MRPL withdraws fuel export tenders following site fire incident

Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL) has withdrawn export tenders for key petroleum products following a fire incident at its production site. According to official company notices, the refiner cancelled outstanding bids for diesel, aviation turbine fuel and reformate shipments that were due for delivery in coming weeks.

The decision to pull the tenders signals operational challenges at the facility in the aftermath of the fire. MRPL, which operates one of India's significant refining capacities on the western coast, supplies both domestic and international markets with refined petroleum products.

The exact extent of damage from the fire and timeline for resumption of normal export operations remain unclear. The withdrawal of multiple product tenders suggests the incident has impacted the refinery's production or export logistics capabilities.

MRPL's move reflects precautionary measures being taken to manage its export commitments during the recovery period. The company's decision to formally notify buyers through official notices indicates the suspension is expected to extend for a material period.