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Europe faces critical jet fuel shortage, risking widespread flight cancellations in June

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Europe faces a critical shortage of jet fuel, with inventories projected to fall below the International Energy Agency's 23-day threshold in June. This situation, exacerbated by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, could lead to widespread flight cancellations and potential airport closures, particularly impacting the UK. While European refineries are increasing jet fuel production, supply chain bottlenecks and reduced refinery capacity mean the crisis may extend into July and August, with significant implications for air travel and tourism. AI

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Europe faces critical jet fuel shortage, risking widespread flight cancellations in June

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Jordan Blum ·

    Europe’s jet fuel supplies should fall below the key 23-day shortage threshold in June, so plan your travel accordingly

    Europe, Asia, and Africa all face potentially dire jet fuel shortages. "There is little doubt there is going to be a disaster,” says one economist.

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