2,500+ Manufacturers Apply for Structured Fuel Supply Amid Global Pressures ⛽

The Ministry of Industry has launched a tiered distribution mechanism to shield the manufacturing sector from disruptions linked to the Middle East crisis. As of Thursday, 2,551 requests have been recommended to the CPC to ensure production continuity. • Sector Impact: Over 2,846 total applications received from firms of all sizes, including MSMEs, to maintain supply chains and national employment stability. • Distribution Tiers: • Under 400 Litres: Available via provincial fuel stations. • 400 – 6,600 Litres: Supplied through SLTB depots at the provincial level. • Over 6,600 Litres: Direct supply from the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC). • Strategic Goal: A special committee led by Minister Bimal Rathnayake has coordinated with the CPC and CEB to prioritize uninterrupted energy for industrial production and distribution activities. • Access: Unregistered firms, particularly in the micro and small enterprise categories, can still apply through Provincial Secretariats.