IEA: Europe's Jet Fuel Could Run Out in 6 Weeks
The International Energy Agency (IEA) has warned that Europe could run out of jet fuel within six weeks, depending on the duration of the Strait of Hormuz blockade. IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol predicts that the energy crisis will worsen in April due to oil supply shortages, potentially accelerating inflation and hindering economic growth in many countries. European aviation associations are concerned about severe disruptions to airport operations and air travel, leading to significant economic impact.
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(Central News Agency, Paris, April 16, comprehensive foreign report) The International Energy Agency today warned that Europe could run out of jet fuel in as little as six weeks. European airlines are preparing for the peak travel season, and whether the fuel crisis can be resolved will depend on how long the Strait of Hormuz blockade continues.
The International Energy Agency (IEA) said in an email to financial news network CNBC: "Within the next six weeks, several European countries may begin to face jet fuel shortages, the severity of which will depend on how much they can import from international markets to compensate for the shortfall from the Middle East; the Middle East previously accounted for 75% of Europe's net jet fuel imports."
In addition, IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol told the Associated Press today that the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz would be "the biggest energy crisis we have ever faced."
Birol had warned that as oil supply shortages worsen, the energy crisis would become more severe in April.
Birol said in March: "After April, there will be nothing left. The oil supply loss in April will be twice that of March, and this does not include other factors such as liquefied natural gas. I think this will push up inflation and weaken economic growth in many countries, especially emerging economies. Many countries may soon resort to energy rationing."
ACI Europe, whose member airports handle over 95% of commercial air traffic in Europe, stated that air travel generates 851 billion euros (nearly 1 trillion US dollars) in GDP for European economies annually, supporting 14 million jobs.
ACI Europe stated last week that tight jet fuel supplies would severely disrupt airport operations and air travel convenience. If a systemic jet fuel shortage occurs, it will have a severe economic impact across Europe. (Compiler: Chen Yi-wei) 1150417
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(Central News Agency, Paris, April 16, comprehensive foreign report) The International Energy Agency today warned that Europe could run out of jet fuel in as little as six weeks. European airlines are preparing for the peak travel season, and whether the fuel crisis can be resolved will depend on how long the Strait of Hormuz blockade continues.
The International Energy Agency (IEA) said in an email to financial news network CNBC: "Within the next six weeks, several European countries may begin to face jet fuel shortages, the severity of which will depend on how much they can import from international markets to compensate for the shortfall from the Middle East; the Middle East previously accounted for 75% of Europe's net jet fuel imports."
In addition, IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol told the Associated Press today that the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz would be "the biggest energy crisis we have ever faced."
Birol had warned that as oil supply shortages worsen, the energy crisis would become more severe in April.
Birol said in March: "After April, there will be nothing left. The oil supply loss in April will be twice that of March, and this does not include other factors such as liquefied natural gas. I think this will push up inflation and weaken economic growth in many countries, especially emerging economies. Many countries may soon resort to energy rationing."
ACI Europe, whose member airports handle over 95% of commercial air traffic in Europe, stated that air travel generates 851 billion euros (nearly 1 trillion US dollars) in GDP for European economies annually, supporting 14 million jobs.
ACI Europe stated last week that tight jet fuel supplies would severely disrupt airport operations and air travel convenience. If a systemic jet fuel shortage occurs, it will have a severe economic impact across Europe. (Compiler: Chen Yi-wei) 1150417
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FAQ
When could Europe run out of jet fuel?
According to the IEA's warning, it could run out in as little as six weeks.
What impact could the Strait of Hormuz blockade have?
IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol stated that the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could be 'the biggest energy crisis we have ever faced.'