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Petroleum

Fuelled by experience. Driven by people.

RD Petroleum has grown into a trusted South Island fuel partner for farms, homes and businesses.

Today we operate fuel sites across the South and supply bulk fuel, home heating diesel, lubricants, fuel storage products and aviation fuel - supported by a practical, customer-first team known for timely deliveries and straight answers.

We Move With You

At RD Petroleum, we’ve been powering New Zealand communities for years, delivering fuel, products, and services that keep people moving, literally and figuratively. Our journey began with a simple purpose: to provide reliable, high-quality fuel and support to the people and businesses who drive our country forward.

“We Move With You” is more than a tagline, it’s a promise. It reflects our commitment to being there when it matters, whether it’s helping a farmer keep machinery running, supporting transport fleets, or fueling the everyday journeys of our communities. We grow alongside our customers, adapt to their needs, and drive innovation in every service we provide.

Every interaction, every delivery, and every solution we offer is guided by our core values of Reliability, Consistency, and Community Focus. They shape our culture, guide our decisions, and define how we show up for the people who rely on us.

Brand Story

RD Petroleum was founded on a commitment to reliable service, quality fuel, and supporting the communities we operate in. Built on hard work and long-standing relationships, we’ve grown into a trusted name that stands for more than fuel, it stands for consistency, care, and keeping the South Island moving.

2005

Humble Beginnings

RD Petroleum began with a simple goal , to provide reliable fuel supply and genuine service to communities across the South Island.

2015

Steady Growth

From our early operations, we expanded our services, strengthened our network, and built a reputation for dependability, trust, and strong customer relationships.

2025

A Future Fueled by Innovation

As we continue to grow, we’re committed to evolving with our customers’ needs, investing in new technology, improving our services, and delivering smarter, more efficient fuel solutions for the future.

Our focus is simple:

We’re investing in clearer communication, a smoother online onboarding experience, and systems that make ordering and delivery easier across farms, transport fleets, commercial sites and aviation operations.

The goal isn’t just growth. It’s raising the standard for bulk fuel delivery in the South Island - better coverage, stronger logistics, and a team that understands how this region actually works.

Our Company Values

Our core values are the foundation of RD Petroleum, they shape our culture, guide our decisions, and influence every customer and community interaction.

Latest News from RDP

Why You Should Use Diesel For Your Home Heating

In New Zealand, heating with diesel becomes more popular every day. Using diesel for home heating can be a smart choice depending on your location, budget, and needs. Here are several reasons why youRead more

Benefits Of Bulk Fuel For Farms And Businesses

Many farms and businesses are turning to bulk fuel as a cost-effective way to manage fuel expenses. Purchasing in bulk often provides advantages in both price and efficiency. Trusted suppliers like Read more

RDP Sponsoring the Coastal Clean-up on Stewart Island

RD Petroleum are happy to have supported the coastal clean-up on Stewart Island. A volunteer from RDP, Bryce went down and took part in the clean-up. The team cleaned up the beaches from Doughboys toRead more

Principal Partner to Warbirds Over Wanaka

RD Petroleum is proud to announce we are now a Principal Partner with the Southern Hemisphere’s largest Warbirds airshow – Warbirds Over Wanaka. Air BP was the previous partner of the Airshow forRead more

Introducing RD Petroleum Alexandra

Our new fuel site in Alexandra has been popular with locals. The petrol station has 91,95, AdBlue and diesel. Plus, it’s a truck stop with high-flow pump. Fuel is available 24/7 with anRead more

Get diesel delivered by our home heating truck in Golden Bay, Nelson & Blenheim

Our mini-tankers are becoming an increasingly common sight around the South Island as our home heating diesel service continues to grow in popularity. We now have a dedicated truck servicing GoldenRead more

Keeping Kiwis in the air with new aviation fuel sites & upgrades

We’re big on helping kiwis have better access to aviation fuelling locations, with better technology, and more convenient sites, so that they can concentrate more on their time in the air -Read more

Lumsden is now open, just in time for summer

RD Petroleum recently opened a self-service petrol station at Lumsden which is well suited to trucks and large vehicles, with two high-flow pumps, 91, 95, AdBlue and diesel. We had an open day withRead more

RDP are helping to Support Local in North Canterbury

At The Grampians farm in Culverden, North Canterbury, Jono and his family produce outstanding merino wool and are passionate about traceability. Jono’s wife Sarah says, “We aim to provideRead more

Supporting Local on the West Coast

Photo is landing on the Fox Neve 6500 ft with snow capped Mount Tasman (3497m ,11473 ft) standing tall and proud in the back groundRead more

Continued Momentum for RD Petroleum

While we’ve seen some industries slow, RD Petroleum has kept moving. Our online application process and handy app has seen more customers signing up for our services, with our competitive homeRead more

RDP Supporting Cole Scammell Racing

One of RD Petroleum’s Territory Manages, Peter McCallum, just received a great success story and thank you from Cole Scammell Racing, who we helped sponsor for 2019/2020. Some of our customersRead more