New fuel specifications will bring SA fuels up to European standards, with environmental and health benefits too, but could also hasten the demise of the country’s domestic refining capacity.

The petroleum specifications and standards, published at the end of August, will bring the fuel up to a Euro 5 standard, meaning it can be used in vehicles with tight emissions standards.  ..

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