The United States Coast Guard is working with the American Samoa government to improve the delivery of petrol to Manu'a in a safer and more efficient manner.
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Up to now 208 litre drums are used to transport fuel to the outer islands but the Coast Guard's Al Blaisdell said they were hoping to use a proper fuel tank which can be lifted by crane on and off boats going to Manu'a.
The capacity of the fuel tank is more than 3,800 litres.
This should ensure a steady supply of petrol for the Manu'a islands.