BPCL Ready for Possible Ethanol Blend Change, Logistics Remain Manageable

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited assured stakeholders that its infrastructure can accommodate a shift from the current E20 blend to any other approved mixture, should the government decide to revise the ethanol policy.

The company highlighted that its storage terminals, pipelines, and retail network are built to handle multiple grades of gasoline. Nevertheless, Khanna warned that simultaneously supplying E20 and a new low‑ethanol grade would increase operational complexity.

"The transition would not create a logistical crisis, but we must be prepared for the added burden of storing, transporting and dispensing an extra grade of fuel," he noted.

In addition to logistical aspects, BPCL stressed the importance of maintaining fuel quality and ensuring that any new blend meets the stringent standards set by the automotive industry.