Nigeria's LPG marketers push for tighter safety rules and digital controls
Nigeria's LPG marketers are calling for tighter safety rules and digital controls to ensure the industry's growth.
In Brief
- •Nigeria's LPG marketers are calling for tighter safety rules and digital controls to ensure the industry's growth.
- •The Nigerian Association of Liquefied Petroleum Gas Marketers (NALPGAM) adopted a 'Standard of Operational Excellence' with four key principles.
- •Digital technologies such as smart filling systems and automated tank gauges are being promoted to cut product losses and improve accountability.
- •Nigeria aims to increase LPG consumption to about 5 million metric tons a year by 2030.
- •NALPGAM is urging regulators and program coordinators to involve its members in LPG penetration and cylinder recirculation initiatives.
Why It Matters
The push for tighter safety rules and digital controls in Nigeria's LPG industry is crucial for ensuring the industry's growth and sustainability. By adopting a 'Standard of Operational Excellence' and promoting digital technologies, the industry can reduce accidents, improve efficiency, and strengthen public confidence. This is particularly important as Nigeria aims to increase LPG consumption to about 5 million metric tons a year by 2030. The involvement of NALPGAM members in LPG penetration and cylinder recirculation initiatives can also help widen access and promote certified local manufacturing.
Key Details
- LPG Consumption Target
- 5 million metric tons a year by 2030
- Key Principles of NALPGAM Standard
- Safe and well-maintained facilities, competent and trained operators, compliant processes, and customer protection
Context & Background
Nigeria's LPG industry has been growing, and there is a need for tighter safety rules and digital controls to ensure its sustainability and growth.
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