UAE Launches Seventh National Campaign to Strengthen Fuel Station Safety
UAE launches seventh National Fuel Station Safety campaign covering more than 800 stations until August 31, 2026, to raise awareness and reduce refuelling risks.
The UAE has launched the seventh edition of its National Fuel Station Safety campaign to boost fuel station safety across the country. The campaign, led by the Joint Committee for Security and Safety under the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, runs until August 31, 2026 and targets all visitors to petrol stations. It aims to reinforce safe refuelling behaviours during the hot summer months and protect lives, property and public infrastructure.
Seventh National Campaign Launched by Ministry-Led Committee
The Joint Committee for Security and Safety, chaired by the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, announced the start of the seventh annual campaign in collaboration with the General Command of Civil Defence. Major fuel distributors including ADNOC Distribution, Emarat and ENOC are participating as operational partners. Officials described the initiative as an extension of a multi-year programme that integrates government agencies and private-sector operators to standardise safety practices.
The campaign launch emphasised a sustained national effort to make fuel station safety a routine public practice. Authorities said the campaign will use a combination of on-site messaging, staff training and public outreach to reach motorists and station personnel. The initiative is timed to address elevated risks during summer when higher temperatures can increase the potential for fuel-related incidents.
Campaign Schedule and Nationwide Coverage
Organisers confirmed the campaign will run through August 31, 2026 and will actively cover more than 800 fuel stations across all seven emirates. The outreach plan includes visible safety reminders at stations, staff engagement, and targeted communication designed to influence behaviour at the point of refuelling. Mobile and in-station materials will be deployed to maximise reach during peak travel and refuelling periods.
Authorities stressed that the broad geographic coverage is intended to reach diverse segments of the population, from daily commuters to commercial drivers and station workers. The campaign builds on established logistics and networks developed in previous years, enabling consistent delivery of safety messages across urban and remote locations. On-site enforcement and voluntary compliance measures will complement awareness activities.
Core Safety Messages for Motorists and Staff
Central to the campaign are clear behavioural instructions including switching off vehicle engines while refuelling, adhering to station safety signage, and avoiding open flames or any ignition sources. Organisers emphasised that simple preventive actions significantly reduce the probability of accidents and protect both customers and station employees. The campaign also addresses safe handling of fuel containers, mobile phone use, and safe distances from dispensing equipment.
Messages are crafted to be practical and actionable so motorists can apply them each time they refuel. Station staff will be encouraged to proactively remind customers and to follow established emergency procedures. Authorities noted that normalising these behaviours contributes to a broader culture of prevention and raises overall quality of life by lowering avoidable risks.
Partners and Stakeholder Roles
The campaign is implemented through a partnership model that brings together federal ministries, the General Command of Civil Defence, and leading fuel retailers. ADNOC Distribution, Emarat and ENOC are participating to facilitate on-site messaging and staff training across their networks. The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure coordinates policy and monitoring, while Civil Defence provides technical guidance and emergency preparedness support.
Officials said each partner has defined responsibilities: the ministry oversees campaign strategy and evaluation, Civil Defence supports safety standards and training, and fuel companies handle operational rollout at stations. This division of roles is intended to ensure consistent messaging and rapid response capability, while leveraging the logistical reach of private fuel distributors.
Measured Impact and Past Results
Organisers cited cumulative results from the previous seven editions as a justification for expanding the campaign this year. According to campaign data, more than 60 million awareness messages have been disseminated since the initiative began. Impact assessments indicate that public awareness of fuel station safety procedures has risen to 98.5 percent, a figure campaign leaders present as evidence of sustained behavioural change.
These metrics are being used to refine outreach techniques and to identify remaining gaps in compliance or understanding. Campaign coordinators said they will continue to track key indicators, including on-site adherence to safety rules and staff readiness to manage incidents. The high reported awareness rate is positioned as an outcome of coordinated messaging, repeated exposure, and industry support.
Authorities also emphasised the campaign’s role in institutionalising safe conduct as a civic responsibility. They argued that measurable rises in awareness demonstrate the value of partnerships between government bodies and private operators in promoting public safety.
The campaign’s immediate objective is to maintain the high level of awareness while translating that awareness into consistent, everyday behaviour at fuel stations. By focusing on simple, repeatable actions and ensuring that messages reach both customers and employees, campaign organisers aim to reduce the likelihood of fuel-related incidents and strengthen community resilience.
The nationwide push reiterates the UAE’s commitment to public safety standards and the continuous improvement of preventive systems at critical service points.