LTLithuania has suspended a tender aimed at establishing direct flights between Vilnius and one of London’s major airports due to the sole bidder’s proposal being deemed economically unsustainable. The tender was initiated after Polish carrier LOT Polish Airlines ceased direct flights to London City Airport in March. The single bid proposed flights to London Gatwick Airport, but the Transport Ministry concluded it lacked economic viability. The ministry continues to seek alternatives for direct air links between Vilnius and London. In April, Lithuania increased the capital of Lithuanian Airports by €3.2 million to support key routes, including potential new connections to London. The Vilnius-London City route was previously terminated due to chronic losses, while current services to Luton and Stansted airports remain operational via low-cost carriers.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about the suspension of a flight tender without overtly favoring any political stance. It reports on economic assessments and administrative decisions without ideological emphasis. While the topic relates to national infrastructure and trade, the framing is客观
