The crucial steps to supply fuel in the face of a disaster

As Cyclone Gabrielle struck Tairāwhiti, Z Energy’s (Z) communications in the area went out. Contractors and emergency services needed access to fuel to clear roads and conduct patrols for people in danger. “You need power on at the terminal to be able to get fuel off a ship, or to load fuel on to trucks. To get the communication towers up and running, you either need power, or you need fuel for the generators.”As a key lifeline utility, Z operates under the National Fuel Plan which sets out the emergency response and readiness framework for the government and fuel supply industry. Sustained road closures from Cyclone Gabrielle have created ongoing issues.