# Peru fuel price increases and transport strikes

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/peru-fuel-price-increases-and-transport-strikes
> Updated: 2026-08-10T23:45:59.000Z. Sources: 27. Developments: 2.

In late July 2026, fuel prices in Peru experienced significant increases, with some wholesale adjustments reaching up to 30.5%. Companies such as Petroperú and Repsol raised prices for diesel and gasohol, a trend attributed to global oil market volatility stemming from tensions between the United States and Iran.

By August 2026, these rising costs triggered widespread social unrest and transport strikes across multiple regions. In Ucayali, transport workers initiated an indefinite strike, blocking the Federico Basadre highway at several points. Protesters, including the group ‘Los Cachudos’, are demanding government intervention regarding fuel prices and regional needs, noting that prices in Pucallpa have risen from S/15 to S/20 per gallon. In response, Osinergmin conducted inspections at 63 gas stations in Pucallpa to monitor pricing and availability. While the Ministry of Energy and Mines stated that fuel supply is currently guaranteed in Ucayali, market volatility remains a concern.

In Loreto, a 48-hour strike was scheduled for August 12 and 13 as fuel prices in Iquitos reached as high as S/30 per gallon. This strike involves urban, interurban, fluvial, and mototaxi transport sectors. In Tacna, transport strikes led to the suspension of in-person classes for August 10 and 11 as a preventive measure. While some companies like Petroperú and Repsol have implemented slight price reductions for certain fuels—ranging from S/0.51 to S/0.84 per gallon—GLP prices remain unchanged. Regional volatility and road blockades continue to threaten the stability of the supply chain.

## Claims

- Transport unions and social organizations in Ucayali are protesting rising fuel prices. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Fuel prices in Pucallpa have risen from approximately S/15 to S/20 per gallon. (single source)
- In Loreto, fuel prices have reached up to S/30 per gallon. (single source)
- Protesters in Ucayali have blocked several sections of the Federico Basadre highway. (single source)
- The Regional Education Directorate of Tacna suspended in-person classes for Monday and Tuesday. (single source)
- Osinergmin inspected 63 gas stations in Pucallpa on August 10. (single source)
- The group 'Los Cachudos' joined the protests in Pucallpa on August 11. (single source)
- A 48-hour strike is planned in Loreto for August 12 and 13. (single source)
- Petroperú and Repsol have reduced fuel prices by between S/ 0.51 and S/ 0.84 per gallon, excluding GLP. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-10: Peru fuel price hikes trigger regional strikes and highway blockades

Rising fuel prices have sparked indefinite strikes and highway blockades in Ucayali and Loreto, Peru, prompting class suspensions in Tacna and increased government inspections of gas stations.

27 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ucayali-transport-strike-blocks-federico-basadre-highway

### 2026-07-24: Peru fuel prices surge up to 30% amid Middle East conflict

Petroperú and Repsol raised Peru's fuel prices by up to 30% in late July as Middle East tensions lift global oil costs; stations like one in Arequipa saw comparable weekly hikes.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/peru-fuel-prices-surge-up-to-30-amid-middle-east-conflict

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