Jet2 says ‘this summer has begun’ and reiterates confidence in aviation fuel supplies | News
Jet2 today reported positive fuel supply updates, supporting its plans to operate its flying program as normal this summer.
This follows the company’s latest dialogue with fuel suppliers, who have reported increased production and additional imports from areas not affected by the conflict in the Middle East.
These positive developments ensure that Jet2 is still looking forward to taking customers on their well-deserved holiday this summer. Today’s update follows a report released last week which saw Jet2 top the UK’s resilience rankings as the best protected UK airline from higher fuel costs.
Jet2 has already confirmed its plans to operate normally this summer and was also the first British airline and tour operator to reassure customers that it would not introduce surcharges on booked flights or holidays to cover cost increases on items such as jet fuel. Simply put, the price at which customers book with Jet2 is the price they will pay. In a leading move, Jet2 has scrapped the surcharge provision for all flights and holidays, even though it was never applied.
The company has also cemented its reputation as a consumer champion by promising that customers will continue to benefit from flexibility and fast refunds in the unlikely event of flight or holiday cancellations. During the Covid pandemic, Jet2 has received high praise for the way it refunded customers quickly and efficiently, unlike many other companies in the industry, and has today confirmed that it will continue to follow its guiding principle of putting customers first.
Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2 said: “We are in regular discussions with our fuel suppliers, and the current picture is one of increased production and imports, which means we continue to look ahead with confidence. We have already been very clear about our plans to operate our timetable as normal this summer, and our message to holidaymakers is that summer is just around the corner.”
He added: “This confidence, on top of the incredible value our award-winning holidays now offer, means it’s a fantastic time to secure that well-deserved break, and we know many people will now benefit from it. Everything is set for a busy summer and we look forward to welcoming everyone on board and creating fantastic memories with Jet2.”
