In the first half of 2024, Ukraine saw a significant reduction in gasoline imports, falling by 33.9%. The total reached 508,400 tons compared to the same period in 2023, according to the June 2024 issue of NaftoRynok Monthly Fuels & LPG.
During this period, A-95 gasoline made up about 96.1% of imports, with high-octane A-98/100 grades accounting for 3.9%. Romania led as the top supplier, providing 38.7% of the gasoline, followed by Poland (23.9%), Lithuania (15.7%), and Germany (11.2%).
Imports by road transport fell sharply by 46.8% to 125,100 tons.
However, the second quarter saw a 16.7% increase in gasoline imports from the first quarter, reaching 273,800 tons, due to anticipated fuel excise tax hikes.
For more insights into the diesel, gasoline, liquefied gas, bitumen, and AdBlue markets in Ukraine and Europe, see the detailed reports in NaftoRynok Monthly Fuels & LPG.
