VINLEC announces increase in fuel surcharge as fuel prices rise globally 

By Admin. Updated 3:44 p.m., Monday, April 20, 2026, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4). 

The St. Vincent Electricity Services Limited (VINLEC) has announced an increase in the Fuel Surcharge rate to be applied to bills for April 2026, a fuel prices rise, globally.

In an April 20 press release, the state-owned company VINLEC which is the sole commercial supplier of electricity in St. Vincent and the Grenadines said the new rate is $0.6650 per kWh, up from $0.5490 in the previous month.

“This represents an increase of $0.116 per kWh. The adjustment reflects higher fuel costs on the international market, coupled with reduced electricity generation from renewable energy sources,” the company said.

VINLEC said “customers are reminded that the cost of fuel used to generate electricity is based on international market prices. These prices continue to be affected by ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which has contributed to higher fuel costs worldwide. The Fuel Surcharge rate is a pass-through charge used to recover the cost of fuel required for electricity generation. VINLEC does not profit from this charge.”

VINLEC said it remains committed to providing customers with a safe and reliable electricity supply. Customers are encouraged to continue practicing conservation methods where possible, to help mitigate the impact of increased fuel costs on their bills. Customers seeking further information are encouraged to contact the Customer Services Department via email at [email protected], telephone 456-1701 Ext. 237, 238 or via Facebook – facebook.com/VINLECSVG.

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