中华人民共和国国家发展和改革委员会令

Core Viewpoint - The "Regulations on Fair Access to Oil and Gas Pipeline Facilities" have been approved and will take effect on November 1, 2025, aiming to enhance the efficiency of oil and gas pipeline utilization and ensure fair and non-discriminatory access for users [1][2]. Group 1: General Principles - The regulations aim to improve the efficiency of oil and gas pipeline facilities, promote stable supply, and protect the rights of both operators and users [4]. - The regulations apply to oil and gas pipeline facilities within the territory of the People's Republic of China and its jurisdictional waters, excluding urban gas facilities [4]. - Fair access is defined as the provision of oil and gas transportation, storage, unloading, and vaporization services to eligible users without discrimination [4]. Group 2: Basic Requirements for Fair Access Services - Pipeline operators are responsible for ensuring fair access and must establish systems to provide transparent information regarding services [7]. - Operators must maintain financial independence for their operations and adhere to national measurement standards [7][8]. - Pricing for services must comply with government pricing policies, and operators are encouraged to offer diverse service options based on market demand [9][10]. Group 3: Application and Acceptance of Fair Access Services - Operators must create user registration procedures that are fair and non-discriminatory [12]. - Applications from users that do not meet the criteria or provide false information will be rejected [13]. - Operators are required to allocate capacity fairly and inform users of the results promptly [10][11]. Group 4: Contract Signing and Execution - Operators must sign service contracts with users based on fair principles and cannot delay or refuse to sign without valid reasons [17][18]. - Users are obligated to fulfill their contractual duties, and any unused service capacity will be treated as a waiver [20]. Group 5: Information Reporting and Disclosure - Operators must regularly report information related to fair access, including user registration and service execution [22]. - Information must be disclosed proactively and upon request, ensuring transparency in operations [23][24]. Group 6: Regulatory Measures and Legal Responsibilities - Regulatory authorities have the right to conduct inspections and require compliance from operators [25][26]. - Violations of the regulations can lead to penalties, including fines and corrective actions [30][31]. - Users also face penalties for providing false information or failing to comply with contractual obligations [32].