Gilbarco Veeder-Root Middle East and Africa celebrates success at AfriPet 2023

The company was present at this year’s Africa Petroleum Equipment Convention alongside local retailers and distributors who gathered at the Sarit Expo Centre in Nairobi to be part of the biggest event of the East African region.

Gilbarco Veeder-Root (GVR) Middle East and Africa (MEA) was present at the return of Africa Petroleum Equipment Convention (AfriPet), East Africa leading event for the fuel retail and distribution sector. The company joined leading retailers and top suppliers to showcase its latest innovations as well as discussing the current status of the local market and how to push it forward.

Representatives of top distributors and global exhibitors gathered at the Sarit Expo Centre in Nairobi on July 18-20 to present their latest innovations and create new business relations. GVR successfully showcased its end-to-end retail solutions for forecourts and convenience stores during the convention, resulting in a remarkable contribution in line with the event’s goals.

“We had a great time at AfriPet this year, both as an exhibitor and as a contributor to the development of the local market. As the success was shared among other companies and decision-makers present at the trade show, the future looks bright for the African mobility industry,” comments Allen Youssef, Regional Marketing Manager at Gilbarco Veeder-Root Middle East and Africa.

AfriPet returned this year after a long pause due to the pandemic, celebrating its second edition to support the region’s fuel retail and distribution industries. Thanks to a triumphant return, with great outcomes for Gilbarco MEA and other exhibitors, the trade fair is on track to resume its biennial schedule and continue to foster the growth of the industry throughout the region.

“A vibrant and lively atmosphere was experienced during AfriPet’s return! Thanks to three days full of positive outcomes and interesting discussions about how to best support the local industry, Gilbarco is set to continue supporting the East African market in the coming years,” adds Vishnu Govender, Regional Director, SADC and ROSSA at Gilbarco Veeder-Root Middle East and Africa.

Gilbarco Veeder-Root MEA’s success at Afripet this year is proof of the company’s commitment with both its partners as well as the growth of the region amidst a challenging time for the African market. GVR is focused on delivering the best solutions and pushing forward each region’s sector to maintain its role as the worldwide technology leader for retail and commercial fueling operations.

About Gilbarco Veeder-Root

Gilbarco Veeder-Root is a complete fuelling solutions provider for fuel management and convenience retail store technologies. With a universal range, global reach, deep-rooted expertise, and superior customer service, GVR is committed to keeping the world moving. By understanding the challenges that its customers face, their needs are met with adaptable and expandable solutions that are designed to maximize uptime and profitability.

Gilbarco Veeder-Root is committed to keeping the world moving, to learn more visit https://www.gilbarco.com/mea.