Nigeria’s bold ambition towards technological advancement has made further expansion into the nation’s oil and gas industry with first automated filling station operations in the country. The unmanned fillion system, which commences with 24-hour services this January, is a result of business partnership between one of the nation’s leading downstream petroleum marketing companies, AA Rano and a Nigerian-based technology firm, Petrosoft Limited, which specialises in the downstream oil and gas sector business management system.
The partnership will see Petrosoft Limited deploy fully automated, unmanned fuel stations across AA Rano Nigeria networks, marking a significant milestone in the digital transformation of Nigeria’s energy retail sector.
Redefining the fueling experience for Nigerian consumers by introducing 24/7 self-service capabilities, the system promises to eliminate human error and ensure 100 percent transparency in every liter dispensed. By leveraging Petrosoft’s indigenous cutting-edge technology, AA RANO said it was now positioned to lead the market in operational efficiency and customer-centric innovation. Petrosoft, being a premier provider of downstream oil and gas technology solutions, will deploy its proprietary SmartPump technology to power these facilities.
The technology firm is to fully integrate systems that allow for self-service refueling, contactless payments, and real-time dispenser control, ensuring that customers get exactly what they pay for. It is also to bring about corporate fuel management with specialised solutions for corporate fleets fueling with automatic vehicle identification, enabling businesses to manage fuel spend with absolute transparency, preventing unauthorised usage and streamlining reconciliation.
Petrosoft will equally take inventory with tank monitoring, as well as advanced Automatic Tank Gauging (ATG) and cloud-based monitoring to prevent fuel theft, track leaks, and ensure optimal stock levels across all locations. Giving highlight on the partnership and operational efficiency of the system, General manager for Retail at AA Rano, Mr Mohammed Sule, said: “Our commitment to excellence and innovation led us to Petrosoft.
“By introducing unmanned, automated stations, we are not just adopting technology; we are setting a new standard for reliability and speed in the Nigerian downstream sector. This project ensures our customers can fuel up at any time with total confidence.” Also, the chief executive of Petrosoft Limited, Dr Joshua Denila, said “we are proud to partner with AA RANO on this hist oric project. ‘Our solutions are 100 percent locally developed but meet global standards for IoT and automation.
From retail outlets to largescale corporate fueling hubs, Petrosoft’s mission is to eliminate inefficiencies and maximise profitability for operators while giving the end-user a world-class experience.”
