National oil company Petroliam Nasional Bhd has confirmed the arrival of its vessel Ocean Thunder, which brought in one million barrels of crude oil from Basrah, Iraq, as part of efforts to strengthen Malaysia’s fuel supply security amid ongoing tensions in West Asia.
The shipment is part of a wider supply strategy designed to ensure consistent fuel availability nationwide, even as global energy routes face disruptions linked to developments in the Strait of Hormuz. The company said the delivery plays a key role in maintaining stable downstream operations.
According to Petronas, the Ocean Thunder cargo also includes a portion of Malaysia’s crude oil imports that transit through the Strait of Hormuz, which accounts for about 38 per cent of the country’s total supply sourcing routes.
The company emphasised that Malaysia’s fuel requirements are supported by a diversified global supply network. This approach, it said, helps cushion the impact of regional geopolitical risks on domestic energy security.
Petronas added that fuel supply at all its stations nationwide remains sufficient and is expected to be stable through the end of June 2026, reflecting strong inventory planning and logistics coordination.
In a statement shared via its official Instagram account, the energy giant reiterated its commitment to ensuring uninterrupted fuel distribution while closely monitoring developments in global oil shipping routes.
