Global diesel markets are experiencing renewed upward pressure on prices, following a short period of decline in late September. The Netherlands is currently ranked as the second most expensive country in the European Union for diesel, with an average price reaching €2.53 per litre.
According to analysis from the International Road Transport Union (IRU), these supply shortages are not a short-term issue and are projected to extend well into 2027. This prolonged period of constrained supply is a significant factor contributing to the sustained high prices.
For freight forwarders and operations managers, these elevated and persistent diesel prices translate directly into increased operational costs for road transport. This will likely lead to higher trucking rates, impacting budgets for inland haulage and potentially influencing modal shifts where feasible. Shippers should anticipate continued pressure on freight costs for goods moved by road, particularly within and through the Netherlands and other high-cost European regions. Long-term planning should account for these sustained fuel expenses.
