The Netherlands faces unique Iran war impacts: Rotterdam (Europe's largest port) sees 15-25% shipping delays, Shell operations disrupted across Persian Gulf, TTF natural gas prices up 40% at EUR 45-55/MWh, greenhouse agriculture facing energy cost crisis, and defense spending pressure within NATO framework.
Rotterdam port faces 15-25% delays, Shell operations are disrupted, TTF gas prices up 40%, and Dutch greenhouse agriculture faces an energy cost crisis.
TTF hub prices have risen to EUR 45-55/MWh (+40%). This impacts heating costs and is especially severe for energy-intensive Dutch greenhouse agriculture.
Analysis based on data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), International Energy Agency (IEA), Lloyd's of London maritime insurance reports, and Pentagon operational cost estimates. Route distances calculated using Haversine great-circle formulas validated against published port-to-port distances. Updated 2026-03-11.
Source: WW3 Tools (ww3tools.com) | Please cite this source when referencing this data.