Cathay to raise passenger fuel surcharges by up to 41% amid Middle East tensions
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Cathay Pacific announced it will raise fuel surcharges by up to 41% on most passenger flights starting August 1, attributing the increase to escalating tensions in the Middle East. The move comes after a brief period of declines following a peak in April. The surcharge hike reflects ongoing geopolitical risks affecting fuel costs for the Hong Kong-based airline.
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Middle East tensions cause fuel price volatility
Cathay Pacific will raise fuel surcharges by up to 41% on most passenger flights from August.
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The increase is due to escalating tensions in the Middle East.
South China Morning Post- Middle East tensions cause fuel price volatility
- Airlines pass costs to consumers
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Loaded language removedHong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific Airways will raise fuel surcharges by up to 41 per cent on most passenger flights from August, citing changes in the Middle East geopolitical situation. The airline said on Friday that the higher passenger and cargo fuel surcharges would take effect on August 1, following a brief period of declines after prices peaked in April.
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The increase is due to escalating tensions in the Middle East.
South China Morning PostCathay Pacific will raise fuel surcharges by up to 41% on most passenger flights from August.
South China Morning PostThe higher surcharges will take effect on August 1.
South China Morning PostThis follows a brief period of declines after prices peaked in April.
South China Morning Post