April 26, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka is set to receive a significant boost to its energy reserves as the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CEYPETCO) confirmed the arrival of a large crude oil consignment today.
According to Managing Director Mayura Neththikumarage, the incoming tanker is carrying approximately 95,000 metric tonnes of crude oil, marking one of several planned deliveries aimed at strengthening fuel availability across the country.
He further indicated that additional shipments are already in the pipeline. A smaller consignment of around 9,500 metric tonnes is expected to dock tomorrow, followed by another substantial delivery of 36,000 metric tonnes scheduled for arrival on the 28th.
Authorities say these staggered imports are part of a broader strategy to maintain steady supply levels and avoid disruptions.
Officials have expressed confidence that, with these deliveries, fuel stocks will remain stable for the foreseeable future. Neththikumarage noted that the combined shipments should comfortably meet national demand at least until the end of June, barring any unexpected surges in consumption.
