www.gandul.ro/actualitate/petrotel-lukoil-reia-pro

Petrotel Lukoil is set to resume operations after a 13-month suspension, with oil from Kazakhstan expected in mid-November. The refinery, under state supervision, has debts exceeding 1.5 billion lei and is in insolvency to protect its assets and employees. The government has extended the crisis state in the oil market until February 2027, maintaining existing measures like reduced excise on diesel. Preparations for restarting the refinery are underway, including coordination with transport companies and technical checks on installations. The management emphasizes the importance of collaboration with authorities to ensure a smooth restart, which is crucial for reducing import dependency and securing jobs.