The government says liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) supplies will remain sufficient in the coming months, based on scheduled shipments by both state and private suppliers.
Cabinet Spokesperson Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said Litro Gas is expecting a 22,000 metric tonne shipment on March 28, followed by another 22,000 metric tonne shipment in April.
Private supplier Laugfs Gas has informed the government of two shipments—8,000 metric tonnes on March 30 and 31, and 21,000 metric tonnes on April 25-27, he said.
Jayatissa noted that Laugfs typically supplies between 7,000 and 8,000 metric tonnes per month to the local market. He said the combined shipments from both suppliers are expected to exceed national demand.
However, he acknowledged that there are issues related to distribution.
Asked about the President’s comments that Laugfs has agreed in principle to provide its storage facilities in Hambantota to accommodate additional gas shipments if required, Jayatissa said discussions on the matter are ongoing. (Newswire)