UK low-cost carriers have ruled out introducing fuel surcharges, even as warnings emerge over potential supply disruptions from the Middle East conflict.
The decision comes amid growing concerns in the logistics sector, where industry groups are urging the Chancellor to cancel a planned fuel duty increase. The Middle East conflict is already affecting supply chains, with risks of broader disruptions to fuel availability and pricing.
Low-cost carriers, known for their sensitivity to operational costs, maintain that surcharges are not currently necessary. This stance contrasts with pressures facing other sectors reliant on fuel, as logistics organizations highlight the immediate impacts of regional instability on imports and distribution networks.
No specific carriers have detailed alternative measures, but the position underscores efforts to avoid passing on potential cost hikes to passengers amid volatile geopolitical conditions.