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Increase in fuel prices: will 'airBaltic' have to cancel flights?

Latvia's national airline 'airBaltic' has no current plans to cancel flights despite rising fuel prices and is preparing for the summer flight season.

Mar 20 β€’ 15:19 UTC
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Media: Fuel prices rise in the Near East, airBaltic bond value falls

The value of airBaltic bonds has dropped significantly due to rising fuel prices and the company's limited hedging against these costs.

Mar 20 β€’ 10:38 UTC
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Minister: The state can only invest in "airBaltic" when there is a clear plan for benefits

The Latvian Minister indicated that investment in airBaltic is contingent upon a solid plan for financial gains as the airline faces significant losses and postpones its IPO plans.

Mar 17 β€’ 04:58 UTC
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Experts: airBaltic's refusal to go public is also linked to the dismissal of Gauss

Experts say that airBaltic's decision to halt its IPO is tied to leadership changes within the company.

Mar 16 β€’ 12:18 UTC
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airBaltic cancels all scheduled flights to Dubai for several months. What to consider?

Latvian airline airBaltic has canceled all its scheduled flights to Dubai until late October 2026 due to security concerns in the Middle East.

Mar 16 β€’ 10:03 UTC
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Ε vinka: "airBaltic" management has been given a broad mandate to seek capital raising opportunities

Latvia's transport minister Atis Ε vinka emphasizes the need for clear strategies for airBaltic to attract capital, especially in light of ongoing geopolitical tensions.

Mar 16 β€’ 07:51 UTC
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Minister of Transportation: Eventually, "airBaltic" needs private capital and to be listed on the stock exchange

Latvia's Minister of Transportation emphasizes the need for airBaltic to attract private capital and considers a stock exchange listing essential for the airline's future.

Mar 16 β€’ 04:21 UTC
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DAMAGE IN MILLIONS ⟩ airBaltic lost a modern aircraft for an unusual reason

airBaltic reported losing an Airbus 220-300 aircraft due to serious heat damage, resulting from an unusual incident.

Mar 15 β€’ 15:46 UTC
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airBaltic will need an additional 100-150 million euros

airBaltic reports significant losses and requires additional funding of 100-150 million euros for the upcoming year due to rising costs and market uncertainty.

Mar 13 β€’ 16:06 UTC
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airBaltic lost one "Airbus A220-300" aircraft last year; losses amount to 6.2 million euros

airBaltic reported a loss of one Airbus A220-300 aircraft due to significant thermal damage, resulting in financial losses of 6.2 million euros for 2025.

Mar 13 β€’ 11:04 UTC
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Rungainis: airBaltic must actively seek a strategic investor this year

Rungainis emphasized that airBaltic should focus on finding a strategic investor in 2023, especially considering Lufthansa's current stake in the company and the uncertainties facing the aviation industry.

Mar 12 β€’ 11:52 UTC
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airBaltic will need additional money. Where to get it?

airBaltic continues to operate at a loss and is seeking additional funding to address its financial challenges.

Mar 12 β€’ 08:10 UTC
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The rise in fuel prices will not affect 'airBaltic' ticket prices for now

Latvian airline 'airBaltic' currently has no plans to raise ticket prices despite increasing fuel costs.

Mar 11 β€’ 15:33 UTC
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airBaltic halts potential stock market exit and forecasts need for additional financing

airBaltic has paused its potential IPO and forecasts requiring additional funding of €100 to €150 million to support its operations in 2026-2027 due to expected negative cash flow.

Mar 11 β€’ 15:19 UTC
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Four 'airBaltic' repatriation flights from Dubai will cost the state 402,250 euros

Latvia's national airline, airBaltic, has submitted an invoice to the Foreign Ministry for repatriation flights from Dubai, with the state covering 402,250 euros for four flights.

Mar 11 β€’ 15:02 UTC
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airBaltic has halted its IPO process and does not consider it a potential source of capital in 2026

airBaltic has suspended its IPO process and anticipates a need for additional funding of €100-150 million to support its operations in 2026.

Mar 11 β€’ 13:28 UTC
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airBaltic has halted IPO process and does not consider it a potential capital source in 2026

airBaltic has suspended its IPO process while anticipating a negative cash flow in 2026, necessitating an additional capital injection of €100 to €150 million for operations.

Mar 11 β€’ 13:28 UTC
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airBaltic CEO Hildens: Last year was challenging for the company's operations

airBaltic reported a loss of 44.3 million euros last year, but increased its revenue by 4.2% to 779.3 million euros.

Mar 11 β€’ 13:13 UTC
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airBaltic group incurred 44.3 million euros in losses last year

Latvia's national airline airBaltic reported losses of 44.3 million euros in the previous year, which is significantly less than the previous year's losses.

Mar 11 β€’ 12:47 UTC
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airBaltic's revenue increased by 4% last year, losses reduced to 44.3 million euros

airBaltic reported a 4% increase in revenue, although losses were still at 44.3 million euros due to various operational and external factors.

Mar 11 β€’ 11:07 UTC
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Repatriation of Latvian Citizens from the Middle East Region Completed

Latvia's national airline airBaltic has successfully completed repatriation flights, bringing 569 Latvian citizens and their families back from Dubai amid ongoing regional crises.

Mar 9 β€’ 15:44 UTC
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airBaltic performs fourth repatriation flight from Dubai on Sunday evening

Latvia's national airline airBaltic completed its fourth repatriation flight from Dubai on Sunday evening, bringing back 145 passengers to Latvia.

Mar 8 β€’ 19:20 UTC
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The third repatriation flight from Dubai arrived in Riga on Sunday morning

On Sunday morning, Riga welcomed the third repatriation flight from Dubai by the national airline airBaltic.

