# Russian authorities optimize refinery maintenance schedules to stabilize fuel market

https://mins.news/en/item/28578

- TASS, 2026-08-21 15:41 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://tass.com/economy/2176223

> Russian authorities have ordered oil refineries to optimize planned maintenance schedules to reduce the risk of fuel shortages and distribute available supplies more evenly across regions. The cabinet also discussed measures to secure domestic supplies, maintain fair prices and improve transparency in fuel sales.

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