Seceta de combustibil de aviație prinde continentul nepregătit. Stocuri la minimul ultimilor 7 ani • Newsweek România
Europe faces a critical aviation fuel shortage as reserves in the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp region hit a seven-year low. A sharp decline in traditional fuel deliveries from the Mediterranean and Middle East has exposed supply chain vulnerabilities, forcing airlines to seek emergency solutions. Daily deficits exceed half a million barrels, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions and export restrictions from Russia. West African refineries are stepping in to fill supply gaps, but long delivery times from new sources complicate the situation. The potential for increased kerosene imports from America comes with high transport costs and lengthy transit times, leading to possible fare increases for air travel.