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For the South African energy industry to remain sustainable and prosperous, the industry is faced with addressing various challenges related to Sustainability, Ownership and Transformation. Having been through these challenges ourselves and having developed a very clear understanding of the pressures that face those working in this industry, PetroCONNECT was founded with the vision of playing a proactive role in helping all players in the industry to join forces and become empowered, so that we may collectively be part of the industry-wide solutions that are required of us all at this time.
We invest in quality research and content to educate and give guidance to all players in the industry by regularly sharing content and advice that can help demystify some of the tougher topics in the industry.
We help design long-term transformation strategies which are not only sustainable in the true sense of the word, but which are also focused on connecting the right people with each other to form mutually beneficial partnerships. We demystify legislation such as BBBEE and design holistic solutions tailored to your business.
Once the right people are connected with one another, we take on an advisory role during business transactions ensuring they run smoothly for all parties involved. Our helpful and expert advisors mentor new buyers along every step of the way in securing finance and licensing approvals, amongst many other services.
We are passionate about mentorship and skills development. PetroCONNECT Academy empowers entrepreneurs with the practical skills and business know-how to grow and become successful in this industry. We assume a mentorship role for new business owners and guide them every step of the way on their journey.
Operating a 24-hour business is no small feat. PetroCONNECT offers back-office systems and risk management solutions that can set new and existing dealers up for operational success and maximum profitability. Our systems are easy and straight-forward, helping the business owner manage cash-flow and finances in real-time from anywhere.
We believe that only by bringing everyone in the energy industry together, we can effectively lead the industry into a more prosperous and sustainable future. Contact us and we will connect you with the right people or solutions, whether you are new to the industry or if you have been in the game for many years.
As founders of PetroCONNECT, Mark and Sbonelo both have a wealth of experience in the fuel retail industry. Having been involved in operating multiple sites and corporate affairs of major oil companies, our founders have identified the unique need for PetroCONNECT’s solutions given their objective view of the industry – seeing things from both a dealer and corporate perspective. With inspirational stories to tell, Mark and Sbonelo continue to offer inspiring leadership and guidance to the PetroCONNECT team and our partners.
July 22, 2019
At PetroCONNECT we often given advice on the process of buying service stations for sale in South Africa. Whilst others perceive this process as purely a means to an end, the process of buying a service station closely links with the core purpose of PetroCONNECT to ensure for industry sustainability to empower new entrants to enter the sector, and to offer meaningful guidance in the form of training and mentorship through our academy. This blog post offers a quick how-to guide for prospective ne...
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June 27, 2019
We talk to a Readiness Programme alumni, Pat Mahlangu, about her experience on completing the PetroCONNECT Readiness Programme and why you should consider joining the programme if you’re interested in entering the fuel retail sector for the first time. Learn more about the PetroCONNECT Readiness Programme by clicking here What motivated you to attend the PetroCONNECT Readiness Programme? I was in the industry (petroleum) for many years. During those years, I was working...
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September 21, 2018
Back-office systems and forecourt solutions are the backbone of any service station. Many entrepreneurs know all too well that a successful business does not rely solely on the business owner, but instead depends on various systems and processes to maintain and grow the business. Back-office systems are crucial to a 24-hour fuel retail environment, and even of greater importance if the dealer owns multiple sites. What are the 5 most common back-office system failures?...
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July 22, 2019
At PetroCONNECT we often given advice on the process of buying service stations for sale in South Africa. Whilst others perceive this process as purely a means to an end, the process of buying a service station closely links with the core purpose of PetroCONNECT to ensure for industry sustainability to empower new entrants to enter the sector, and to offer meaningful guidance in the form of training and mentorship through our academy. This blog post offers a quick how-to guide for prospective ne...
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June 27, 2019
We talk to a Readiness Programme alumni, Pat Mahlangu, about her experience on completing the PetroCONNECT Readiness Programme and why you should consider joining the programme if you’re interested in entering the fuel retail sector for the first time. Learn more about the PetroCONNECT Readiness Programme by clicking here What motivated you to attend the PetroCONNECT Readiness Programme? I was in the industry (petroleum) for many years. During those years, I was working...
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September 21, 2018
Back-office systems and forecourt solutions are the backbone of any service station. Many entrepreneurs know all too well that a successful business does not rely solely on the business owner, but instead depends on various systems and processes to maintain and grow the business. Back-office systems are crucial to a 24-hour fuel retail environment, and even of greater importance if the dealer owns multiple sites. What are the 5 most common back-office system failures?...
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September 10, 2018
Formerly known as Task 141, the Regulatory Accounting System (RAS) in the South African fuel retail ind...
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August 06, 2018
On International Women’s Day 2018, we highlight the importance of women in the fuel retail sect...
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