Libya expects cooking gas relief as third tanker nears
Brega Petroleum Marketing Company blames irregular supplies and illegal sales for shortages in the Mountain region.
The Mountain region of Libya is experiencing a temporary shortage of cooking gas due to irregular tanker arrivals and disruptions in supply, according to Ahmed Al-Masallati, spokesman for Brega Petroleum Marketing Company. He stated that the company distributed approximately 1,200 cylinders in Zintan and 600 in Nalut, but operational restrictions and safety concerns are impacting regular deliveries.
Al-Masallati accused some distributors of selling their allocated gas on the parallel market, exacerbating the crisis and depriving citizens. He urged security and oversight authorities to increase monitoring of distribution points and organize supply operations better. Filling points remain open in Zintan and Nalut, with plans for a new one in Jadu.
While Al-Masallati could not provide an exact end date for the shortage, he assured residents that the situation is temporary and expects availability to improve with the arrival of a third tanker in the coming days. Increased winter consumption has contributed to the current demand.
Why it mattersResidents in Libya's Mountain region face difficulties obtaining cooking gas due to supply disruptions and illegal sales by distributors.