Russia's fuel output is falling after Ukrainian drone strikes on refineries. Seasonal spikes in gasoline and diesel demand could push the system into a deeper crisis, experts say.
In a rare move for one of the world’s largest exporters of oil and refined products, Russia is expected to receive a cargo of gasoline via one of its western ports in June … It will be shipped from Asia, one source said, without providing details on volumes or suppliers.
An increasing number of regions implement rationing measures amid a coordinated Ukrainian drone campaign against oil refineries and supply lines … In a statement, Russian Railways said the new task force will focus on maintaining steady deliveries of petroleum products while navigating a volatile “operational environment” — a standard euphemism used by officials to refer to the fallout from Ukrainian attacks.
Russia doesn’t seem to be heading for a fuel crisis, it’s already there …
Reuters reports that Russia is set to import fuel by sea in June as it seeks to manage a gasoline shortage following extensive drone attacks on its refineries,
And Russia’s state railway monopoly announced Wednesday [June 17] the creation of a specialized task force to manage fuel transportation across the country, according to the Moscow Times:
Good idea to put all that oil to be gathered in one place. Drones don’t fly near water, right?