The Philippine National Oil Company (PNOC) confirmed that the 21,000 metric ton liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) procured by the government arrived last Saturday at the South Pacific Inc. Terminal in Calaca, Batangas, for storage at the CISC Industrial Park. Sourced from Enterprise Port in Texas, USA, and secured through Trafigura Pte. Ltd. last April 2026, the shipment contains equal parts propane and butane.
The delivery strengthens the national fuel reserves amid the ongoing energy emergency, ensuring LPG remains available for households and businesses. Unlike regular commercial imports, the state-procured supply is reserved only for emergency stabilization and will not compete with private suppliers. Adding this volume boosts national inventory and helps prevent shortages in high-demand areas, directly supporting steady economic activity and public access to essential energy. PNOC has already started the process to release the stock to qualified partners for distribution, following strict safety and operational standards. As the state energy firm, PNOC’s core role is to maintain stable petroleum supplies to sustain economic growth and public welfare, alongside developing the country’s energy resources.
