Oil Prices Over 100 USD Impact Logistics Worldwide
Oil prices rose significantly on April 27, 2026, clearly surpassing the 100 USD per barrel mark. Brent crude oil was briefly priced over 109 USD. The trigger is increasing tensions between the USA and Iran. The market is reacting sensitively to potential supply risks in the Middle East, a key region for global energy supply.
This price spike means direct additional costs for logistics along the entire transport chain. Diesel prices in road transport are rising, as are bunker prices in maritime transport and kerosene costs in air freight. Many carriers are responding with short-term surcharges such as BAF in sea freight or Fuel Surcharge in air freight.
Shipping companies and airlines are continuously adjusting their pricing structures. Long-haul connections and energy-intensive transports are particularly affected. At the same time, the pressure on shippers is increasing to plan their supply chains more efficiently. Just-in-Time models are under greater pressure, as price volatility complicates calculations.
Terminals and transshipment points are also feeling the impact. Higher energy costs are reflected in operating costs, such as for crane systems or cooling chains. In major hubs like Rotterdam or Singapore, initial adjustments in terminal charges are visible.
Market observers expect prices to continue rising if the geopolitical situation escalates. Thus, energy remains a central cost factor in global logistics.