•Diesel to Cost AED2.90 per Liter from February 8, 2015

•15 Fils per Liter Reduction Effected

Abu Dhabi-UAE: 07 February, 2015 - ADNOC Distribution has reduced the price of diesel across all its service stations in the Northern Emirates, including Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah.

Effective from February 8, 2015, the price of diesel has been brought down to AED2.90 per liter from the earlier charge of AED3.05 - a reduction of 15 fils per liter.

Khalid Hadi, Vice President Marketing and Corporate Communications at ADNOC Distribution, said: "The reduction in diesel price reflects the ongoing changes in the global price of oil. We have also taken into account the demand of the local market as part of our priority to serve the interests of our consumers better. ADNOC Distribution's decision to effect the price change will also contribute to strengthening the competitiveness of the business sector in the country, specifically in the Northern Emirates."

Hadi added: "ADNOC Distribution will continue to explore opportunities to retail products and services at affordable prices in order to provide a seamless experience to our customers at our network of service stations."

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About ADNOC Distribution
ADNOC Distribution Company was established in 1973 as the first company owned by Abu Dhabi government specialized in the marketing and distribution of petroleum products in the United Arab Emirates.

ADNOC Distribution operates a vast network of service stations and convenience stores.  These stations are equipped with the most advanced technology for fuel, automated car wash and vacuuming, lube bay and tire repair.

 In addition, aviation refueling services, ships bunkering along with production of a range of ADNOC lubricants are marketed locally, and exported across the GCC markets, Middle East, the Far East, Africa and Europe.

Moreover, ADNOC Distribution had adopted a pioneer project and an ambitious plan to introduce Natural Gas as an alternative fuel for Vehicles in the UAE. The initiative comes as a part of its efforts to support sustainable development. ADNOC Service Stations provide Natural Gas fuel, petroleum products and conversion service for a cleaner and safer environment.

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ADNOC Distribution
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Email: ashraf.abdullah@adnoc-dist.ae

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