ERB Takes Enforcement Action Against Six (6) Companies, Recovers Outstanding Statutory Fees Thursday, 23rd January 2025 Press Statement
Musonda Chibulu ACTING MANAGER – PUBLIC RELATIONS
ACTING MANAGER – PUBLIC RELATIONS
ACTING MANAGER – PUBLIC RELATIONS
The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has taken enforcement action against six (6) companies for breaching licence conditions and failing to pay outstanding statutory fees. These actions stem from thorough compliance audits and regulatory oversight designed to ensure adherence to the operational standards set out in the Energy Regulation Act.
Oryx Energies Limited was fined K240,000 for operating without the necessary construction permits, a violation of Section 22 of the Energy Regulation Act. This penalty covers four sites, with a fine of K60,000 applied to each. Adherence to permitting processes is vital for ensuring safe and authorized operations.
In addition, United Metro Energy was fined K75,000 for operating without a licence, in violation of Section 10 (1) of the Energy Regulation Act. Operating without a licence is a serious regulatory breach, jeopardizing both industry standards and public safety.
Rubis Energy, located in Kalingalinga, faced enforcement action due to alleged fuel contamination, breaching Clause 7.7 of the Quality Control and Monitoring Guidelines. The company was fined K60,000. Ensuring fuel quality compliance is essential for consumer safety and trust.
Harvest Group of Companies, Twin Palm was reprimanded for failing to implement a satisfactory and well-documented complaints handling procedure. The company was instructed to provide a response on why further enforcement action should not be taken against them.
Apex Energies Limited and Ravasia Motors were found to have outstanding statutory fees of K9,851.04 and K111,490.94, respectively. Following enforcement measures for debt recovery, both companies settled their dues in full.
The ERB remains steadfast in its commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety, operational efficiency and regulatory compliance in the energy sector. These enforcement actions underscore the ERB’s determination to ensure that all licensed entities comply with their licence conditions and operate within the framework of the Energy Regulation Act.
The Board also encourages the public to report any concerns related to energy products and services provided by any licensee through the ERB Toll-Free Line at 8484. -Energy Regulation Board
