According to many experts, the sale of gasoline remains one of the most profitable businesses in Russia. This is facilitated by the growing demand for this type of fuel, which in turn is a consequence of the growth in the number of cars sold and the expansion of the road network. Despite the great competition in the fuel market, it is quite possible to find your niche there.
Instructions
Step 1
The first step is to decide in which direction you will build your business. If funds allow and there is some experience, then it is worth building your own gas station from scratch. This is a rather troublesome business.
Step 2
Rent a plot of land in a “brisk” place where there is a large traffic flow. The right to sell gasoline and other types of fuel in the form of a license is issued by the Ministry of Fuel and Energy.
Step 3
The next stage is the purchase of equipment. Do not rely on a minimal set of two speakers and a computer. On a busy highway, you must have at least 4 speakers. In addition, it is necessary to lay and equip access roads, build a room for the operator and purchase containers for fuel. In the future, if the business starts to generate good income, you can think about a small shop, a car wash and even a car repair shop.
Step 4
Another way that gasoline sellers choose is franchising. In the absence of sufficient funds, an entrepreneur can use an already well-known brand such as LUKOIL or TNK. This path seems to be the most promising, since all large companies are interested in expanding their network of filling stations. By the way, a franchise agreement with such a company does not exceed $ 800 per year.
Step 5
It is very important that your gas station is within reach of a company-owned tank farm or refinery. A very simple calculation - the farther the fuel is transported, the more expensive it is, the greater the risk of interruptions in delivery. From the owner of a gas station, working "under the wing" of a well-known company, scrupulous observance of its requirements is required from the size and color of the sign to the uniform of the personnel.
Step 6
For the business to be as profitable as possible, establish close relationships with suppliers - a tank farm or an oil refinery. The more solid the supplier, the more likely it is to negotiate favorable wholesale prices and regularly receive high-quality gasoline.
