The National Federation of Freight Transporters (Fedetranscarga) warned that the new National Development Plan (PND) will increase gasoline prices. Here is their suggestion to deal with the issue.
Colombian authorities continue to insist on the construction of a new regasification plant in Buenaventura, although some experts have expressed their rejection of this alternative. The Mining and Energy Planning Unit (UPME) spoke about this project.
Cartagena refinery (Reficar) announced its 2018 financial and operational results. The plant continues to consolidate its operations in the country, reporting excellent metrics.
Gasoline prices have been controversial due to the lack of credibility in the ‘magic formula’ to establish them. The association Coomultiport made a complaint about a possible increase in prices in border areas.
The National Federation of Fuel and Energy Distributors (Fendipetroleo) hosted a press conference. HCC attended the event.
The Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinMinas) asked for the support of the Ecuadorian government to mitigate the gasoline shortage Colombia is facing.
Senator Jose David Name urged the government to define clear regulations to assure stability in the provision of oil and its derivatives, to boost reliability in the public transport area.
The Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinMinas) announced a new increase in fuel prices for March 2019. The Federation of Cargo Transport Companies (Fedetranscarga) spoke on this subject and sent a clear message to the government.
The increasing use of Vehicular Natural Gas (VNG) and propane has industry experts wondering if these products will replace traditional gasoline and diesel in the mid-term.
The National Biofuels Federation supported the initiative of increasing the amount of biodiesel in the fuel mix, but for transport Association, Andemos, the measure will end up affecting their engines.
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