Revenue share fuel model for fuel retailers

Fuel sales should not feel like a daily gamble. Shift fuel inventory, pricing, and supply management to World Fuel while earning under an agreed commission structure.

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Hand over fuel complexity. Keep the control that counts.

World Fuel’s revenue share model is delivered through fixed commission and split commission fuel programs. Under either structure, we own and manage the commercial fuel inventory, set the retail price, and coordinate gasoline and diesel supply logistics.

You continue to run the convenience store and earn under the agreed commission terms. The model can reduce working capital tied up in fuel, limit direct exposure to market swings, and remove much of the administrative burden associated with fuel management.

That gives you more time to concentrate on store operations, inside sales, and customer experience.

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Make fuel a traffic driver, not a profit risk

Reduce working capital tied up in commercial fuel inventory.
Limit direct exposure to changing fuel costs.
Earn through a defined commission structure.
Move retail fuel pricing and inventory management to World Fuel.
Reduce fuel-related administrative work.
Keep more attention on the inside of the store and customers.

Revenue Share Explained

What is a revenue share fuel model?

A revenue share model separates convenience store operations from fuel ownership.

World Fuel owns and manages the fuel inventory volume and value at the site, sets the retail fuel price, and manages gasoline and diesel supply logistics. You continue to operate the store and earn through either a fixed commission or split commission program.

This differs from a traditional branded or unbranded rack supply agreement. Under those models, the retailer owns the fuel, provides the working capital, and sets the retail price.

Revenue share reduces fuel inventory exposure and management responsibility. The trade-off is that direct control of retail fuel pricing moves to World Fuel. The right choice depends on whether your priority is pricing control and fuel-margin participation or greater simplicity, liquidity, and focus on store operations.

How It Works

A clear division of responsibility

The commercial agreement establishes how you earn, how payments are calculated, and which responsibilities reside with World Fuel and your business.

Before implementation, the commission structure is reviewed, agreement term, branding approach, credit card fee treatment, and any investment in branding, fuel infrastructure, equipment, or site upgrades.

Once the program begins, World Fuel manages commercial gasoline and diesel inventory, retail pricing, and supply logistics. Current offer materials specify monthly commission payments under both program structures.

You remain focused on the store, including staff, inside sales, daily operations, and customer experience.

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Business Impact

Put more of your attention inside the store

Fuel can drive traffic to the site, but owning and managing inventory also requires capital, pricing decisions, supply coordination, and routine administration.

Under the revenue share model, World Fuel assumes those fuel responsibilities. Because we own the commercial fuel inventory, you do not fund its volume and value. Automated pricing and inventory management can further reduce the work required to run the fuel side of the business.

The result is a clearer operational focus. You can spend more time on the store, staff, inside sales, and customer experience while retail gasoline and diesel supply continues under the agreed commercial model.

Fuel commission programs designed around your C-store

Compare fixed and split commission structures based on your priorities for commission certainty, margin participation, branding, and site investment.

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Your business, your way

Revenue share is one of several World Fuel commercial fueling models. Compare the options based on how you want to manage fuel ownership, pricing control, working capital, and store operations.

Own the fuel, set the retail price, and select a supply and branding structure aligned with your site.

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Fuel retailer revenue share model frequently asked questions

Review the economics, responsibilities, and long-term implications before selecting a fuel model.

Who owns the commercial fuel inventory and controls pricing?

World Fuel owns and manages the fuel inventory volume and value under both commission programs. World Fuel also sets the retail fuel price. Retailers should weigh the loss of direct pricing control against reduced inventory exposure, lower working capital requirements, and less fuel-management responsibility.

How does the fuel retailer earn revenue?

The fixed commission program pays an agreed cents-per-gallon commission. Under the current split commission structure, the retailer earns 75% of the fuel margin, and World Fuel retains 25%. A 50%/50% option is identified for agreements involving larger investment requirements. Current program materials specify monthly payments. The final agreement must define calculations, deductions, reporting, and payment terms.

Does the fuel revenue share program require a long-term agreement?

Current materials identify a 10-year term for the fixed commission program and a term of 10 years or more for the split commission program, depending on investment capital. Review investment obligations, responsibilities, renewal terms, and exit provisions before committing.

Can World Fuel support retail fuel site improvements?

The program may include capital for branding, fuel infrastructure, equipment, and site upgrades. Availability, amount, approved use, and associated agreement terms depend on the selected structure.

Are branded and unbranded commercial gasoline and diesel options available?

The fixed commission program supports branded and unbranded fuel according to current offer materials. The split commission program is identified as a branded fuel offer.

What should I review before choosing a revenue share model?

Review commission calculations, payment timing, pricing responsibilities, credit card fee treatment, investment commitments, agreement length, reporting, and exit provisions. Compare those terms with the working capital requirements, pricing control, and administrative responsibilities associated with owning fuel directly.

Turn fuel into a more predictable part of your business

Tell us about your site, current fuel model, commercial priorities, and interest in a fixed or split commission program. A World Fuel retail specialist can help you compare the available structures and understand the financial and operational trade-offs.

Retail fuel experience behind every model

With more than 40 years in business and support for 3,000+ C-stores, World Fuel brings retail experience, fuel supply capabilities, and operational support to each commercial model. Reliability you can count on, locally and globally.

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Fuel gallons delivered daily

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