Slovnaft Operates Near Full Capacity Despite Loss of Russian Oil Supplies

Slovakia's Slovnaft refinery is producing gasoline and diesel at nearly full capacity despite being cut off from Russian oil supplies through the Druzhba pipeline. The refinery previously processed up to 60 percent of its crude oil from Russia before the pipeline shutdown forced it to find alternative sources. Prime Minister Robert Fico confirmed that "Slovnaft is slowly ramping up and going to full capacity," indicating the company has successfully adapted to operating without Russian crude oil despite never having planned to completely phase out Russian supplies. The development demonstrates Slovakia's ability to maintain fuel production independence from Russian energy sources, a significant shift given the country's previous heavy reliance on Russian oil imports through the Soviet-era Druzhba pipeline system.