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.
Jorge Bendeck, President of the Colombia’s Biofuels Federation (Fedebiocombustibles), participated in the International Conference on Biofuels in Medellin. He talked about relevant issues such as regulation, market potential and import tariffs, among other.
The Colombian Association of Natural Gas (Naturgas) proposed adjusting the carbon tax to promote the transition to a cleaner energy matrix.
February 14th is Valentine’s Day in many parts of the world (and increasingly celebrated in Colombia). It is also the day that BP chose to launch this year’s Energy Outlook, an eagerly-awaited, multi-scenario look at the future of energy demand and supply. (OK, eagerly awaited by nerds like our Analyst.)