Mohammad Sadegh Azimi Far, CEO of the National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Company, announced the approval of the outsourcing of aviation refueling centers. This decision is made in line with the implementation of Article 105 of the Seventh Development Plan, aimed at reducing state involvement, lowering operational costs, and increasing efficiency.
Details of Outsourcing Refueling Centers
According to Azimi Far, the outsourcing of refueling centers to qualified companies will occur after conducting relevant studies and preparing technical and financial appendices, following legal procedures. This action is designed in three clusters, each consisting of several refueling centers.
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Goals and Implications of This Action
The main goal of this decision is to reduce operational costs and increase efficiency in the aviation refueling sector. By transferring these centers to private companies, it is expected that the quality of services will also improve, benefiting the aviation industry. Azimi Far also referred to the examination and summarization of the outsourcing program for other remaining activities of this company and parts of the fuel supply chain, including oil depots.
He emphasized that these actions are under review and pursuit in line with separating operational responsibilities from governance duties. Outsourcing activities to private companies can lead to increased efficiency and cost reduction, thereby creating the necessary grounds for healthy competition in this field.
It is essential to note that outsourcing refueling centers can have positive results in improving the economic structure and increasing efficiency in the oil and gas industry. This action will also help reduce the financial burden on the government and will benefit all stakeholders.
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