Romania will restart the Petrotel-Lukoil refinery in 45 days, after the USA granted a waiver from sanctions. This will ensure 21% of the country's fuel production.
Lara Maior
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Energy Minister Bogdan Ivan announced that the United States has accepted a waiver from sanctions for Lukoil, allowing Romania to restart the Petrotel-Lukoil refinery within 45 days. This refinery will produce diesel, gasoline, and kerosene, ensuring 21% of the national fuel needs and contributing to market stabilization. Ivan emphasized that Romania will not depend on imports, having the capacity to produce all its gasoline and over 60% of its diesel. Additionally, Lukoil gas stations in Romania have received a waiver from sanctions until October 29. The Petromidia refinery is already operating at maximum capacity, and Ivan assured that no Russian oil will be used, but rather oil from other sources. This development is considered an important victory for Romania's and the region's energy security, allowing the sale of products to neighboring countries and the European Union. Ivan mentioned that the state of emergency allows the Ministry of Energy to prioritize exports in NATO's interest.
Sources
Ministrul Energiei, anunț din SUA: România primește derogare de la sancțiunile asupra Lukoil – Rafinăria Petrotel va reporni în 45 de zile
Rafinăria Petrotel Lukoil va fi repornită / „Vom avea cele mai mici prețuri la carburanți din regiune”
Cea mai bună veste pentru România în criza carburanților. Am primit acordul de la SUA să repornim rafinăria Petrotel Lukoil. Ministrul Ivan: „Vom avea prețuri mai mici decât în întreaga regiune”
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