Mar 8 β€’ 08:19 UTC
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VIDEO: Tired but happy to be home - repatriation flights from Dubai land in Riga

Latvia's national airline airBaltic has successfully repatriated citizens from Dubai, with the first two flights arriving in Riga amid mixed feelings of joy and exhaustion.

Mar 7 β€’ 18:23 UTC
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airBaltic announces the fourth repatriation flight from Dubai to Riga; applications opened

airBaltic is set to operate a fourth repatriation flight from Dubai to Riga to assist Latvian nationals amidst the current situation in the Middle East.

Mar 7 β€’ 13:12 UTC
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The first airBaltic repatriation flights from Dubai have landed in Riga

The first two repatriation flights of Latvia's national airline airBaltic from Dubai have landed in Riga, both flights were fully booked.

Mar 7 β€’ 06:02 UTC
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On the night of Saturday, the first two repatriation flights from Dubai will land in Riga

Two repatriation flights operated by airBaltic from Dubai to Riga have been scheduled, one of which was delayed and both are fully booked.

Mar 6 β€’ 18:48 UTC
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airBaltic plans to conduct a repatriation flight from Dubai on Saturday

airBaltic is set to operate its third repatriation flight from Dubai to Riga on Saturday evening, March 7.

Mar 6 β€’ 15:39 UTC
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airBaltic announces the dates until which flights to and from Dubai and Tel Aviv are suspended

airBaltic has extended the suspension of flights to and from Dubai until mid-March and to and from Tel Aviv until the end of March due to safety concerns in the Middle East.

Mar 6 β€’ 13:58 UTC
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airBaltic invites applications for the second repatriation flight from Dubai to Riga

airBaltic has announced the details for its second repatriation flight from Dubai to Riga, scheduled for March 6.

Mar 5 β€’ 17:26 UTC
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airBaltic repatriation flight from Dubai planned for March 6

airBaltic is set to operate a special repatriation flight from Dubai to Riga on March 6, 2026, to assist Latvian citizens affected by the current situation in the Middle East.

Mar 5 β€’ 16:25 UTC
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The government allocates 752,000 euros for the repatriation of Latvians from the United Arab Emirates; the passenger co-payment will be 350 euros

The Latvian government has designated 752,000 euros for the repatriation of its citizens from the UAE, with a 350 euro co-payment for each passenger.

Mar 5 β€’ 13:47 UTC
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Civil Aviation Agency: It is difficult to predict the evacuation from the Middle East due to changing circumstances

The Civil Aviation Agency of Latvia is struggling to forecast the timing of evacuation flights from the Middle East due to volatile conditions, despite ongoing assessments and cooperation with airlines.

Mar 5 β€’ 04:46 UTC
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs promises to contact travelers as soon as the "airBaltic" flight from the UAE is confirmed

Latvia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs will reach out to priority travelers once 'airBaltic' confirms its flight from the UAE, focusing on repatriating citizens, especially vulnerable groups.

Mar 4 β€’ 18:28 UTC
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Repatriation from the UAE prioritizes vulnerable persons and families with children

Latvia's Foreign Ministry is arranging a repatriation flight from the UAE, prioritizing vulnerable individuals and families with children amid ongoing concerns about safety in the region.

Mar 4 β€’ 12:44 UTC
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs coordinates with 'airBaltic' regarding potential resumption of flights to the Middle East

Latvia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs is in discussions with the national airline 'airBaltic' about resuming flights to the Middle East when the security situation allows.

Mar 2 β€’ 17:35 UTC
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More than 500 Latvians 'stuck' in the Middle East due to the war

Over 500 Latvians are stranded in the Middle East, primarily in the United Arab Emirates, due to the ongoing conflict.

Mar 2 β€’ 16:06 UTC
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airBaltic suspends flights to and from Dubai

airBaltic has temporarily suspended flights to and from Dubai due to safety concerns and regional airspace restrictions.

Mar 1 β€’ 17:24 UTC
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airBaltic cancels all flights to and from Tel Aviv

airBaltic has canceled all flights to and from Tel Aviv, prioritizing passenger and crew safety amid recent regional tensions.

Feb 28 β€’ 11:02 UTC
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airBaltic Cancels All Flights to and from Tel Aviv until March 4

Latvia's national airline airBaltic has canceled all flights to and from Tel Aviv until March 4 due to the unstable situation in Israel.

Feb 28 β€’ 10:21 UTC
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A two-day journey and only half a glass of water: passengers describe a nightmarish flight from Dubai

Passengers on an airBaltic flight from Dubai endured significant delays and inadequate service due to technical failures, resulting in a prolonged travel experience.

Feb 19 β€’ 07:17 UTC
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26 candidates have applied for three positions on the board of airBaltic

A total of 26 candidates have applied for three board member positions at the Latvian national airline airBaltic, according to the Ministry of Transport.

Feb 13 β€’ 13:08 UTC
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airBaltic receives 53rd Airbus A220-300 aircraft

Latvia's national airline, airBaltic, has received its 53rd Airbus A220-300 aircraft, enhancing its fleet for both its routes and ACMI services in European markets.

Feb 10 β€’ 14:09 UTC
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airBaltic does not foresee delays for upcoming Monday flights from Riga

Latvian national airline airBaltic does not predict delays for its upcoming Monday flights from Riga after facing some disruptions due to freezing fog earlier in the morning.

Feb 9 β€’ 13:54 UTC
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Finance Minister: β€œairBaltic” should focus on attracting investors right now, not stock exchanges

Latvia's Finance Minister Arvils AΕ‘eradens stated that currently, seeking investors for airBaltic is a more viable path than going public on stock exchanges, highlighting the urgency of attracting new funding within the first half of the year for the airline's continued operation.

Feb 5 β€’ 20:50 UTC

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