S&P Global Ratings has raised its long-term rating and underlying rating for the Rhode Island Airport Corporation (RIAC) to 'A' from 'A-' with a stable outlook on Rhode Island Commerce …
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S&P Global Ratings has raised its long-term rating and underlying rating for the Rhode Island Airport Corporation (RIAC) to 'A' from 'A-' with a stable outlook on Rhode Island Commerce Corporation general airport revenue bonds. The rating report noted RIAC projects further strong passenger growth in 2023, which are expected to bring enplanements back to pre-pandemic levels in the summer of 2023 based on recently announced route expansions by airlines serving its main airport, Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport (PVD).
The report cited Green’s likely return to near pre-pandemic levels in their assessment of the airport’s improved market position assessment and strong enterprise risk profile.
S&P Global Ratings noted that Green entered the pandemic operationally and financially strong, with traffic at approximately 2 million enplaned passengers, and strong debt service coverage and overall liquidity levels. Over the past 12 months, Green’s monthly enplaned passengers have climbed back to about 80% of 2019 pre-pandemic levels.
Key credit strengths cited by S&P include RIAC's:
“This rating upgrade is welcome news, affirming the current and long-term fiscal health of the RhodeA Island Airport Corporation,” said Jonathan Savage, chair of RIAC’s Board of Directors. “RIAC, and all our airports, including Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport, are integral economic drivers for the state economy.”
“RIAC’s strong long-term financial standing and outlook is a testament to the diligent work of all at the airport corporation, as well as the tireless support of our important mission by Rhode Island’s leadership,” Iftikhar Ahmad, President and CEO of the Rhode Island Airport Corporation said in a statement. “Thanks to the Governor, Congressional delegation, and General Assembly, Rhode Island’s aviation related economy has been able to emerge from the pandemic on a strong fiscal foundation.”
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