{
  "id": 12860489,
  "title": "Ministry widens probe into fuel quality issue at early supply chain stage",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/08/ministry-widens-probe-into-fuel-quality-issue-at-early-supply-chain",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-08T11:49:17.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/regional/2026/10/1550736/ministry-widens-probe-fuel-quality-issue-early-supply-chain-stage"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry has expanded its probe into alleged fuel quality issues in Penang, according to reports. Penang director S. Jegan revealed the ministry had received 33 complaints so far, up from 21 previously. All complaints have been investigated by enforcement officers, with fuel samples taken from relevant parties and sent to the Chemistry Department for analysis. Jegan stated that it was premature to draw conclusions about the cause of the problem, as the ministry awaited technical findings. Enforcement officers visited a Chevron depot in Prai to conduct follow-up investigations into fuel handling and the supply chain at an earlier stage, focusing on receipt, storage, management, quality control, and distribution processes. Jegan emphasized that the visit aimed to gather facts, information, and a comprehensive technical picture before making any decisions or taking further action. The ministry noted the oil company's commitment to cooperate with authorities, highlighting that consumer interests and safety are top priorities. Consumers experiencing fuel quality issues are encouraged to report to the ministry and the oil company, while those with evidence of vehicle damage may file a claim with the Malaysian Consumer Claims Tribunal.",
  "summary": "GEORGE TOWN: The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry has widened its investigation into alleged fuel quality issues in Penang, including claims of water contamination in RON95.",
  "key_points": [
    "Ministry expands probe into fuel quality issues in Penang.",
    "Received 33 complaints, up from 21, after investigating samples.",
    "Chevron depot in Prai visited for follow-up investigations."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}