Introduction
Welcome to the Fuels Industry Association of South Africa
The Association plays a strategic role in addressing common issues related to the production, distribution, and marketing of fuel products. We are committed to promoting environmental progress and inclusive socio-economic growth within the industry.
The Fuels Industry Association of South Africa achieves this by actively engaging with key stakeholders, providing research and expert advice, and communicating the industry’s views to the government, the public, and the media.
The Association champions the interests of the South African fuels industry, representing a diverse range of energy sources that power transportation.
Introduction
Welcome to the Fuels Industry Association of South Africa
The Association plays a strategic role in addressing common issues related to the production, distribution, and marketing of fuel products. We are committed to promoting environmental progress and inclusive socio-economic growth within the industry.
The Fuels Industry Association of South Africa achieves this by actively engaging with key stakeholders, providing research and expert advice, and communicating the industry’s views to the government, the public, and the media.
Latest Fuel Prices
Economic Contribution
The oil industry (mainly Fuels Industry Association members) contributed 3.0% to RSA’s 2022 GDP (direct contribution). South Africa's liquid fuel demand currently exceeds refinery production, making it a net importer. Supplies 17% of South Africa’s primary energy needs through annual sales of 24.5 billion litres of liquid fuels.
4 operational refineries*
- 3 crude oil(Astron Energy, Natref, Sapref)
- 1 coal-to-liquid and gas-to-liquid fuels
- Approximately 5,500 service stations and 11 million vehicles across the country
- 5 main international airports
- Commercial & Industrial customers
Latest News
Upcoming Events
Fuels Industry Association of South Africa Welcomes SARS Crackdown on Illicit Fuel Trade
Budget Silence on Fuel Adulteration: Failure to Consider the Taxation of Kerosene
What We Do?
The Association plays a strategic role in addressing common issues related to the production, distribution, and marketing of fuel products. We are committed to promoting environmental progress and inclusive socio-economic growth within the industry.
Fuel Price Regulation
This pillar focuses on identifying, coordinating, and overseeing industry policies, legislation, and rules related to regulated fuel prices within the fuels supply chain. It serves as a platform for addressing issues that require high-level intervention to ensure fair and sustainable pricing structures.
Energy Transition
With the global shift toward cleaner energy sources, this pillar is dedicated to guiding the industry’s transition to a more sustainable and low-carbon future. It seeks to address challenges and opportunities related to alternative fuels, decarbonisation strategies, and regulatory frameworks that support a just and practical energy transition.
Health, Safety, Security & Environment
The HSSE pillar provides strategic oversight on critical industry matters related to personal and process safety, environmental sustainability, and security within the fuels supply chain. By identifying risks and ensuring compliance with best practices, it aims to enhance operational integrity and industry-wide safety standards.
Transformation
This pillar is committed to driving meaningful transformation within the petroleum and liquid fuels industry. It plays a key role in ensuring alignment with the Petroleum and Liquid Fuels Charter and Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) objectives, fostering an inclusive and diverse supply chain.
Security of Supply
Ensuring the stability of fuel supply in South Africa is the primary focus of this pillar. By identifying and mitigating key supply-side risks, it helps safeguard energy security and resilience within the industry, preventing disruptions that could impact businesses and consumers alike.
