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Albert Heijn cyberattack disrupts supply chain

Albert Heijn's supply chain faced major disruptions due to a cyberattack, leading to halted operations and significant revenue losses for its parent company Ahold Delhaize.

Running story — the local press covered it again on 4 November 2026.

The story so far as of 4 November 2026

On 12 October, Albert Heijn's distribution centers were disrupted by a cyberattack on Ahold Delhaize, halting operations and causing potential shortages. By 13 October, empty shelves were reported nationwide, and grocery deliveries were suspended. On 14 October, the company anticipated restoring distribution centers by 16 October, but online services remained down. Supplies resumed on 15 October, though online deliveries were still halted. By 19 October, Ahold Delhaize filed a police report about the attack, which prompted a criminal investigation by Dutch police on 23 October. On 4 November, Ahold Delhaize projected a revenue loss of €200 to €250 million due to the incident.

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Coverage, day by day

  1. Companies

    Ahold Delhaize reports €200m loss from cyberattack

    Impact Ahold Delhaize's revenue and profit margins are hit by the cyberattack, affecting its financial performance.

    Sources: NOS.nl ↗, AD.nl ↗, NU.nl ↗

  2. Regulation

    Police investigate Albert Heijn cyberattack

    Impact Retailers and technology providers face scrutiny as authorities investigate the cyberattack's impact on operations.

    Sources: NOS.nl ↗, nu.nl ↗, Telegraaf.nl ↗

  3. Companies

    Ahold Delhaize reports Albert Heijn cyberattack

    Impact Retailers and suppliers face ongoing disruptions in Albert Heijn's supply chain.

    Sources: Telegraaf.nl ↗, nu.nl ↗

  4. Disruption

    Albert Heijn delivery delays continue post-cyberattack

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

    Sources: NOS.nl ↗, FOK.nl ↗

  5. Disruption

    Albert Heijn extends delivery halt to Tuesday

    Impact Retailers and logistics providers face extended disruptions as Albert Heijn delays online deliveries until Tuesday.

    Sources: NOS.nl ↗, NU.nl ↗, AD.nl ↗, Telegraaf.nl ↗

  6. Disruption

    Albert Heijn resumes store supplies after cyberattack

    Impact Retailers relying on Albert Heijn's supply chain face continued online delivery disruptions until Sunday.

    Sources: NOS.nl ↗, FOK.nl ↗, Telegraaf.nl ↗

  7. Disruption

    Albert Heijn's supply chain hit by cyberattack

    Impact Retailers and suppliers face delayed deliveries and stock shortages, affecting sales and inventory management.

    Sources: NOS.nl ↗, AD.nl ↗

  8. Disruption

    Albert Heijn cyberattack disrupts supply chain

    Impact Retailers and logistics providers face operational challenges as Albert Heijn's supply chain disruptions continue.

    Sources: NOS.nl ↗, Telegraaf.nl ↗

  9. Disruption

    Albert Heijn distribution hit by cyberattack

    Impact Retailers and suppliers face supply chain delays and potential stock shortages due to halted distribution at Albert Heijn.

    Sources: NOS.nl ↗, nu.nl ↗

Sources in this story

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