Czech reserves agency signs billion-crown diesel supply deal with Orlen Unipetrol

The Czech State Material Reserves Administration (SSHR) has signed a contract with Orlen Unipetrol to supply diesel fuel worth one billion crowns, confirming the results of a recent tender. The supply is expected to comprise around 30 trains carrying stocks equivalent to approximately 2.5 days of consumption. The reserves administration informed the Czech News Agency (ČTK) of the deal today. It is also currently organising a tender to replenish oil stocks.

According to earlier information, the supply is expected to amount to 50.000 cubic metres of diesel fuel.

„Strengthening our oil security made the purchase of diesel fuel one of our key tasks. To give you an idea, it will amount to around 30 trains, equivalent to about 2.5 days of diesel consumption in the Czech Republic. We considered four bidders in the tender, and Orlen Unipetrol offered the best price. The delivery will take place within six months,“ said SSHR chairman Pavel Švagr.