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PLASSER SOUTH AFRICA AND GULFSTREAM ENERGY: KEEPING SOUTH AFRICA’S RAILWAY INFRASTRUCTURE IN MOTION Supplier security and remote delivery of quality fuel products enable Plasser South Africa to ensure the smooth and seamless operation of South Africa’s railway transport system. Plasser South Africa, local partner and agent for Plasser & Theurer (recognised world leader in the design and manufacture of heavy on- track maintenance machinery), is in the business of taking care of South Africa’s railway infrastructure. From the manufacture or supply of new machines and spare parts, technical support, major component overhaul and machine refurbishment through to regular maintenance, Plasser South Africa ensures the smooth and seamless operation of our country’s railway transport system. “An essential part of our service business is the maintenance of railway lines across the country,” says Deon Hellberg, Financial Director, Plasser South Africa. Operating on three main railway lines; Saldanha – Sishen, OREX and the main line running between Johannesburg and Durban, Africa’s remotest areas. “It’s a challenging business and one which demands operational Key to Plasser South Africa’s ability to deliver uninterrupted service and maintenance anywhere they are required, is the guaranteed supply and delivery of quality fuel products. “We use on average about 40,000 litres of fuel per month, with each delivery requiring anything from 10,000 – 20,000 litres,” continues Hellberg. But the supply of fuel is a volume based business, with larger players not always able to deliver smaller quantities. Plasser South Africa found itself in the position with its current supplier not able to supply the volumes required (smaller than large industry) to the remote areas in which Plasser South Africa operates. “The consequences of this are huge,” continues Hellberg. “Reliable access to fuel is critical to our service delivery, without which we are incapable of meeting service agreements.” In addition, delayed deliveries result in problematic downtime leading to both a loss of productivity and unnecessary costs as a result of machines and maintenance personnel left stranded for days in remote locations. Consequently, Plasser South Africa began researching alternative fuel suppliers. Gulfstream Energy, supplier of quality and innovative petroleum solutions to a wide range of customers within all experience across the entire petroleum value chain, Gulfstream is known for its excellent supply reliability, fast, “After discussions with Gulfstream, we embarked on an initial test run of a few shipments after which it was appointed as our preferred fuel supplier,” continues Hellberg. With a diverse supplier network nationwide at the best price possible, critical to the smooth running of Plasser South Africa. “In addition, its excellent B-BBEE rating assists us with our own procurement and B-BBEE scorecard, another essential element,” says Hellberg. “Reliable access to fuel is critical to our service delivery” Plasser South Africa CASE STUDY Deon Hellberg, Financial Director, Plasser South Africa
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PLASSER SOUTH AFRICA AND GULFSTREAM ENERGY: KEEPING SOUTH AFRICA’S RAILWAY INFRASTRUCTURE IN MOTION
Supplier security and remote delivery of quality fuel products enable Plasser South Africa to ensure the smooth and seamless operation of South Africa’s railway transport system.
Plasser South Africa, local partner and agent for Plasser & Theurer (recognised world leader in the design and manufacture of heavy on-track maintenance machinery), is in the business of taking care of South Africa’s railway infrastructure. From the manufacture or supply of new machines and spare parts, technical support, major component overhaul and machine refurbishment through to regular maintenance, Plasser South Africa ensures the smooth and seamless operation of our country’s railway transport system.
“An essential part of our service business is the maintenance of railway lines across the country,” says Deon Hellberg, Financial Director, Plasser South Africa. Operating on three main railway lines; Saldanha – Sishen, OREX and the main line running between Johannesburg and Durban,
Africa’s remotest areas.
“It’s a challenging business and one which demands operational
Key to Plasser South Africa’s ability to deliver uninterrupted service and maintenance anywhere they are required, is the guaranteed supply and delivery of quality fuel products. “We use on average about 40,000 litres of fuel per month, with each delivery requiring anything from 10,000 – 20,000 litres,” continues Hellberg. But the supply of fuel is a volume based business, with larger players not always able to deliver smaller quantities.
