MANILA – The Department of Energy (DOE) has issued show-cause orders to 55 gas stations after reports of unjustified fuel price increases, Energy Secretary Sharon Garin announced Monday. The move aims to protect consumers amid rising global oil prices.
“We have reviewed 87 reports, including 26 from Metro Manila, and issued show-cause orders to 55 oil firms. They have 24 hours to explain why their permits should not be revoked,” Garin said during a press briefing.
If violations are verified, the DOE will urge local authorities to cancel the business permits of non-compliant stations.
Since last Friday, the DOE has been working closely with police and local governments to monitor fuel outlets, responding to claims that some companies are exploiting recent international price surges.
The department also released a list of oil companies that have submitted their scheduled price adjustments this week, prompted by crude oil exceeding USD100 per barrel due to ongoing conflicts involving the US, Israel, and Iran, which have disrupted global supplies.
Garin emphasized that oil companies are expected to ensure their gas stations and franchises follow the recommended pricing.
She reassured the public that the domestic fuel supply remains adequate. “We have enough supply until the end of April, and additional orders are already in place. Shortages will only occur if unscrupulous actors hoard fuel,” she said.
The DOE has partnered with the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) to launch the eGovPH Complaint Center through the eGov mobile app, enabling citizens to report panic buying, hoarding, or pricing violations.
Weekly Fuel Price Adjustments:
Shell: Gasoline PHP8.75/L; Diesel PHP24.25/L; Kerosene PHP36/L
Petron: Gasoline PHP8.80/L; Diesel PHP19.20/L; Kerosene PHP32/L
Total: Gasoline PHP10.20/L; Diesel PHP20.20/L
Chevron: Gasoline PHP7/L; Diesel PHP17.50/L; Kerosene PHP38.50/L
Jetti Petroleum: Gasoline PHP9/L; Diesel PHP19/L
Seaoil Philippines: Gasoline PHP11–13/L; Diesel PHP21–23/L; Kerosene PHP33–35/L
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