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Iran conflict drives jet fuel prices up, impacting DHL operations

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The conflict in Iran has significantly impacted global supply chains, particularly by causing a sharp increase in jet fuel prices. DHL, a major logistics company, has experienced these effects firsthand, with jet fuel costs more than doubling. To mitigate these challenges, DHL has diversified its fuel purchasing locations, utilized tankering strategies to avoid high-priced refueling stops, and increased its use of sustainable aviation fuel. The company has also implemented surcharges for both fuel costs and security risks in conflict zones to maintain operational margins and ensure service continuity. AI

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Iran conflict drives jet fuel prices up, impacting DHL operations

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Sam Forsdick ·

    The Iran conflict saw jet fuel prices soar—when you use 1.88 million tonnes a year, how you respond really matters (just ask DHL)

    As jet fuel prices doubled, DHL Express has diversified supplies, rerouted aircraft and shifted to sustainable alternatives to keep its 295 planes delivering

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