The ban on the export of diesel fuel has been extended in Russia.
29-08-2026 16:40 Press of Diaspora
auroranews.am The press service of the Cabinet of Ministers has announced the signing of a decision to extend the ban on the export of diesel and marine fuel, as well as gas oil, by direct producers from the territory of Russia, which will be in effect until September 30, 2026, inclusive:
«The decision has been made to maintain a stable situation in the domestic fuel market,» the statement said.
The general ban on fuel exports from Russia is in effect until January 31, 2027. Meanwhile, the restriction for direct producers of diesel and marine fuel, as well as gas oil, was in place until August 31, 2026.
As reported, the seasonal increase in fuel consumption in Russia in 2026 coincided with a series of unscheduled repairs at oil refineries. At the same time, restrictions are being imposed on sales volumes at gas stations in various regions.
In order to stabilize the situation, the government and oil companies are taking measures: the load of the operating oil refineries has been maximized, the timelines for current repairs have been reduced, and planned repairs have been postponed. The trading conditions for oil products on the St. Petersburg exchange have changed. The government has allowed the release of additional volumes of Euro-2, 3, and 4 lower-grade fuel.
Russia began importing oil products in July. In addition, the complete ban on gasoline exports has been extended until January 31, 2027. The ban on the export of diesel fuel for non-producers is in effect until January 31, 2027. The ban on the export of aviation kerosene from the country is also in effect until November 30.
At the end of July, Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak announced a partial stabilization of the fuel market against the backdrop of several oil refineries coming out of repairs, but a complicated situation persisted in some regions. In August, the second phase of tension in the fuel market began; authorities expect the situation to improve with the resumption of operations at oil refineries after repairs.
* This text was automatically translated by Artificial Intelligence (AI).
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