The hub has continued with its investment programmes despite the financial impact, with hopes for recovery later this year
According to Riga Airport’s first quarter report, the impact that Covid-19 had on its operations remained high, establishing a turnover of €4.3m (£3.8m) – 14% less than expected.
In total, 108,000 passengers were served at the hub throughout the first three months of this year, finishing this period with a loss of €6.5m (£5.6m).
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“The global Covid-19 pandemic continues to have a significant negative impact on the aviation industry worldwide, and the recovery of the industry is closely linked to countries ability to fight the pandemic, including through comprehensive vaccination,” explained Laila Odina, chairperson of the board at Riga Airport.