Automatic fuel adjustment (AFA) replaces ICPT
For more information, visit www.mytnb.com.my/tariff By SINAR DAILY REPORTER
21 Jun 2025 07:15pm
This mechanism replaces the Imbalance Cost Pass-Through (ICPT).
The Automatic Fuel Adjustment (AFA) mechanism is a more accurate process for determining fuel costs based on current market fuel price projections.
This mechanism replaces the Imbalance Cost Pass-Through (ICPT).
For more information, visit www.mytnb.com.my/tariff
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