Downstream Customer at the Shell Retail site, Beaconsfield, UK, 2009

Do you already own a gas station or want to build one?

As an Independent Dealer, you will bring your skills, business experience, enthusiasm and commitment. Shell supplies the fuel, a proven global operating model, a comprehensive Dealer Training program, and ongoing support. In short, we will strive to grow the business together!

The Power of Shell

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Why Shell?

Moving forward together

Our Brand

  • One of the most instantly recognized brands in the world
  • More than 45,000 service stations in more than 90 countries
  • A Health, Safety, Security & Environment leader

Our Fuel and Lubricants

  • World leader in Premium fuels (V-Power) – cutting-edge fuel technologies developed with Ferrari
  • World leader in sales of branded lubricants – Pennzoil® and Rotella®* T, Quaker State®
  • Click here to learn more about our fuels

Our Loyalty Alliance

Our Marketing

  • Best-in-class national TV, radio, print, direct mail and online media advertising (Including Facebook, Twitter)

Our Support Team

  • Shell provides extensive support both on the Technical & Customer service side to make your business easy. You’re not alone.
  • Shell and its Dealers strive to deliver a consistent Customer Value Proposition every day and leverage the Shell brand to its full extent.

A New Business Opportunity

As an Independent Dealer, you will bring your skills, business experience, enthusiasm and commitment. Shell supplies the fuel, a proven global operating model, a comprehensive Dealer Training program, and ongoing support. In short, we will strive to grow the business together!

As an Independent Dealer:

  • You employ and manage your own staff.
  • Your earnings potential will depend on several factors including, but not limited to the size and offerings at your site, as well as its location.
  • Fuel is supplied to you at a predetermined price and in turn you sell the fuel at a price determined by you at what makes proper business sense in your market

The Shell Dealer

Business Investment

To brand your independently owned gas station and convenience store with the Shell brand, you must either:

  • Own or lease an existing retail gasoline facility (including building, assets and land) or
  • Own or lease a vacant property, be willing to invest capital in the construction of a new retail gasoline facility (including building, assets and land)
  • Your business investment will depend on several factors including, but not limited to the size, location and planned site offering (including size of c-store, car wash, retail operations etc).

Ideal Independent Dealer Profile

  • Committed to safety
  • Passionate about Customer Service
  • Strong capacity to interpret financial statements
  • Executes programs within guidelines and strives to exceed the standards
  • Skilled at obtaining results through others
  • Has the vision to drive growth
  • Comfortable with technology
  • Communicates well in English
  • Experience within retail petroleum industry is an asset

The Deal

  • Shell Canada does business with over 260 Dealer sites across Canada and has been doing so for many years.
  • We offer a competitive package, which includes:
  • Retailer Supply Agreement
  • Relationship is directly with Shell
  • Rebate may be offered, based on volume purchased
  • One of the most instantly recognized brands in the world
  • Dedicated Territory Manager that works with you to grow your business
  • Extensive Business Support, allowing you to focus on your business
  • Strategic partnership with AIR MILES®†, Canada’s #1 loyalty program
  • Mass and targeted marketing campaigns, directing customers to your site

Did You Know…

Shell V-Power has been Ferrari's choice for improved performance for over 60 years.

There are over 45,000 service stations in more than 90 countries

Shell in Canada Firsts

  • First national fuel company to offer TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline across Canada
  • First Canadian oil company to completely stop selling leaded gasoline
  • First toll-free telephone customer service line: the Shell Helps Centre
  • First major Canadian oil company to open a convenience food store to serve customers better
  • First Canadian oil company to sell unleaded gasoline: Shell Ultra Unleaded
  • First self service gasoline stations in Canada
  • First tunnel car washes in Canada, and still one of the largest car wash operators in the country
  • First ignition-control ingredient in gasoline: TCP