Spring doubles revenue and profits in 1H2010; improved performance expected in second half

China's most successful LCC, Spring Airlines, reported a doubling in revenue and profits in 1H2010, which the carrier attributes to “significantly” lower costs than its competitors. The carrier reported revenues of USD215.2 million in the six-month period, a 60% year-on-year increase, while profits surged 288.6% year-on-year to USD23.4 million. The carrier is gearing up for an IPO next year.