Netherlands · Country watch
Albert Heijn Cyberattack, Diesel Prices Drop
Albert Heijn resumes store supplies post-cyberattack; diesel prices dip but remain high.
In this briefing Albert Heijn · Ajax · HNK Hajduk Split · Strait of Hormuz
Regulation
Nothing significant reported today.
Disruption
Albert Heijn resumes store supplies after cyberattack
Albert Heijn has restored its supermarket supplies across the Netherlands following a cyberattack earlier this week, according to NOS.nl. The attack had forced the retailer to halt its IT systems, disrupting operations. While stores are now receiving both perishable and non-perishable goods, online grocery deliveries will remain suspended until at least Sunday. The supermarket chain is gradually restoring its systems, but product availability may vary by location.
Impact Retailers relying on Albert Heijn's supply chain face continued online delivery disruptions until Sunday.
Sources: NOS.nl ↗, FOK.nl ↗, Telegraaf.nl ↗, NOS.nl ↗
Internal tension
Ajax and Hajduk Split fans clash in Croatia
In Split, Croatia, 57 people were arrested following a confrontation between Ajax and Hajduk Split fans, according to Telegraaf.nl. The clash occurred ahead of the Conference League match between the two clubs. Local authorities have deployed 600 officers to maintain order, anticipating further unrest. The incident underscores security challenges for Dutch football fans traveling abroad.
Impact Tour operators and Dutch football clubs face heightened security concerns for fans traveling internationally.
Sources: Telegraaf.nl ↗, Voetbalzone ↗, Telegraaf.nl ↗
Safety & health
Nothing significant reported today.
Companies
Nothing significant reported today.
Markets
Diesel prices dip slightly amid high levels
Diesel and gasoline prices in the Netherlands have decreased slightly, though they remain at elevated levels, NU.nl reports. The recent attacks on oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz and the escalation of conflict between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis have contributed to ongoing market uncertainty. Despite the minor price drop, fuel costs continue to be a concern for consumers and businesses.
Impact Logistics and transportation firms face continued high fuel costs despite a slight price decrease.
Sources: NU.nl ↗
Trade
Nothing significant reported today.
Politics
Nothing significant reported today.
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Sources in this briefing
- Telegraaf.nl 2
- FOK.nl 1
- NOS.nl 1
- NU.nl 1
- Voetbalzone 1
Sources: each headline links to the original article on the publisher's site.
The same day elsewhere
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- Canada: Alberta Referendum Voting, Canada-India Trade Talks
- China: China-EU Trade Mechanism, Mainland Stocks Fall
- Germany: German-China Trade Deficit, Deutsche Bahn Alcohol Ban
- Egypt: Egypt Signs Trade Deals, Wheat Prices Targeted
- Spain: Galicia Drought Expands, Madrid Education Strike
- France: Inflation Surges, Tramway Disruption in Montpellier
- United Kingdom: UK Economy Grows, Rail Disruptions Persist
- Indonesia: Rupiah Nears 18,000, Trade Expo Secures Deals
- Israel: CPI Decline, El Al Index Entry, West Bank Incident
- India: Jio IPO Launch, BS7 Emission Norms, Market Surge
- Iraq: SOMO Compensates IOCs, Iraq-Kuwait Flights Resume
- Iran: Hormuz Closure, Dollar Rises, Oil Tanker Fire
- Italy: Italy's Budget Plan and Truckers' Strike Threat
- Japan: Nikkei Plunge, MUFG Bond Moves, Tax Debate Progress
- Kenya: Fuel Prices Rise, VAT on Fuel Extended, Hygiene Market Investment
- South Korea: KOSPI Plunge, Korean Air Revenue Surge
- Lebanon: Lebanon Shipping Costs Rise, Energy Minister Absent
- Morocco: Russian Diesel Arrives, Rabat Unrest, Dirham Rates
- Mexico: Hurricane Trudy Threatens, HR Ratings Downgrades Mexico
- Malaysia: Selangor Schools Close Due to Haze; Ringgit Falls
- Nigeria: NAFDAC Cracks Down on Counterfeits, Ondo Orders River Fumigation
- Poland: Fuel Prices Cut, President Vetoes Laws
- Portugal: Porto Housing Protests, Vodafone Challenges Huawei Ban
- Russia: Volga Airports Reopen, Starlink Slows Ukraine Drones
- Senegal: Senegal Water Alert, TRS Inquiry, Navétanes Suspended
- Syria: Syrian Petroleum Audit, Highway Closure
- Turkey: Istanbul Floods Disrupt, New Phone Installment Rules
- Ukraine: Kyiv Power Outages, Drone Exports Approved
- United States: Suspicious Mail, Tech Selloff, Starlink Limits
- Vietnam: Petrol Prices Cut, Sacombank Auctions Assets
- Yemen: Houthi Attacks Escalate, Taiz Under Siege
- South Africa: Power Outages Hit Gqeberha, SASSA Alters Grant Dates