Disruptions linked to tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are pushing up costs and threatening summer travel schedules
BY FRANCESCA RAPISARDA
European airlines are preparing for potential flight disruptions as fuel shortages linked to tensions in the Strait of Hormuz begin to affect supply chains.
Industry officials have warned that reduced oil flows through the region could limit the availability of jet fuel across key European hubs in the coming weeks.
Carriers including easyJet and Lufthansa are closely monitoring the situation, with some already adjusting schedules and capacity in response to rising fuel costs.
The concern is not linked to airspace restrictions, but to the availability and price of fuel, which relies on steady global oil distribution.
Airports typically operate with limited fuel storage, making them vulnerable to supply disruptions.
Analysts warned that if instability in the region continues, airlines may be forced to reduce flights or cancel routes, particularly during the peak summer travel period.
Passengers are also likely to face higher fares and increased uncertainty, as carriers attempt to manage costs while maintaining operations.
Industry bodies have indicated that, without a stabilisation in energy flows, the impact on European aviation could escalate within weeks.
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