Service the key as Scania extends its presence in the fuel supply industry
Scania is continuing to develop its presence in the UK fuel supply industry with the recent introduction of a total of more than 100 new Scania fuel tankers into service. All these vehicles are now being maintained by the Scania UK dealer network, which provides a full range of specialist tanker support services covering both the trucks and their tanker bodywork/trailers, including all safety inspections and certification. The breakdown of the deliveries, and the equipment being maintained by Scania, is as follows: -37 petroleum tractors with tanker trailers for ASDA -3 petroleum tractors with tanker trailers on the road as a new initiative with Eddie Stobart Ltd. -23 petroleum tractors and tanker trailers for Wm Morrison Supermarkets with a further 22 now on order -16 petroleum tractors for BP Fuels -5 tractor units for CONOCO -17 rigid tankers for Humberside-based Rix Petroleum "The reason more and more fuel supply operators are turning to Scania is that we are able to provide a comprehensive one-stop service covering vehicle supply and maintenance for both our Petroleum Regulations trucks and the tanks they haul," comments Mark Grant, Aftersales Director for Scania (Great Britain) Limited. "This service is delivered via our nationwide network of specialist ADR/Petroleum Regulations service centres, which provide not only the truck-related repair and maintenance services you would expect from Scania, but also a complete tanker support service. "This extends to all mandatory safety examinations - including two-yearly vapour tightness testing and the mandatory three-yearly leak-proof tightness test - as well as repairs and, if required, re-tests in a single visit. Forward planning and test scheduling is all part of the service, as are pre-test examinations and rectification work. Moreover, Written Schemes of Examination can be provided in line with customer requirements. "All Scania ADR and Petroleum Regulations tanker testing is carried out in conjunction with our Competent Authority Partners and conducted strictly in accordance with the Safe Loading Pass and Health & Safety Executive codes of practice to assure operators of the best possible service and peace of mind at all times."