World · Sri Lanka Bureau
CPC assures adequate fuel supply despite private sector cutbacks
Ceylon Petroleum Corporation has moved to reassure the public that fuel remains readily available across the country, even as some private sector suppliers have reduced their distribution volumes.
LSN Sri Lanka ·
The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has stated that there is no fuel shortage in Sri Lanka despite reports of reduced supply from certain private fuel retailers. The national oil corporation emphasized that adequate fuel stocks are being maintained to meet domestic demand across the island.
The CPC's statement comes as some private fuel distribution companies have curtailed their supply operations in recent weeks. However, authorities maintain that the state-owned corporation's supply network remains robust and sufficient to ensure uninterrupted fuel availability for consumers and essential services.
The corporation did not elaborate on specific reasons for the private sector's supply reductions, but assured the public that fuel accessibility at CPC pumping stations and authorized retailers remains stable. Officials urged consumers to refrain from panic buying, noting that market operations continue normally despite the adjustments in some private sector activity.
The assurance is intended to stabilize public confidence in fuel availability as the country navigates ongoing energy management challenges. The CPC reiterated its commitment to maintaining consistent supply to the transportation, industrial, and domestic sectors.