Viva Energy announced a record profit for the first half of 2026, driven by strong refining margins and a reduction in debt. Similarly, EOS also reported a record profit for the same period, attributed to a surge in demand for counter-drone technology.
A significant fire erupted at one of Australia's key oil refineries in Geelong, leading to a complete shutdown of production. The incident, which burned for hours, is expected to impact the nation's petrol supplies and potentially cause price spikes.
Viva Energy, one of Australia's largest refiners, anticipates its refinery output will recover to 90% capacity within the coming weeks, signaling improved operational stability.