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FFS - Creating sustainable energy solutions for people by people.

At FFS, our vision is to provide sustainable energy solutions to both our customers and our suppliers.

We are a company that takes immense pride in our vision which is to provide sustainable energy solutions, developed by our in-house team.

History

Fuel Firing Systems (FFS) was established in 1974 by Tony and Diane Hurter in response to the energy crisis of the 1970s.

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INDUSTRIAL ENERGY

FFS supply a variety of industrial fuel oils, each with unique qualities, enabling us to provide our customers with fit-for-purpose energy solutions that ensure the best value proposition for each customer.

FFS MARINE

Internationally competitive and reliable supplier of high quality Marine Fuels and Services.

BASE OIL

Base oils are used together with additive packages to produce lubricants that are used in almost every sphere of life: automotive, marine, mining and manufacturing.

COAL DERIVED PRODUCTS

FFS is the largest producer of wood preservative Creosote in Southern Africa and we have SABS accreditation to produce SANS 616 compliant product. Our Creosote is used to protect utility and transmission poles and other timber from termite, borer and fungal attack and is specially formulated for harsher African conditions.

HYDROCARBON WASTE RECOVERY SERVICES

FFS collects and receives Used Lubricating Oils, Ship Slops and other waste oils for processing at our production facilities across South Africa. We provide a collection service directly to industry using our own fleet of specially designed road tankers and we purchase used lubricating oil from a multitude of collectors who deliver product to our collection points.

TANK TERMINALS

FFS Tank Terminals is an independent bulk liquid storage facility located in Cape Town and Durban Harbour. Our terminals receive and despatch products via vessels and road tankers. FFS Tank Terminals is permitted to store high flash products (flash point must be greater than 60.5ᵒC).

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News

Celebrating the FFS 50-year journey!

FFS celebrates 50 years in operation this year. The journey to this significant milestone is captured in a commemorative video which tells our 50-year story! Click on the link to view the video: https://youtu.be/EIofd_9x2p8

FFS is honoured to have collaborated with Kinetiko Energy on a proof-of-concept onshore gas-to-power initiative in Amersfoort, Mpumalanga.

FFS is honoured to have collaborated with Kinetiko Energy on a proof-of-concept onshore gas-to-power initiative in Amersfoort, Mpumalanga. This marks a significant advancement in our journey to harness domestic gas for producing LNG, serving the power, industrial, and transport needs of Southern Africa. Our dedication to providing innovative energy solutions remains strong as we introduce

Exciting developments in the South African fuel market as FFS Refiners expands its operations!

Exciting developments in the South African fuel market as FFS Refiners expands its operations, embracing new opportunities in bitumen storage and bunkering services. With the acquisition of OTGC’s tank terminal and innovative projects at Maydon Wharf and Richards Bay, we’re setting the stage for sustainable growth and improvement of environmental standards. Celebrating 50 years of

Obituary of Mr. Tony Hurter – FFS Refiners Founder.

On October 6, 2023, Anthony George Hurter, known to all as “Tony,” passed away peacefully at home with his family at his side. He is survived by his wife of sixty-two years, Diane Christine (née Ellcock), his son, Gregg (and his wife, Allison), his daughter, Patricia (and her husband, Walter Lunsmann), and his four grandchildren

Are you aware of any unethical behaviour in the company?

Be proactive! FFS Refiners (Pty) Ltd offers a 24/7 confidential call facility enabling employees or third parties to anonymously report any suspicious or irregular activity or behaviours within the company.

CALL - 0800 204 145