Switzerland releases up to 30 million litres of jet fuel to ease Zurich airport shortage
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Swiss authorities approved the release of up to 30 million litres of jet fuel from compulsory stocks over the next two weeks, representing about 6.5 % of the nation’s aviation‑fuel reserves.
The move follows disruptions to river and rail freight that have threatened fuel deliveries, with severe delays and cancellations on rail routes from Germany and low water on the Rhine reducing barge loads, causing freight to shift onto an already congested railway network.
Despite the supply challenges, the flag carrier Swiss reported no disruption to aircraft refuelling and no restrictions at either Zurich or Geneva airports.