Moldova to increase purchases of aviation fuel amid Middle East crisis — authorities
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Moldova is increasing its purchases of aviation fuel from Romania due to the war in the Middle East and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. The country has enough kerosene for about a month to a month and a half. Several Moldovan air carriers have warned of significant ticket price increases and flight reductions.
CHISINAU, May 5. /TASS/. Moldova will increase its purchases of aviation fuel from Romania amid the war in the Middle East and the blockade of Strait of Hormuz, the republic’s Energy Minister Dorin Junghietu told a news conference.
"We still have volumes of kerosene for at least a month, a month and a half. Now, the entity which is operating infrastructure at the airport [of Chisinau], is sourcing additional volumes of kerosene," the minister said, adding that Romania is the closest source of aviation fuel for Moldova.
Several Moldovan air carriers previously warned of significant ticket price increases and flight reductions due to the sharp rise in aviation fuel prices. According to them, the share of kerosene in operating costs has already exceeded 70%, more than double the level before the Middle East conflict. This has caused a reduction in the number of flights currently operated.
Questions ouvertes
- What is the exact duration of the current kerosene supply?
- What are the specific terms of the increased fuel purchase agreement with Romania?
- What is the projected impact on ticket prices and flight schedules?
- Are there any alternative fuel sources being considered beyond Romania?
