First tanker carrying diesel from Russia to the US to set sail today
Sea-news.az reports citing foreign media, that this was stated by Deputy Prime Minister of Russia Alexander Novak.
The Deputy Prime Minister noted that the process of signing contracts between Russia and the United States for diesel supplies has entered its final stage.
He stated that the initial shipment will be carried out by a 40,000-ton tanker: “The first tanker is scheduled to depart from the port for the US tomorrow. Shipments will continue in the future. In accordance with the agreements between the leaders of the two countries, we will meet the diesel needs of the US as much as we can.”
A. Novak added that Russia could restore its diesel exports to previous levels by the end of the year: “Export volumes will be gradually increased depending on the production capacity of oil refineries. If exports are fully restored by the end of the year, diesel shipments to other countries could also be carried out in former quantities.”
