Baltic Ground Services (BGS), the international provider of ground handling and aircraft fuelling services, has begun supporting Arkia Israeli Airlines at Vilnius Airport (VNO), delivering both ground handling and into‑plane fuelling for the carrier’s new direct flights between Vilnius and Tel Aviv.
The partnership marks BGS’ first cooperation with Arkia and further expands the company’s customer portfolio in the Lithuanian capital.
Arkia launched regular flights on the Vilnius–Tel Aviv route in May 2026, operating three weekly services during the summer season. The direct connection strengthens travel links between Lithuania and Israel, while introducing a new airline to the Lithuanian market.
Vitalis Dudys, Head of Commerce at BGS Group, said the cooperation supports Arkia’s smooth entry into the market, adding: “Welcoming a new airline customer is always an important milestone. We are pleased to begin cooperation with Arkia in Vilnius and support the airline’s entry into the Lithuanian market. As air connectivity continues to recover and expand, reliable ground support remains an important factor in ensuring a positive operational experience from day one.”
Meital Dahan Mizrahi, Vice President Ground Operations & Customer Service Manager at Arkia Israeli Airlines, highlighted the importance of strong local partnerships. She said: “Vilnius is an important addition to our seasonal network, and establishing reliable local partnerships is essential when launching operations in a new market. We are pleased to work with BGS and look forward to supporting passengers travelling between Lithuania and Israel throughout the summer season.”
The cooperation further strengthens BGS’ position at Vilnius Airport, where the company provides ground handling and fuelling services to a growing number of international carriers.
