Libya's Brega Oil Vows Continued Diesel Supply Amid Ongoing Power Cuts

The Brega Oil Marketing Company has confirmed that it will continue to supply diesel fuel to the General Electricity Company of Libya (GECOL) around the clock, despite ongoing power cuts in the country.

This decision comes as Libya faces severe power outages since mid-June, which have affected various sectors, including residential areas. Brega stated that its continued supply of diesel will support power-generating stations and contribute to maintaining the stability of the electrical system.

According to Brega, the company is meeting the needs of major consumers, such as factories, companies, and production facilities, despite a significant increase in demand for diesel due to low natural gas supplies. However, the company emphasized that fuel supply is just one aspect of ensuring electricity stability, which also depends on factors like natural gas availability, generating unit readiness, maintenance work, transmission, distribution networks, and technical considerations.

Brega noted that industrial facilities are relying heavily on their own generators using diesel fuel during peak hours when electricity tariffs rise. This increased consumption is putting additional pressure on the supply system. The company called for optimal use of subsidized diesel to achieve public interest and urged regulatory authorities to monitor fuel consumption patterns of these facilities.

In light of these exceptional conditions, Brega hopes that GECOL will consider them when determining and ordering diesel quantities. This balance between power stations' needs and those of other vital sectors is crucial for ensuring a stable supply system.