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Netherlands

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Netherlands

Moderate
AI Analysis Β· Updated daily

The Netherlands faces moderate energy security risks, largely due to its 100% oil import dependency and moderate Hormuz exposure, with gasoline at $1.92/L. As a major European energy hub, disruptions have significant regional implications, though it holds a strong 85 days of oil reserves. The country's extensive port infrastructure is crucial for European energy distribution, but also makes it highly exposed to global supply chain shocks. The coming weeks will see the Netherlands playing a critical role in managing regional energy flows while grappling with its own elevated fuel costs.

$1.92
Gasoline /L
+26.3% vs pre-war
85d
Reserves
12 weeks
+7.5%
Food Inflation
Risk: moderate
100%
Oil Imported
Hormuz: moderate

Fuel Prices

USD primary Β· EUR (€) local

Prices shown per litre. Local currency conversion uses live exchange rates.Last updated: Apr 26, 2026

Gasoline
$1.92/L
€1.64/L
+26.3% vs pre-war
Diesel
$1.78/L
€1.52/L
+29.0% vs pre-war
LPG / Autogas
$1.05/L
€0.90/L
Jet Fuel (Jet A-1)
$1.35/L
€1.15/L
Pre-war baseline (Feb 2026): Gasoline $1.52/L Β· Diesel $1.38/L Β· Current prices are 26.3% above pre-war levels

3-Month Price History

Feb 21Mar 14Apr 4€1.230/L€1.380/L€1.530/L€1.690/LPre-warβš” War
Pre-war baseline
Iran war starts (Feb 2026)
EUR Β· live rates

Strategic Reserves

Crude Oil Reserves
85days
12 weeks
2.8 months
Moderate β€” Under 3 months
Source: IEA/EIA
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✈ Jet Fuel Reserves (Jet A-1)
40days
6 weeks
1.3 months
Below average β€” Under 2 months
Source: Estimated from strategic reserves
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Energy Dependency Profile

Oil Import Dependency
100%
of total oil consumption
Hormuz Exposure
Moderate
Strait of Hormuz risk
Food Import Dependency
28%
of food supply imported

Fertilizer & Food Security

Fertilizer Cost Change
+52%
vs pre-war (Feb 2026)
Food Inflation (YoY)
+7.5%
year-on-year CPI food
Food Security Risk
Moderate
FAO / WFP assessment

News: Netherlands

The Dutch village at risk of being demolished
Moerdijk has been earmarked for removal, to make way for a vast electricity substation.
BBC BusinessΒ·13d ago
Shell faces new court case in the Netherlands over emissions - Reuters
Shell faces new court case in the Netherlands over emissions  Reuters
Google NewsΒ·4d ago
The world is searching for oil. This summit is looking to get rid of it. - Politico
The world is searching for oil. This summit is looking to get rid of it.  Politico
Google NewsΒ·1d ago
Netherlands Proposes Forty Nine Euro Summer Transport Ticket to Combat Rising Fuel Costs and Boost Affordable Travel – Here’s What You Need to Know About the Game-Changing Initiative - Travel And Tour World
Netherlands Proposes Forty Nine Euro Summer Transport Ticket to Combat Rising Fuel Costs and Boost Affordable Travel – Here’s What You Need to Know About the Game-Changing Initiative  Travel And Tour World
Google NewsΒ·3h ago
Shell Says European Refineries Run Flat-Out to Make Jet Fuel - Transport Topics
Shell Says European Refineries Run Flat-Out to Make Jet Fuel  Transport Topics
Google NewsΒ·2d ago
Fossil Fuel Giants Challenge the Netherlands Over Groningen Gas Field Closure – Investment Treaty News - International Institute for Sustainable Development
Fossil Fuel Giants Challenge the Netherlands Over Groningen Gas Field Closure – Investment Treaty News  International Institute for Sustainable Development
Google NewsΒ·4d ago
World’s greenest countries eye drilling as fix for Iran crisis - politico.eu
World’s greenest countries eye drilling as fix for Iran crisis  politico.eu
Google NewsΒ·2d ago
Netherlands announces $1.1B relief package to offset rising energy costs - Anadolu AjansΔ±
Netherlands announces $1.1B relief package to offset rising energy costs  Anadolu AjansΔ±
Google NewsΒ·5d ago
Mammoet And ULC-Energy Sign Agreement On Advanced Nuclear Construction In Netherlands - NucNet
Mammoet And ULC-Energy Sign Agreement On Advanced Nuclear Construction In Netherlands  NucNet
Google NewsΒ·11d ago
Netherlands may tap kerosene reserves from April if Strait of Hormuz closure continues - NL Times
Netherlands may tap kerosene reserves from April if Strait of Hormuz closure continues  NL Times
Google NewsΒ·3d ago

Government Response

Minor measures

Last updated: April 2026

  • Rotterdam port prioritising LNG tanker berths over crude tankers
  • EU emergency gas storage target met at 85% capacity
  • Industrial gas demand reduction programme: 15% cut requested
  • Energy poverty fund of €1.2 billion for household support
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Flight Disruption Risk

Moderate

Jet fuel prices have risen ~38% above pre-war levels globally. Expect fuel surcharges on most international routes. No specific disruption data available for this country.

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Inbound Supply Ships

IntelligenceFull manifest β†’

No inbound tankers detected

May indicate supply disruption

Crisis Summary

Risk LevelModerate
Hormuz Exposuremoderate
CurrencyEUR (€)
RegionEurope
Data SourcesIEA Β· EIA Β· FAO Β· WFP
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Data: IEA, EIA, World Bank, FAO, GlobalPetrolPrices.com Β· Updated daily

Not financial advice. For informational purposes only.

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