11/04/2026
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11/04/2026
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BRUSSELS, April 11: European airport operators have warned that a potential jet fuel shortage could emerge within weeks if disruptions linked to the Strait of Hormuz continue, raising concerns over the impact on summer travel and the wider European economy.
The warning was issued by Airports Council International-Europe (ACI Europe) Director General Olivier Jankovec, who cautioned in a letter to the European Union that a “systemic jet fuel shortage” could develop within three weeks. The letter, seen by the Associated Press, said such a shortage could significantly disrupt airline operations during the peak travel season.
Jankovec urged EU authorities to coordinate collective jet fuel procurement, closely monitor fuel stocks, and explore alternative supply sources to mitigate potential shortages.
In response, the EU’s Energy Union Task Force stated that there is currently “no immediate risk” to oil and gas supplies across the bloc, despite ongoing tensions in the Middle East. However, officials acknowledged longer-term risks and identified jet fuel as the most vulnerable product due to its heavy reliance on imports.
The developments come as global energy markets continue to react to instability in key shipping routes, with analysts warning that prolonged disruptions could ripple through aviation, trade, and consumer travel costs across Europe.
