Ahold Delhaize takes systems offline following network cybersecurity incident

Ahold Delhaize took website operations and systems offline after detecting a cybersecurity incident in its network on October 12, 2026. Supermarket News and Grocery Dive both report that the company took systems offline as precautionary measures to prevent further disruption. The decision affected retail banner websites in the United States and Europe. [1][2]

The operational disruption forced the suspension of online grocery ordering and deliveries. Supermarket News and Grocery Dive both report that all five United States banners were affected, including Food Lion, Hannaford, Stop & Shop, Giant Food, and The Giant Company. European operations were also disrupted, impacting websites for Albert Heijn, Delhaize, Etos, Gall & Gall, and bol.com. [1][2]

Ahold Delhaize is a Dutch multinational retail and wholesale holding company created by the 2016 merger of Dutch retailer Ahold and Belgian Delhaize Group. Headquartered in Zaandam, Netherlands, the company operates supermarkets, convenience stores, and online retail formats. The business employs 402,000 people across 7,716 stores in nine countries, generating two-thirds of its revenue in the United States. [7][8]

Supermarket News reported that physical store locations remained open despite the digital system shutdowns. The company stated that it was continuing to take systems offline to shield its network while investigating the security issue. [1][2]