Fiji Gas has issued a fresh assurance to customers that liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) supplies across the country remain uninterrupted, saying shipments are on schedule and key provincial terminals are well stocked despite growing unease in global energy markets linked to tensions in the Middle East. The company released the statement today to allay fears that local LPG availability could be affected by recent international developments.
In its statement Fiji Gas said Fiji’s LPG supply is sourced through a regional chain that is “independent of the direct shipping disruptions currently seen in the Middle East,” and therefore not exposed to the same risks facing petrol and diesel shipments. The firm confirmed that its storage and distribution facilities in Lami, Lautoka, Sigatoka, Labasa and Savusavu have adequate inventories, and that both cylinder deliveries and bulk supplies will continue according to normal schedules.
Fiji Gas warned against panic buying and hoarding, saying such behaviour would place unnecessary strain on distribution systems and risk public safety. “We urge our customers not to engage in panic buying or hoarding,” the company said, adding that storing excessive numbers of gas cylinders at homes or businesses is a “significant safety hazard” and strongly discouraged.
The update also outlined continued engagement with the Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission (FCCC) to keep pricing fair and transparent. Fiji Gas emphasised that any changes to consumer prices follow a standard monthly adjustment cycle, rather than ad hoc moves, a point intended to counter speculation about sudden price hikes tied to geopolitical volatility.
The reassurance comes amid wider public anxiety over fuel availability internationally as geopolitical flashpoints have disrupted some shipping routes and pushed up energy market uncertainty. Fiji Gas sought to draw a clear distinction between those situations and Fiji’s LPG context, saying regional sourcing and scheduled resupply reduce the likelihood of immediate local shortages.
Company officials said they will keep monitoring the situation and coordinating with regulatory authorities to manage supply and pricing. For now, the firm’s message is that households and businesses can expect normal LPG service and that avoiding panic purchases will help maintain steady distribution and reduce safety risks.
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