Delta Petroleum unable to supply required diesel for electricity generation- BVIEC
Delta unable to fulfill contractual obligations- BVIEC
According to a statement from BVIEC today, May 10, 2022, since early April 2022, BVIEC has been “vigorously attempting” to obtain information from Delta Petroleum, concerning its ability to continue to fulfil its contractual obligations under the existing Fuel Supply Agreement, to supply the Corporation with No. 2 diesel fuel required for its operations, on an ongoing basis.
“Unfortunately, it was not until Friday, May 6, 2022, that BVIEC received formal notification from Delta Petroleum of its inability to continue to source and supply the required fuel under the agreement.”
‘Swift’ alternative arrangements made- BVIEC
BVIEC said it wishes to reassure the public that it takes its corporate responsibilities very seriously and that it has “swiftly taken steps to procure the necessary No. 2 diesel fuel for the continued production of electricity in the intervening period.”
It said tendering process for the purpose of securing a reliable and constant source of supply of fuel for the production of electricity will commence.
BVIEC clears the air
Meanwhile, BVIEC said it was surprised to learn of certain misleading and disturbing statements which were publicly made, implying that it was deliberately trying to conceal information relating to its Fuel Supply Agreement with Delta Petroleum.
“The reason why such statements were made are certainly unclear to BVIEC; however, the statements have the potential to cause mass hysteria and unnecessary panic and so the BVIEC believes it is important to set the record straight.”
BVIEC also said it will continue to provide updates “on this very important issue” of No. 2 diesel supply as matters progress.
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25 Responses to “Delta Petroleum unable to supply required diesel for electricity generation- BVIEC”
What’s happening with the power Wheatley?
Ah , nothing , as usual.
Seems to me that the Territory’s energy policy is sadly lacking. Encouraging solar for residences reduces demand allowing more of the power that is fossil fuel generated to be used for commercial purposes for one. Keeping solar power prices high is a losing proposition as it leaves customers with limited alternatives other than high prices and a lot of disatisfaction. Might not be so if the power was always reliable and high quality instead of irregular supply of variable voltages that lead to premature failure of many electronics (and added costs for the consumer).
BVI has had decades to install solar and wind power and the money to do it. For the BVI to be labeled as one of the richest territories in the Caribbean... We sure have turned into a sh** show!