Moscow, September 5 (financeflashnews.com) – A recent fire at a major Moscow oil refinery will not cause fuel shortages in the region, as the temporary disruption in supply will be offset by production from other refineries. This assurance was given by Russia’s Energy Minister Sergei Tsivilev, according to a report by Interfax and Reuters.
Details of the Incident
The Gazpromneft Moscow Refinery suspended operations at its Euro+ combined refining unit, which includes the CDU-6 crude distillation unit, following the fire on Sunday, September 1. The fire occurred after the refinery was struck by a drone as part of Ukraine’s targeting of Russian energy infrastructure.
Assurance of Continued Fuel Supply
Energy Minister Tsivilev stated that fuel supplies to the Moscow region will remain stable despite the incident. The shortfall caused by the fire at the Moscow refinery will be compensated by increased output from other refineries, ensuring no significant disruption in the region’s fuel supply.
Background on the Drone Attack
The Moscow refinery, located in the southeastern part of the Russian capital, was reportedly hit during a drone attack on September 1. This attack coincided with Ukraine’s continued strikes against Russian energy facilities, marking the latest escalation in the ongoing conflict.
Key Takeaways
- The fire at Gazpromneft’s Moscow refinery has temporarily halted operations at one of its key units, but there is no risk of fuel shortages.
- Other refineries in Russia are expected to compensate for the shortfall, ensuring continued fuel supply in the region.
- The fire followed a drone strike, highlighting the vulnerability of Russian energy infrastructure amid the ongoing conflict with Ukraine.
Keywords: Moscow refinery, fuel supply, Gazpromneft, drone attack, Russia, Ukraine, Energy Minister Sergei Tsivilev
