West Sea Coast Guard Launches Special Crackdown to Eradicate Illegal Marine Oil Distribution

Manufacture and Sale of Counterfeit Petroleum Products,
Illegal Use of Duty-Free Fuel
Strict Measures Against Acts Disrupting Distribution Order

Exterior view of the West Sea Regional Coast Guard Headquarters building

The chief of the West Sea Regional Coast Guard Headquarters announced that, in response to expectations of increased illegal use of duty-free marine fuel and distribution of counterfeit petroleum products exploiting recent international oil price volatility, a "special crackdown on illegal marine oil distribution" has been underway since March 11.

The key targets of this special crackdown include: ▲ illegal distribution of marine fuel for vessels ▲ misuse of duty-free fuel intended for fishing purposes ▲ illicit supply of duty-free fuel through the use of falsified or forged sales records ▲ and the manufacture or sale of counterfeit petroleum products. The authorities plan to enforce strong measures against these activities.

Counterfeit petroleum products distributed at sea not only constitute tax evasion but can also cause vessel engine failures, potentially leading to major maritime accidents. Additionally, the high sulfur content in such products can result in severe marine pollution.

An official from the West Sea Regional Coast Guard Headquarters stated, "Taking into account the potential impact of the current situation in the Middle East on people's livelihoods, we will conduct strict investigations into any acts that undermine order in petroleum distribution, and we are committed to doing our utmost to protect the public economy and ensure maritime safety."

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