Fuel deliveries are now entering their next phase as earlier procurement efforts begin to materialize. The Department of Energy has secured 165 million liters of fuel for phased delivery within April.
This forms part of a broader supply buildup ordered to strengthen national reserves amid ongoing global tensions. Shipments from Malaysia, Singapore, India, and Oman are scheduled to arrive in staggered batches to sustain availability.
The fuel was procured through the Philippine National Oil Company to augment the existing supply from oil companies. Initial volumes have already arrived, with additional shipments expected across the month.
Authorities structured deliveries to align with storage capacity and ensure continuous replenishment. This approach allows supply to flow steadily while new orders are fulfilled.
At the same time, the Philippines does not directly source most of its fuel from the Middle East. However, global supply chains remain interconnected, which exposes local prices to external disruptions.
In response, the government expanded sourcing to alternative markets to reduce reliance on a single region. Additional supply channels now include countries such as Canada and Argentina.
“The 165 million liters is the 1.042 million barrels… It’s expected that the entire 165 million liters for April,” Energy Secretary Sharon Garin, on deliveries scheduled in phases to maintain a stable fuel supply.
Meanwhile, fuel stocks have increased to around 50 days from the usual 30-day level. This reflects a larger buffer that allows time for incoming shipments to arrive.
Supply levels continue to adjust as consumption and replenishment occur simultaneously. Authorities also maintained that fuel rationing has not been considered, while anti-hoarding measures remain in place to support stable distribution.
