Bulk distributor enters the fuel retail sector

Text by Perry Kaande

Nova Energy, a wholesaler and bulk distributor of petroleum products now has a retail footprint in the Zimbabwean fuel sector after opening a service station in Graniteside, Harare.

The company was incorporated in 2022 and quickly became a key supplier and purveyor of bulk fuel, lubricants and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). The service station, located at the corner of Seke and Cam Road began operations on the 8th of June this year and offers a variety of petroleum products, including petrol, diesel 50 and assorted oils.

“We understand that our role goes beyond just the transportation and distribution of fuel. We are a reliable and trusted supplier that offers competitive pricing for all our products and services,” chief executive officer Maxine Maparura says.

At the forecourt, safety protocols are evident and there is ample space for customer vehicles to be attended to by the friendly and friendly staff. Additionally, there is a three-bay workshop area, where it is envisaged that a fitment centre will be set up.

Directly behind the service station, there is a three-story building that previously housed a commercial bank, which will serve as Nova Energy’s head office in the near future, albeit once renovations have been completed. Currently, the headquarters are in Chisipite, with the truck yard located in Sandton.

With a five-star rating from the Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory (ZERA), customers can expect to find hygienic amenities, a convenience kiosk that sells snacks and free tyre pressure as well as the luxury of having their car windscreens cleaned while they fill up. The Nova Energy chief notes that “the company is committed to providing its customers with a high-quality experience.”

The company indicates that it intends to “increase premium energy solutions across Zimbabwe.” This expectation has already been set in motion as the process of introducing another service station in Cowdray Park in Bulawayo is at an advanced stage.

The fuel retail facility is open 24 hours a day. Its location along a busy thoroughfare between the central business district, the Graniteside industrial area, and surrounding suburbs such as Braeside and Sunningdale as well as the dormitory town of Chitungwiza put it in good stead to offer convenience.

In the instance of a power outage, the service station has a Nexus 16.2 KVA diesel 3-phase silent generator on standby. It is also anticipated that solar power will be installed in line with greening operations.

The petroleum firm points out that it is dedicated to supporting the sustainability of its local and regional industries, adding that “our role is to assist in economic growth and development through the provision of efficient and cost-effective services.”

The diversified petroleum company has operations in Zimbabwe, South Africa, and Mozambique.

The freight unit, ‘Nova Elite Logistics’ has the capability to deliver fuel across the continent. It has a fleet of 15 tanker trucks with a volume of 43 000 litres each and three rigid trucks with a carrying capacity of 20 000 litres individually. Hence, we do not foresee the fuel pumps running dry.

Nova Energy is reachable on the numbers +263 (242) 495108 / 495102, +263 8677115736 / 8677190361. Alternatively, emails may be sent to admin@novaenergy. co.zw. Physically they are located at 11 Jenkinson Road, Chisipite in Harare, on the 10th Floor of Fidelity Life Centre in Bulawayo as well as stand 193 and 194 in Sandton (Harare). In South Africa the company is situated at 11 Alice Lane, Building 3 in Johannesburg.