Vivo Energy, the company that distributes and markets Shell branded fuels and lubricants in 16 African countries, has today launched an eco-friendly heavy fuel oil for manufacturers who use boilers in their operations. The new fuel oil, which will be known as Shell Fuel Oil Plus will enable manufacturers improve their boiler efficiency, lower their plant running and maintenance costs and lower their impact on the environment due to lowered carbon dioxide emissions to the environment.
This is a premium product that the company is adding to its portfolio and it’s designed to help fuel efficiency. Shell Fuel Oil Plus also burns better than regular fuel oil.
Shell Fuel Oil Plus is designed to improve fuel efficiency by up to 3%, lower emissions and black smoke by up to 70%, reduce maintenance expenses, increase equipment reliability, and lower Carbon dioxide emissions.
Speaking at the launch of the new oil at the Serena Hotel, The Managing Director Vivo Energy Uganda Hans Paulsen stated that the company is cautious about what is emitted to the environment, thus the efforts to develop Shell Oil Plus – an advanced fuel oil that reduces fuel-related emissions such as black smoke, soot and carbon dioxide.
“Through years of research and worldwide testing, we have developed an advanced fuel oil that burns better and cleaner, giving our industrial consumers the fuel that they need for their operations and for the assurance of a cleaner environment.” He added.
He continued to note that Fuel oil never burns completely and with time, industrial equipment can become less reliable as the build – up of deposits can lead to efficiency loss or costly maintenance and that Vivo Energy Uganda, is committed to ensuring that these deposits are properly managed and the environment is protected.
Hans further stated that Vivo Energy Uganda is keen on advancing its products to give a better experience for the Ugandan market as manufacturers embrace Shell Fuel Oil Plus, which is now available countrywide.
“This fuel has been on the market, on order by a few customers, with Nile breweries limited as one of our current customers consuming Shell Oil Plus, and we are here today to announce to you that Shell Oil Plus is available to all other potential consumers such as Century bottling company, Mukwano industries, Bidco Uganda, Pearl Diaries, Crown beverages and Uganda breweries among others.” Concluded Hans.
Other countries that are already using Shell Fuel Oil Plus include China, Malaysia, Mauritius, Philippines and Thailand.
