Steady Increase in Total Sales
Petroleum product sales in Cyprus climbed by 4.7% in October 2025 compared to the same month last year, according to data released by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). Total volumes reached 141,540 tonnes as strong performance in several product categories underpinned the growth.
Significant Gains in Key Sectors
Marine gasoil led the charge with an impressive 101.9% increase year-on-year, reflecting robust demand in maritime operations. Other segments also enjoyed notable gains: aviation kerosene rose by 5.9%, asphalt sales surged by 44.9%, heavy fuel oil experienced a 26.8% increase, motor gasoline advanced by 4.6%, and liquefied petroleum gas saw a modest rise of 3.6%. In contrast, road diesel recorded a minor gain of 1.7%.
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Mixed Trends in the Market
Not all product lines followed the upward trajectory. Sales of light fuel oil declined sharply by 53.5%, while heating gasoil fell by 11.4%. Additionally, filling station activity contributed 61,904 tonnes of product sales, representing a 3% increase. However, a month-to-month comparison with September 2025 revealed an overall decline of 2.2%, with marine gasoil, aviation kerosene, motor gasoline, and road diesel all registering decreases.
Inventory Adjustments and Yearly Growth
At the end of October, petroleum product stocks were down by 17.6% from the previous month, highlighting a tightening in inventory levels. Despite these monthly fluctuations, the cumulative ten-month period from January to October 2025 saw a sustained 4.7% growth compared to the corresponding period in 2024, underscoring a resilient market performance.
Conclusion
The data illustrate a dynamic and evolving energy landscape in Cyprus, with substantial gains recorded in critical sectors such as marine and aviation fuels. Such trends not only bolster immediate economic indicators but also signal longer-term shifts in market demand and resource allocation.
