The head of Swiss International Air Lines, Jens Fehlinger, reassures in an interview with the Neue Zürcher Zeitung daily: at the moment there is no risk of an immediate shortage of aviation fuel.
The line has supplies that – according to Fehlinger's declaration – will be enough for the next few weeks of operation without major disruptions.
An emergency plan is already in preparation
Despite the relative calm, the carrier does not ignore the risk. Work is underway on various scenarios in case the situation on the fuel market deteriorates, according to Reuters.
In practice, this means, among others: analysis of alternative sources of supply or adjustment of flight operations if the crisis deepens.
Fuel problems are directly related to the conflict in Iran, which is disrupting the supply of oil and petroleum products.
Europe is particularly sensitive to such turmoil – it imports much of its aviation fuel from regions affected by tensions.
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The industry is under pressure, but don't panic
Although some experts warn of possible shortages in the coming months, some industry representatives remain cautiously optimistic.
Some airlines are already reducing their route networks or preparing for higher costs, but at the same time they emphasize that global air transport is not at risk to the same extent as during the pandemic.
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Key weeks before the holidays
The coming months – especially the summer period – will be decisive for the aviation market.
This is when the demand for travel increases the most, and possible problems with fuel availability may hit passengers and carriers the hardest.
In short, the situation is tense but under control. The real test comes with the holiday season.
