Vivo Energy Kenya has dismissed claims of selling poor-quality fuel across petrol stations in Nairobi.
Vivo Energy Kenya is the exclusive distributor and marketer of Shell products in the country.
The company in a statement on Sunday dismissed the video circulating on social media claiming random tests on petrol quality had been done on fuel from various stations.
Vivo Energy said they have stringent quality control measures in place at depots to ensure that all fuels meet the required standards.
“Our fuel imports into Kenya adhere to strict quality standards, with two standard Research Octane Number (RON) categories: Unleaded (RON 93) and Shell V-Power (RON 95),” they said in a statement on Sunday.
“Each shipment is certified at source and undergoes further rigorous testing upon arrival into the country.”
They added that they ensure all fuels meet the required standards before being distributed through our nationwide Shell service station network.
“We take these claims seriously and have initiated a comprehensive investigation, including independent laboratory testing. We will provide further updates once our review is complete.”
In a video seen by the Star, some individuals were seen allegedly testing the quality of the fuel in comparison with other fuels.
The move elicited mixed reactions among Kenyans and social media users.
Vivo Energy Kenya was established in November 2012.
Vivo Energy Kenya serves all market segments from retail to commercial customers with a full range of automotive fuels, lubricants, aviation fuels, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), and black fuels.
The company has oil storage terminals in Nairobi, Mombasa, and Nanyuki; aviation services at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Wilson Airport, Mombasa International Airport, and Malindi Airport; and a lubricating oil blending plant in Mombasa.
The company has Community Investment Programmes, aiming to create lasting social and economic benefits in the communities.
