By : Puli
March 09, LNW (Colombo): Sri Lanka’s main gas suppliers, Litro Gas Lanka and Laugfs Gas PLC, have accelerated the distribution of cooking gas to the local market following the arrival of new shipments.
Litro Gas began releasing 3,700 metric tons of gas to consumers today (March 9) as part of its latest distribution effort.
Chairman of Litro Gas, Channa Gunawardena, stated that the company has imported 7,900 metric tons of gas in recent weeks to strengthen local supply.
He also revealed that a vessel carrying 30,000 metric tons of gas is currently stationed in the Maldives, while another shipment of 33,000 metric tons is scheduled to arrive there on March 17. According to Gunawardena, these shipments are ordered by Sri Lanka but are first delivered to the Maldives before being transported to the country by smaller vessels, a process that usually takes about two days.
Gunawardena further noted that the previous gas supply tender, which was handled by an Omani company, has now been awarded to an American supplier. The new supply route passes around Africa to avoid conflict-affected areas, ensuring a continuous and secure gas supply.
To meet increasing domestic demand, Litro Gas also plans to release 700,000 new household gas cylinders to the market in several phases.
Meanwhile, Laugfs Gas PLC has also commenced distributing its available stocks across the island.
Authorities say these steps are being taken to ensure a stable and uninterrupted supply of cooking gas for consumers across Sri Lanka.