Australia investigates anti-competitive behavior of fuel suppliers, involving BP, ExxonMobil, etc.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission announced on March 19 that it is investigating diesel supply practices in remote and rural areas of Australia. The ACCC has launched an investigation into alleged anti-competitive behavior by major fuel suppliers - Ampol, BP Australia, ExxonMobil Australia, and Viva Energy. The ACCC has received reports about the supply of diesel to independent wholesalers and distributors serving remote and rural areas of Australia. The investigation will assess the alleged behavior of the above companies.