Saudi Arabia has officially launched its tenth comprehensive inspection campaign for fuel stations. This initiative, organized by the Permanent Executive Committee for Service Centers and Fuel Stations, involves over 300 inspectors from 11 government entities. The campaign spans 23 cities and governorates across the Kingdom and will last for four weeks. Notably, it coincides with the arrival of pilgrims for Hajj 2025 and the upcoming Eid Al-Adha holiday season.
The primary focus of this campaign is to monitor compliance among facilities operating fuel stations. Inspectors will ensure that these facilities meet quality standards and conform to approved specifications. They will take samples of all types of gasoline, diesel, and oils during the inspections. Additionally, the campaign will verify that facilities possess the necessary regulatory licenses and permits to operate legally.
Key Regulatory Requirements
Inspectors will check for several critical requirements, including the standardization sticker for fuel pumps. They will also confirm the presence of valid licenses for workers at the stations. Furthermore, inspectors will ensure that environmental licenses are in place, allowing facilities to operate within legal guidelines. Maintenance of mosques and their facilities near fuel stations will also be assessed during this campaign.
Previous inspection campaigns have yielded significant results. Authorities completely closed eight stations for failing to meet minimum regulatory requirements. Additionally, they partially closed 141 stations due to violations of the measurement and calibration system. Inspectors recorded over 1,900 observations and violations during these earlier campaigns.
This current campaign targets more than 913 fuel stations across 21 cities and governorates in various regions of Saudi Arabia. A dedicated team of 311 male and female monitors from 11 government agencies will conduct the inspections. Their efforts aim to enhance safety and compliance in the fuel station sector, ensuring a reliable service for all citizens and visitors.
