Gasoline vendors in Greece are preparing for possible mobilizations as they advocate for regulatory changes to the pricing structure of gasoline. The Greek Federation of Gasoline Vendors recently convened an extraordinary general assembly where they decided on this course of action in light of an upcoming meeting with Development Minister Takis Theodorikakos. While the federation did not specify how the mobilizations would take shape, their demand focuses on excluding VAT from the price cap intended to ensure the viability of their businesses.

The current price cap on the gross profit margin for gasoline stations and oil trading companies has been deemed unsustainable by these vendors. They seek to address the issue at the price ceiling, requesting that the government allow gross profit margins to be set at a rate without including VAT, specifically asking for the cap to be pegged at €0.12 per liter minus tax. They argue that this adjustment would protect their operations and ensure better financial health amid rising costs in the petroleum industry.

The meeting with Minister Theodorikakos, scheduled for March 19, is viewed with optimism by the federation. Members believe there is a potential for productive dialogue that might lead to favorable adjustments in the regulatory framework governing fuel pricing. As the economic pressures mount on gas stations, the outcome of this meeting could have significant implications for the industry's future in Greece, highlighting ongoing tensions between business viability and government regulation in the fuel sector.