Australia's fuel refining capacity collapses to just two plants
Domestic refining capacity has collapsed 70 per cent since 2012, leaving Australia importing about 80 per cent of refined fuel.
A new report warns Australia is dangerously unprepared for another global fuel crisis. Just two refineries remain: Viva Energy's facility in Geelong, Victoria, and Ampol's plant in Lytton, Queensland.
Viva Energy's Geelong facility and Ampol's Lytton plant together supply about one-fifth of Australia's petrol, diesel, and aviation fuel. Australia now imports about 80 per cent of its refined fuel.
Domestic refining capacity has collapsed 70 per cent since 2012 as six major refineries have closed. The report calls for government protection of domestic refining and stronger fuel reserves.
- 2 (Viva Energy Geelong, Ampol Lytton)
- Refineries remaining
- 70 per cent
- Capacity collapse since 2012
- About 80 per cent
- Refined fuel imported
- 6 major refineries
- Refineries closed
Why it mattersA disruption to global fuel supplies or ports could cripple transport, farming, mining, and essential services that depend on reliable fuel.
AustraliaAustralia's economy relies on reliable fuel, but current capacity means any major global shortage could hit Australian prices, supply chains, and jobs.
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