A total of 9,263 inspections were conducted by the Ministry of Energy in July 2026, resulting in the detection of 964 violations.
According to SPA, the violations concerned the Law of Petroleum and Petrochemical Products and the Law on the Distribution of Dry Gas and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) for Residential and Commercial Purposes.
Detected infractions included unlicensed retail sales of LPG cylinders, transporting and selling petroleum products via unlicensed carriers, and engaging in unlicensed petrochemical or petroleum activities. Other violations involved using petroleum products for purposes other than those designated.
The ministry operates 20 inspection branches across the Kingdom that work around the clock to handle emergency cases and ensure prompt follow-up. These inspections are intended to curb unlawful practices, protect the market, and ensure the reliability and security of petrochemical and petroleum supplies.
Consumers can report observations via the Tawakkalna application, the Taqa Partner Services application on Google Play and the Apple App Store, or by calling the toll-free Beneficiary Services Center at 1914.
How many inspections did the Ministry of Energy perform in July 2026? The Ministry of Energy’s inspection teams carried out 9,263 inspections during July 2026. These efforts resulted in the detection of 964 violations related to the Law of Petroleum and Petrochemical Products as well as the Law on the Distribution of Dry Gas and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) for Residential and Commercial Purposes.
What types of violations were identified during the July inspections? Violations included engaging in unlicensed petrochemical or petroleum activities and the unlicensed retail sale of LPG cylinders. Additionally, inspectors found cases of transporting and selling petroleum products through unlicensed carriers and the use of petroleum products for purposes other than those for which they were designated.
How can consumers report violations to the Ministry of Energy? Consumers can report observations by calling the toll-free Beneficiary Services Center at 1914. Alternatively, reports can be submitted through the national Tawakkalna application or the Taqa Partner Services application, which is available on the Google Play and Apple App Store.