Energy Fiji Limited (EFL) has submitted a request for an emergency fuel surcharge adjustment, citing escalating global fuel prices that are driving up operational costs.
The submission, now under review by the Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission (FCCC), comes as international prices for heavy fuel oil and industrial diesel continue to fluctuate, placing pressure on EFL’s short-term cash flow.
EFL says the request is necessary to manage rising fuel procurement costs and maintain the delivery of reliable electricity services across the country.
FCCC has confirmed it is assessing the application but says no determination has been made at this stage.
The Commission acknowledges the external factors influencing fuel prices but maintains that any adjustment to electricity tariffs must consider the impact on consumers and the wider economy.
An expedited review process is now underway, with FCCC expected to weigh EFL’s operational needs against consumer protection before making a final decision.
