Control of petroleum product transport measures: the Minister of Hydrocarbons, Didier Budimbu, is launching a verification operation on the ground to ensure their application. In a press release published by the ministry’s communications unit, it is indicated that the minister has undertaken a series of raids to monitor the level of compliance with measures prohibiting the transport and storage of petroleum products in cans or barrels.
Following several incidents and fires linked to the use of these prohibited transport methods, Didier Budimbu went to the field to see for himself the presence of illegal parking lots where these products are stored. His first stop took him to Mitendi and Mont-Ngafula, where he surprised several offenders exploiting these pirate parking lots.
The Minister of Hydrocarbons also extended his visit to the Kasangulu toll, where he noted numerous violations of the measures in force. He expressed his opposition to the circulation of these vehicles and turned back those who did not respect the rules. His communications unit reports that he showed his disapproval of the dangerous behavior of certain traders, endangering not only their own lives but also those of others in the event of a fire.
The Minister of Hydrocarbons remains determined to enforce these measures to clean up the sector. He continued his mission until early morning and, the following day, even intercepted a bus illegally transporting fuel to Mitendi.
This initiative by Didier Budimbu demonstrates his commitment to the safety and regularity of the transport of petroleum products. Its desire to enforce these beneficial measures demonstrates its determination to clean up the hydrocarbon sector.
In summary, the Minister of Hydrocarbons, Didier Budimbu, launched a verification operation on the ground to monitor the application of measures prohibiting the transport and storage of petroleum products in cans or drums. His visit to illegal parking lots revealed numerous violations of the rules, which strengthened his determination to enforce these measures to clean up the sector. Its approach demonstrates its commitment to the safety and regularity of the transportation of petroleum products.