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Ever pulled up to a service station and wondered how fuel is priced? Most people know that the petrol price changes every month and that petrol is a bit more expensive inland, than it is at the coast. Most of us also understand that diesel works in a similar way.

But how, exactly, does it all come together?

With the recent dire fuel constraints, have you ever wondered how fuel is supplied into the South African market?

South Africa has a bit of a mixed bag in terms of how its market is supplied. Here are the 4 things you should know about how diesel and petrol is supplied in South Africa.

Reliable access to fuel is critical to our service delivery. Without it we are incapable of meeting our service agreements." Delayed deliveries result in problematic downtime, leading to both a loss of productivity and unnecessary costs, due to machines and maintenance personnel left idle for several days in remote locations. Consequently, Plasser South Africa began researching alternative fuel suppliers.

Gulfstream’s ability to ensure security of supply and deliver quality fuel products to the most remote locations imaginable, enables Plasser South Africa to ensure the smooth and seamless operation of South Africa’s railway transport system.