AA Rano Nigeria, a major player in the country’s downstream petroleum sector, has announced the launch of Nigeria’s first fully automated and unmanned fuel stations, signalling a significant leap in the digital evolution of fuel retailing.
The development is the result of a strategic partnership between AA Rano and Petrosoft Limited, a Nigerian technology company known for its downstream oil and gas management solutions. Through this collaboration, Petrosoft will roll out its automated fuel station technology across AA Rano’s retail outlets nationwide.
In a statement released on Tuesday, the company revealed that the unmanned stations are expected to become operational in January 2026. The stations will provide 24-hour self-service fuelling, support contactless payment options, and feature real-time monitoring, removing the need for on-site fuel attendants.
AA Rano explained that the new stations are aimed at boosting transparency, cutting down operational inefficiencies, and ensuring customers receive the exact volume of fuel they pay for.
Commenting on the initiative, the General Manager, Retail at AA Rano Nigeria, Mohammed Sule, said the move underscores the company’s commitment to innovation and improved service delivery in a highly competitive market.
“Our commitment to excellence and innovation led us to Petrosoft. By introducing unmanned, automated stations, we are not just adopting technology; we are setting a new standard for reliability and speed in the Nigerian downstream sector. This project ensures our customers can fuel at any time with total confidence,” Sule said.
Petrosoft Limited will power the unmanned stations using its proprietary SmartPump technology, which combines retail automation, corporate fuel management, and inventory tracking.
The system supports self-service refuelling, automatic vehicle identification for corporate fleets, and real-time dispenser control. It also includes advanced tank gauging and cloud-based monitoring to track fuel levels, detect leaks, and prevent fuel theft.
Speaking on the partnership, the Chief Executive Officer of Petrosoft Limited, Dr Joshua Denila, said the project highlights the potential of homegrown technology to solve persistent challenges in Nigeria’s energy retail sector.
“We are proud to partner with AA Rano on this historic project. Our solutions are 100 per cent locally developed but meet global standards for IoT and automation. From retail outlets to large-scale corporate fuelling hubs, our goal is to eliminate inefficiencies and deliver a world-class experience for end users,” Denila said.
The launch positions AA Rano at the forefront of innovation in Nigeria’s downstream petroleum industry, setting a new benchmark for efficiency, transparency, and customer convenience.
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