Category: petroleum
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Bowen’s Grim Oil Future: Blaze Cause Unveiled
Geelong Refinery Inferno Sparks Supply Concerns A massive fire that ripped through the Viva Energy refinery in Geelong, Victoria, has led to admissions from the Energy Minister that it will impact fuel supplies across Australia. The blaze, which sent flames soaring 60 metres into the night sky, was ultimately caused by equipment failure, according to…
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Japan moves first to tap emergency oil
Japan Taps Strategic Reserves Amidst Escalating Middle East Tensions In a decisive move to cushion its energy markets from the escalating Middle East conflict, Japan has announced it will unilaterally release crude oil from its strategic petroleum reserves. This unilateral action signals one of the earliest national responses to the growing crisis, aiming to stabilise…