The conflict in the Middle East is disrupting global logistics chains, risking longer delays for packages headed to French consumers. Tensions are particularly affecting air freight through hubs in Dubai, Doha, and Abu Dhabi. Fuel price increases are also being observed.
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East, as reported on March 12, 2026, is destabilizing major global logistics chains. According to the Le Figaro article, this could lead to delays in shipping goods to France, alongside an inflationary risk.
The de facto closure of the Strait of Hormuz mainly affects maritime trade in oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG). Meanwhile, the Suez Canal has been largely avoided since the end of 2023 in favor of the Cape of Good Hope. Air freight is not spared: essential hubs in Dubai, Doha, and Abu Dhabi, vital for Europe-Asia connections, are quasi-paralyzed by regional tensions.
These disruptions directly impact French consumers, with potential effects on package delivery times. Surges in fuel prices and impacts on gas bills are already anticipated, heightening logistics concerns. The article notes that these developments could extend transit times for various imported goods.