MOSCOW, Russia: Russia is preparing to extend restrictions on diesel exports until the end of January 2027, although selected shipments to international markets will continue under special exemptions, Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak has announced.
Novak told journalists on Saturday, October 31, that the government was drafting a decree to maintain the restrictions for another three months as authorities manage the country’s fuel export policy.
“Yes, a government decree is currently being drafted to extend the ban on diesel shipments until the end of January next year – effectively for three months. However, as before, specific exceptions will be made for supplies to global markets,” Novak said.
The proposed extension comes as Russia continues adjusting restrictions introduced to regulate fuel supplies and manage exports. The government had previously extended a temporary ban on exports of diesel, marine fuel and gas oils by direct producers until the end of October.
A broader restriction on fuel exports remains in force until January 31, 2027, while the specific measures targeting direct fuel producers had initially been scheduled to expire on September 30.
However, Russia has started allowing selected diesel shipments abroad ahead of schedule, signalling a controlled relaxation of some restrictions.
According to TASS, the Russian state news agency, Novak disclosed that three tankers carrying Russian diesel had already departed for the United States, while a fourth shipment was scheduled to leave on October 29.
Russian companies have been permitted to export up to 500,000 tonnes of diesel during October under agreements covering deliveries to the United States and other international markets.
The exemptions are intended to allow selected international supplies to continue despite the broader export restrictions.
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