Reliance Industries Confident In Diversified Crude Strategy Amid Russian Oil Sanctions
Reliance Industries Ltd., India’s top private refiner, has expressed confidence in its ‘crude sourcing strategy’ amid the cloud over Russian oil imports due to the sanctions announced by the United States.
Background Of The Sanctions
The US implemented sanctions on two of Russia’s largest oil producers, Rosneft and Lukoil, in a bid to pressure President Vladimir Putin into ending the war in Ukraine. Rosneft and Lukoil together account for an estimated 3.1 million barrels per day (mbpd) of exports, nearly 80% of Russia’s total crude shipments of 3.8–3.9 mbpd.
Reliance Industries’ Statement
A spokesperson of Reliance Industries said, ‘Reliance is confident that its time-tested, diversified crude sourcing strategy will continue to ensure stability and reliability in its refinery operations for meeting the domestic and export requirements, including to Europe.’
The statement comes two days after the US announced sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil. RIL said it is assessing the implications of the latest restrictions imposed by the European Union, the United Kingdom, and the US, while reiterating its commitment to full compliance with international and domestic regulations.
Impact On Indian Energy Security
RIL, one of India’s largest refiners, has been a major buyer of Russian crude since 2022. The company imports 34% oil from Moscow and is likely to feel some pressure due to the sanctions, according to analysts. For RIL, each $1 per barrel rise in crude prices could dent Ebitda by 2–2.5%, according to NDTV Profit’s calculation.
Meanwhile, the Indian government is examining the impact of US sanctions on Russian oil imports, persons privy to the development told NDTV Profit on Thursday. The initial evaluations suggest the effect will be limited given India’s current sourcing patterns, they said.
Reliance Industries’ Commitment To Compliance
Whenever there is any guidance from the Indian Government in this respect, as always, we will be complying fully. Reliance has consistently aligned itself with the objectives of ensuring India’s energy security, said the spokesperson.
Reliance Industries has a long history of navigating complex geopolitical situations and has a diversified crude sourcing strategy in place, which will help the company mitigate the impact of the sanctions.
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