The manager of the National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company in the Ardabil region has examined the fuel situation in this area and referred to the important actions taken in the field of oil product distribution. He stated: The adjustment of the third gasoline rate (station cards) from 5,000 tomans to 10,000 tomans was implemented from September 8 this year, which was an effective step in organizing consumption.
Increase in CNG Consumption and Gasoline Distribution
With the increase in the rate of free station gasoline cards, which was implemented from September 8, we have witnessed a 10% jump in CNG consumption. The 75 active CNG stations in Ardabil province contribute to reducing gasoline consumption by about 200 to 300 thousand liters daily. More than 98% of CNG stations in the province are maintained at a high standard. The dual-fuel vehicle conversion plan is also underway to reduce costs and achieve environmental goals.
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Daily Distribution of 3 Million Liters of Gasoline
The manager of the National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company in the Ardabil region also referred to the daily distribution of 3 million liters of gasoline in the summer and said: 85 liquid fuel stations in the province are responsible for distributing gasoline and diesel for transportation. Two aviation refueling centers are also active at Ardabil and Parsabad airports. Due to its tourist-friendly nature, Ardabil province faced a very challenging summer with extremely high fuel consumption demand.
Sidi added: On some days, gasoline distribution in the province reached 3 million liters daily, and despite the high expectations of the people for product supply, especially gasoline, new records were set for gasoline supply. By holding video conference meetings and utilizing designated areas, we sometimes had to transport gasoline directly from Ahvaz and Bandar Abbas to the province.
Gas Imbalance Challenges and Winter Fuel Storage
The manager of the National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company in the Ardabil region referred to the gas imbalance challenge in the country and said: According to statistics, the country has an annual gas imbalance of about 250 million cubic meters. This year, with the damage to the South Pars facilities, about 230 million cubic meters were added to this imbalance. Nevertheless, power plant fuel storage began at the start of summer, and the Sabalan power plant's tanks are now filled to maximum capacity.
Sidi emphasized: Given the prioritization approved in national working groups, liquid fuel is continuously replacing gas to maintain network resilience. Additionally, necessary planning for providing alternative fuel for households, namely kerosene, is underway.
Kerosene Storage and Winter Condition Management
The manager of the National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company in the Ardabil region emphasized the provision of kerosene in case of gas pressure drop, stating: Our permanent kerosene customers are nomads and remote villages. Considering the possibility of a drop in household gas pressure this winter, necessary measures for providing alternative fuel are in place, and there are no issues in this regard. The distribution of kerosene in villages is carried out through vendors and distribution branches.
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