Fuel Transporters Cry Out Over Arbitrarily Imposed Depot Charges

Fuel transporters are criticizing multiple depot charges imposed by unions, which they claim is unfair and detrimental to their businesses. The Association of Distributors and Transporters of Petroleum Products has condemned the arbitrary charges at depots.

A recent move by fuel transporters and distributors has sparked frustration among the industry, with the Association of Distributors and Transporters of Petroleum Products condemning arbitrary charges imposed at depots by various unions. The charges, deemed excessive by the association, have been described as a significant financial burden on its members. As a result, the association has voiced concerns about the unfair treatment meted out to fuel transporters, which could potentially disrupt supply chains and impact the availability of petroleum products nationwide. The union-imposed charges are seen as an unjustified tax on the industry's livelihoods.