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Fuel stocks update

08 June 2026

MBIE regularly publishes the latest information on fuel stocks and shipping.

Energy Energy research and data Petroleum and minerals Energy and natural resources

First shipment of extra diesel reserves bound for New Zealand

03 June 2026

The first of 2 shipments of New Zealand’s diesel reserve is now on its way to New Zealand.

Energy Petroleum and minerals Energy and natural resources

Gas reserves decline to lowest level on record

14 May 2026

Annual petroleum reserves data released today by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) shows as of 1 January 2026 New Zealand’s natural gas proven plus probable (2P) reserves declined 23% from last year to 731 petajoules (PJ), the lowest level since recording began 20 years ago, says Amapola Generosa, Domains Manager, MBIE.

Petroleum and minerals

Changes announced to Fuel Response Plan

12 May 2026

There are sufficient levels of fuel in New Zealand, and on the way. However, it is important we plan and prepare for the unlikely event of a prolonged global fuel shortage.

Energy Petroleum and minerals Energy and natural resources

Fuel plan to protect economy amid disruption

27 March 2026

The Government has today released the Fuel Response Plan 2026 to respond to fuel supply uncertainty driven by the conflict in the Middle East.

Petroleum and minerals Energy and natural resources

Favourable conditions see hydro increase overall renewable electricity generation

11 December 2025

The September 2025 quarter saw 89.4% of all electricity generated from renewable sources, with hydro, geothermal and solar leading the charge, says Amapola Generosa, Domains Manager, Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment.

Energy Energy research and data Petroleum and minerals

Fuel security plan released

05 November 2025

The Government has published a fuel security plan to ensure New Zealanders have reliable access to fuel.

Petroleum and minerals Energy

Feedback sought on options to regulate natural and orange hydrogen

23 May 2025

The Government is seeking feedback on proposed regulatory options for the development of naturally occurring and orange hydrogen.

Energy Petroleum and minerals

Increased onshore diesel reserves to improve resilience

10 April 2025

The minimum stockholding obligation for diesel importers will increase from 21 to 28 days of cover, bolstering New Zealand’s diesel reserves and resilience to supply disruptions.

Petroleum and minerals Energy

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