(Ecofin Agency) - Vivo Energy Kenya one of the country’s most sought-after fuel and lubricant brands, operating an extensive retail network has sealed a mutual interest partnership with Simba Corporation.

Vivo Energy Kenya has been retained by Simba Corp as the exclusive lubricants supplier for the upcoming Simba Corporation Westland’s Service Centre.

The company projects that the facility will provide a supply opportunity for more than 100,000 litres of assorted Shell lubricants and automotive oils.

Meanwhile, the two firms have also declared the unveiling of the Simba-Shell Fuel Card, a co-branded, value filled loyalty card for customers who purchase vehicles from Simba Corporation. Customers taking delivery of a new car from Simba Corporation's automotive subsidiaries will also receive a complementary Simba-Shell Fuel Card, loaded with a credit value to fill their fuel tanks.

Speaking at the signing ceremony, Vivo Energy Kenya Managing Director, Polycarp Igathe, told allafrica.com that the partnership has been encouraged by the firm's commitment to maintain world-class business management principles. He further noted that by adopting a Simba Corp operating lease product for its staff Vivo Energy Kenya will enjoy significant cost benefits as well as providing the two firms with a convenient platform to enhance their customer loyalty reward offering.