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Monday, October 19, 2026English edition
The Geopolitician

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Netherlands · Country watch

Albert Heijn Delays, Schiphol Disruption, Macron's Speech

Albert Heijn faces delivery delays post-cyberattack; Schiphol passport control disruption causes missed flights; Macron addresses French unrest.

The picture Deteriorating

Business conditions in the Netherlands are deteriorating due to continued disruptions at Albert Heijn and Schiphol Airport, impacting retail and travel sectors.

In this briefing Albert Heijn · Schiphol Airport · Emmanuel Macron

Regulation

Nothing significant reported today.

Disruption

  • Retail
  • Logistics

Albert Heijn delivery delays continue post-cyberattack

A shopping cart sitting next to a brick wall
Connie de Vries / Unsplash

Albert Heijn has announced further delays in the resumption of its delivery services following a recent cyberattack. The supermarket chain expects to gradually restart deliveries by Friday, according to NOS.nl. Although the app and website are operational again, customers are unable to place new orders until the system is fully restored. The cyberattack has disrupted Albert Heijn's supply chain, impacting its ability to fulfill online orders.

Impact Retailers relying on Albert Heijn's supply chain face continued delays in order fulfillment until at least Friday.

Sources: NOS.nl ↗, FOK.nl ↗

  • Logistics
  • Tourism

Schiphol passport control disruption causes delays

A technical issue with the electronic passport control at Schiphol Airport led to significant delays on Sunday, causing hundreds of passengers to miss their flights. The disruption, which began at 6:00 AM and lasted until 2:30 PM, resulted in long queues at the airport, according to nu.nl. The issue has since been resolved, but the backlog affected many travelers, particularly those on intercontinental flights.

Impact Travelers using Schiphol Airport faced delays and missed connections due to passport control disruptions.

Sources: nu.nl ↗, Telegraaf.nl ↗

Internal tension

  • Public sector

Macron addresses French unrest amid ongoing protests

French President Emmanuel Macron addressed the nation on Sunday, condemning the recent violent protests across France. In his speech, Macron criticized the rioters and emphasized that those responsible for the damage would face consequences, NOS.nl reports. The protests, which have caused widespread disruption and damage, are in response to various government policies.

Impact French unrest and Macron's response highlight potential instability affecting companies with interests in France.

Sources: NOS.nl ↗, AD.nl ↗

Safety & health

Nothing significant reported today.

Companies

Nothing significant reported today.

Markets

Nothing significant reported today.

Trade

Nothing significant reported today.

Politics

Nothing significant reported today.

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