VIVO ENERGY KENYA RESPONSE TO SOCIAL MEDIA CLAIMS ON SHELL V-POWER
Nairobi- Vivo Energy Kenya, the exclusive distributor and marketer of Shell fuels and lubricants in Kenya, is committed to delivering high-quality products that meet and exceed industry standards.
Following recent social media claims questioning the quality of Shell V-Power at select Shell service stations, we immediately commissioned independent tests through Intertek Testing Services, a globally accredited laboratory. The results confirm that Shell V-Power in Kenya fully meets its intended Research Octane Number (RON) of 95, reaffirming the high standards we uphold across our network.
Below are the findings.
| Shell Service Station Name |
Product sampled | Time and date sampling was done | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Limuru Road Service station | Shell V-Power | 03 Feb 2025 12:36 | 95.1 |
| Woodridge service station | Shell V-Power | 03 Feb 2025 11:25 | 96.0 |
| Lavington service station | Shell V-Power | 03 Feb 2025 11:38 | 95.9 |
| St Austin service station | Shell V-Power | 03 Feb 2025 13:04 | 95.7 |
| Argwings Kodhek | Shell V-Power | 03 Feb 2025 13:04 | 95.7 |
| Kilimani service station | Shell V-Power | 03 Feb 2025 13:05 | 95.9 |
Click here for the intertek results and findings: Shell Kenya Facebook
Our rigorous quality assurance process
Shell V-Power is imported exclusively via designated cargo ships with certified RON of 95, a refinery property that cannot be altered.
Upon arrival in Kenya our fuel undergoes independent laboratory testing to verify its quality before distribution. Beyond this, we implement multi-layered quality control at every stage:
- Daily ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratory testing at our depots before fuel is loaded onto delivery trucks.
- Pre-offloading quality checks at Shell service stations for all deliveries, to verify compliance before dispensing.
- Daily tests for water content, density, appearance, and colour at both depots and at every Shell service station safeguard consistency and purity of our products.
As a leader in fuel quality assurance, Vivo Energy Kenya has made significant investments in RON testing machines at both our Nairobi and Mombasa laboratories, ensuring our products consistently meet the required standards. Additionally, our Mobile Testing Laboratory travels across the country, conducting independent spot tests at Shell service stations nationwide to uphold our stringent standards.
Commitment to our customers
We take immense pride in supplying Shell V-Power as a premium fuel in Kenya, and we remain committed to maintaining its quality exactly as promised. Our customers can trust that every drop of fuel from Shell service stations has undergone the most rigorous checks to guarantee safety, efficiency, and performance.
At Vivo Energy Kenya, we value the trust our customers place in us and remain dedicated to delivering high-quality products and services that power our customers and drive the economy forward.
Managing Director
Vivo Energy Kenya