Petrol station closures raise fuel access concerns in Monaco
By Zak Jackson, MonacoViews Editorial
The Monaco government insists it has no policy to shut petrol stations, despite recent and planned closures in the Principality.
Several petrol stations in and around Monaco have closed in recent months, some temporarily and others for good, prompting questions from residents and motorists about the future of fuel access in the Principality.
In response, the Princely Government has stated there is no deliberate strategy to reduce the number of filling stations in Monaco, and that officials remain attentive to the situation as it develops.
For drivers navigating Monaco's already tight road network, fewer stations could mean longer detours for refuelling, particularly for those relying on stations near the border with France. The government's assurance offers little detail on how it plans to address the gap left by recent closures, leaving the long-term picture for fuel supply in the Principality unclear.