Montserrat signs 15-year fuel supply deal with Delta Petroleum

The Government of Montserrat has signed a new 15-year agreement with Delta Petroleum Limited for the continued supply of diesel, petrol, and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) to the island.

The long-term contract includes plans for a significant infrastructure upgrade and secures Montserrat’s energy needs for the foreseeable future.

According to a published release from the United Alliance Press Secretary Jenzil Skerritt, the signing took place last week, with Delta Petroleum represented by Country Manager Roslyn Cassell-Sealy and General Manager Bevis Sylvester. Under the agreement, Delta will nearly double Montserrat’s on-island storage capacity for all three essential fuels.

Government officials say this increase in capacity is expected to have direct benefits for the public. By holding more fuel locally, Montserrat will be less vulnerable to external price shocks and supply disruptions, while also creating the conditions for lower consumer costs.

Acting Premier Hon. Veronica Hector welcomed the deal, calling it both strategic and timely.