Missing oil probe widens in SouthThe Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has stepped up efforts to verify 57 million litres of missing oil in Surat Thani by examining transport records, vessel routes and possible ship-to-ship transfers at sea. They found that the number of vessel routes increased from 96 to 99, prompting investigators to match the routes to oil deliveries and vessels. A day earlier, he said the missing fuel had been unloaded from tankers onto smaller vessels. Pol Lt Gen Rutthapon said investigations are ongoing to determine if the missing amount may reach up to 70 million litres. Pol Lt Gen Rutthapon said it remains unclear whether they are still in Thai waters or have anchored elsewhere.

Source: Bangkok Post April 08, 2026 02:51 UTC