Fuel efficiency and cost savings with Controltech

An oil refinery and logistics company implemented a fleet management system with Controltech aimed at tackling fuel theft, improving driver behavior, and optimizing fuel consumption to reduce operational costs and promote sustainability. This led to reduction in fuel theft by 4.21 %

Case Study for an Oil Company

Challenges

Fuel theft averaging 29,781 liters per month.
High accident rates increasing maintenance expenses.
Inefficient fuel consumption due to poor driving practices.
Reduced tire lifespan impacting overall operational efficiency

Solutions Implemented

Real-time tracking, restricted access, and rapid actioning on reports to curb unauthorized fuel withdrawals.
Driver Behavior Monitoring:
Fuel Efficiency Initiatives: Route optimization and scheduled vehicle maintenance enhanced overall fuel utilization.
Periodic Audits: Monthly comparisons of fuel consumption
operations. Employee Training

Results

Fuel Savings 6%: Theft reduced from 29,781 liters to 1,750 liters per month, leading to annual savings exceeding 336,000 liters.
Operational Improvements: Fewer accidents, extended tire lifespan, and lower maintenance costs.
Environmental Benefits: Reduced fuel wastage and improved sustainability efforts.
Cost Efficiency: Significant reduction in operational expenses due to streamlined processes.

Summary

Fuel Theft Trends: Theft decreased significantly from 29,781 liters in May 2024 to 1,750 liters in April 2025.

Distance Covered: Monthly travel ranged from 421,866 km to 741,676 km, indicating consistent fleet activity.

Fuel Consumption: Fleet fuel usage varied, peaking at 278,288 liters in December 2024 and dropping to 156,338 liters in March 2025.

Fuel Theft vs. Distance Ratio: Improved security and monitoring reduced the fuel theft percentage from 4.57% in May 2024 to 0.36% in April 2025, showing effective interventions