In response to a series of tragic LPG cylinder explosions that have claimed four lives since April, Dr. Roodal Moonilal, Minister of Energy and Energy Industries, has emphasized the urgent need for technological advancements and stricter regulatory oversight to mitigate such risks. Speaking at the American Chamber of Commerce of TT (AmCham TT) Health, Safety, Security & Environment conference on November 11, Moonilal declared that these incidents ‘must come to an end.’ He has directed the ministry to collaborate with the National Petroleum (NP) and other regulators to investigate the recent accidents and implement tighter controls. The findings from these investigations are expected to significantly improve safety practices in the use of LPG. Moonilal also announced that NP’s subsidiary operations will undergo a comprehensive review, and draft LPG regulations and licenses are in the final stages of preparation. NP has been instructed to ensure that all cylinders supplied by its subsidiary, Natpet, are thoroughly inspected for leaks or defects. Additionally, the TT Bureau of Standards is set to reconvene and advance draft national LPG standards for public comment. The minister highlighted the availability of various safety technologies, such as LPG monitoring systems that detect leaks, shut off gas supply, and provide immediate alarms, as well as blast-proof technology that can be integrated into cylinders to reduce explosion risks. NP has publicly pledged its cooperation with authorities and is currently reviewing its standards and internal processes. Moonilal questioned the underutilization of such technologies and affirmed the government’s commitment to pursuing legislative, technical, and enforcement measures to address the issue.