Europe's jet fuel imports from Middle East halt amid Iran war disruption

10 articles · Updated · Reuters · Apr 28

No jet fuel shipments from the Middle East to Europe were loaded in April, pushing imports to a four-year low and raising prices above $200 per barrel.
Europe faces a supply shortfall of at least 500,000 barrels per day, with regional refineries unable to meet demand and inventories tightening, though airlines and suppliers downplay immediate shortage fears.
Europe is increasing imports from other regions, but concerns persist about shortages by June if Middle East supplies are not replaced, especially ahead of the peak summer travel season.

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