The European Union has ruled out a kerosene shortage despite tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, while warning of further consequences for airlines and passengers.
EU Transport Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas made the assessment in a report published on 2026-06-06, which said a fuel supply shortage is not expected even as the geopolitical situation continues to unsettle aviation fuel discussions. The warning focused on possible knock-on effects for airlines, including route cuts and higher costs for passengers.
A separate German ministry note said there are still no fuel shortages in Germany despite the same tensions around the Strait of Hormuz. That statement provides domestic reassurance on fuel availability, but the newer EU-level comment broadens the issue to the wider operating environment for carriers.
For airlines, the development matters because it lowers the immediate risk of a kerosene supply disruption while keeping pressure on network planning and operating costs as the situation around the Strait of Hormuz remains unresolved.