NZ Fuel Stocks

Days of cover against NZ minimum stockholding obligations (MSO)

Gauges use a 0–90 day scale aligned to international fuel security guidance, with the NZ Minimum Stockholding Obligation marked on each arc: Petrol 28d, Diesel 21d, Jet fuel 24d. The status badge shows how far above or below MSO the latest snapshot sits. Run-out assumes no new supply after the snapshot date.

Where the fuel sits right now

The latest update shows national fuel stocks remain stable with sufficient stock levels across petrol, diesel and jet fuel. The data released today shows a decrease across all fuel types since the last update on 13 April. Although this is the second consecutive update with drops in total fuel stock, these changes do not raise any immediate concerns. The departure of one small shipment has been delayed. This is because as some countries have closed their export facilities, more vessels are using Singapore as their primary loading hub - leading to congestion and delays. The fuel companies have confirmed that supply chains continue to operate, although these types of delays are likely to become more common. Fuel stocks naturally rise and fall each week as fuel is used and new shipments arrive. Current fuel levels are broadly in line with normal levels before recent global disruptions, and fuel supply remains normal.

Total days of cover — over time

Recent snapshots