Plasser South Africa found itself in the position with its current supplier not able to supply the volumes required (smaller than large industry) to the remote areas in which Plasser South Africa operates. “The consequences of this are huge,” continues Hellberg. “Reliable access to fuel is critical to our service delivery, without which we are incapable of meeting service agreements.” In addition, delayed deliveries result in problematic downtime leading to both a loss of productivity and unnecessary costs as a result of machines and maintenance personnel left stranded for days in remote locations. Consequently, Plasser South Africa began researching alternative fuel suppliers. Gulfstream Energy, supplier of quality and innovative petroleum solutions to a wide range of customers within all
experience across the entire petroleum value chain, Gulfstream is known for its excellent supply reliability, fast,
“After discussions with Gulfstream, we embarked on an initial test run of a few shipments after which it was appointed as our preferred fuel supplier,” continues Hellberg. With a diverse supplier network nationwide
at the best price possible, critical to the smooth running of Plasser South Africa. “In addition, its excellent B-BBEE rating assists us with our own procurement and B-BBEE scorecard, another essential element,” says Hellberg.
“Reliable access to fuel is critical to our
service delivery”
Plasser South Africa
CASE STUDY
Deon Hellberg, Financial Director, Plasser South Africa
“We believe in ‘making business easy’,” says Shane Jegels, Chairman and CEO, Gulfstream Energy. In addition to guaranteed delivery and competitive pricing, Gulfstream is committed to working with each customer in the manner in which they require. “In the case of Plasser South Africa, we understand that reliable access to fuel is essential to the smooth running of daily operations. To this end, we are committed to doing everything possible to ensure timeous delivery of fuel, thereby avoiding unnecessary downtime and break in productivity.”
“We have been with Gulfstream for approximately four years,” continues Hellberg. “To date, we have experienced no issues whatsoever coupled with complete transparency across daily operations.” Currently delivering approximately 40,000 – 50,000 litres of fuel per month, orders are placed 4-5 days prior to required delivery. “It’s seamless and smooth,” continues Hellberg. “Prior to delivery, Gulfstream requests GPS co-ordinates
Gulfstream one of nine companies collectively awarded the R 15.5bn Transnet contract at the end of 2013, is one of the country’s larger independent fuel wholesalers. “It’s an exciting time for South Africa’s fuel industry,
.slegeJ seunitnoc ”,seinapmoc lio regral tnemelpmoc ot elba sreyalp rellams rof seitinutroppo desaercni htiw“But as an independent wholesaler we are able to engage with each customer on a one-on-one basis, tailoring our offering to suit its individual requirements.”In the case of end user customers, such as Plasser South Africa, in addition to supplier security, competitive pricing, compliance with all HSSE regulations and B-BBEE procurement, Gulfstream provide an all-inclusive
payment options.
continues Hellberg. “Unlike bigger corporates, there is very little hierarchy with management involved in daily operational issues. We have a direct line to any member of the team, irrespective of seniority, whenever needed.”
“It’s a win-win relationship,” adds Jegels. “We look forward to working with Plasser South Africa as they service our country’s railway infrastructure for many years to come.”
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Gulfstream Energy is a supplier of quality and innovative petroleum solutions to a wide range of customers within all market sectors of the South African economy – on time, in full and at the best price possible. In existence
one of the largest independent wholesalers in the industry. Gulfstream is known for its excellent supply reliability,
competition), sees Gulfstream partnering with leading industry players in order to ensure as effective an offering as possible.
Founded with the desire to build something of their own, while simultaneously giving back to both industry and South African at large; Gulfstream, BEE Level 2, has at its heart the core values of sustainability, entrepreneurship, transformation and empowerment. Its commitment to ‘making business easy for all’ sees Gulfstream constantly seeking out new and innovative ways to ensure ease of offering and delivery across its customer base.
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