Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals Company Limited has commenced the receipt of 4,000 compressed natural gas (CNG) powered trucks, which is an integral part of its fuel distribution logistics programme, is scheduled for kick off this Friday nationwide.
The initiative aims to transform the fuel distribution landscape within Nigeria by reducing logistics hiccups and enhancing supply efficiency for customers, and underscores the company’s commitment to pioneering innovative solutions to tackle the lingering challenges of petroleum products distribution in the country.
The first consignment of trucks recently parked at the refinery site in Ibeju-Lekki in the company’s plans to ensure that the timeline for rolling out the CNG product is met.
Commenting on the implementation strategy, Group Chief of Branding and Communication, Dangote Industries Limited, Mr Anthony Chiejina, stated: “The commencement of the initiative marks a groundbreaking development in Nigeria’s fuel distribution network. Given the complexities inherent in global supply chains, the delivery of these specialised CNG-powered tankers is indeed commedable. This approach ensures that we maintain operational efficiency while scaling up the fleet.
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“Our unwavering commitment to this programme is reflected in our ongoing collaboration with key regulatory bodies and stakeholders to facilitate seamless deployment. We believe this initiative will significantly lower distribution costs and improve fuel availability for our customers nationwide”, he added.
The company’s spokesperson hinted that over the next six weeks, the refinery expected at least 60 CNG trucks to arrive in the country, adding that the innovative distribution model is expected to catalyse efficiency gains in the downstream petroleum sector, foster greater transparency, reduce transportation bottlenecks, and ultimately enhance the nation’s energy security
It would be recalled that the company had in June this year hinted of its plans to invest N720 billion to deploy 4,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered trucks for the distribution of petroleum products with a potential of saving over N1.7 trillion yearly in fuel distribution costs.
This strategic programme is part of Dangote’s broader commitment to eliminating logistics bottlenecks, enhancing energy efficiency, promoting environmental sustainability, and supporting Nigeria’s economic development. Lower fuel distribution costs will reduce production expenses, alleviate inflationary pressures, and stimulate overall economic growth.
Speaking on the investment initiative by the company, Commercial Coordinator of the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI), Tosin Coker, commended the company for its pioneering drive to enhance gas-powered transportation system in the country.
He said: “Dangote Group’s acquisition of 4,000 CNG trucks is not only impressive in scale but also highly strategic. It signals to the market that CNG is no longer a distant prospect but a current, practical solution to high energy costs, emissions, and supply chain challenges. PCNGI regards this as a milestone achievement in our efforts to accelerate gas-powered transport adoption.”
