Global energy markets remain volatile, forcing regular price adjustments from regional fuel suppliers. Following the latest price notice from Islands Petroleum (IPL) dated 08th June 2026, Hi-Lift Company is adjusting its fuel surcharge structure to reflect these rising operational costs.

To maintain total transparency with our clients, this mailer outlines exactly how these changes will take effect 23rd June 2026, and how they will appear on your upcoming invoices.

Understanding the Government Fuel Subsidy Rules

We have received several queries regarding the Independent Consumer and Competition Commission (ICCC) fuel relief assistance program. It is critical to note that the state fuel subsidy is highly restrictive. Under current ICCC statutory guidelines, the government subsidy applies exclusively to retail service stations to cushion pump prices for daily motorists and public consumers.

The ICCC explicitly excludes commercial operations, mining projects, and industrial logistics sectors from this relief framework. Because commercial operations must absorb full, market-based import parity costs without any state subsidy protection, bulk fuel suppliers have updated their commercial rates, directly impacting our operational transport legs.

Immediate Changes to Your Invoicing

To ensure our billing remains straightforward while global energy prices fluctuate, we are applying this adjustment as a temporary, separate line item rather than a permanent rate change.
Effective today, your invoices will reflect the following structure:
Current Fuel Surcharge: Retained at the standard 14%
Emergency Fuel Surcharge: An additional 7% applied as a temporary line item
This brings the total combined fuel surcharge to 21%. We will maintain this dual structure temporarily until global commercial fuel prices settle.

Commitment to Transparent, Verified Rates

We understand that our corporate clients and key accounts require absolute verification for any adjustment to their logistical costs. Hi-Lift Company strictly aligns its pricing policies with official regulatory assessments and direct supplier metrics.
As part of our commitment to transparency, we have made the official substantiating documentation available for your audit. You can review the formal price adjustment details by reading the official Islands Petroleum Letter dated 08th June 2026.

Because commercial fuel pricing relates directly to adjustments from Islands Petroleum and market-based import parity costs, these rates remain subject to change. Every time our regional suppliers adjust their bulk pricing, our team will communicate swiftly and adjust the emergency surcharge line item accordingly.
We appreciate your continued partnership as we navigate these global market fluctuations together. Our team remains completely approachable and ready to assist if your account managers or finance teams require further clarification regarding these billing updates.

Do You Have Questions About Your Upcoming Invoices?
Our billing and customer service teams are available right now to talk through these changes or provide copies of verifying regulatory notices for your compliance records.
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