"This agreement with ConocoPhillips is a huge step forward for the U.S. propane engine fuel industry," said Curtis Donaldson, CleanFUEL USA's founder and CEO. "With support from an energy company, the industry can start to overcome the infrastructure challenge that has once been a sticking point for fleet managers and automotive OEMs considering propane for its inherent advantages. We look forward to working with ConocoPhillips to expand the distribution of propane, leveraging its established infrastructure footprint."
Propane is an alternative fuel with lower greenhouse gas emissions than gasoline or diesel. Reliable propane engine performance and maintenance has been proven by using new technology developed from both Ford/Roush and General Motors (GM), which uses the CleanFUEL liquid propane injection (LPI) system. Both Ford/Roush and GM are developing additional propane engine platforms in 2009.
"CleanFUEL USA is a leader in propane engine technology and the installation of alternative fuel infrastructure," said Chris Conway, president Americas supply and trading for Houston-based ConocoPhillips. "The company's expertise complements ConocoPhillips' strengths in propane supply and relationships with branded fuel marketers to ensure that we meet the market's growing need for propane. Through this collaboration our branded marketers can participate in expanding their fuel offering and providing a solution for this growing customer base."
Georgetown, Texas-based CleanFUEL USA is a manufacturer of certified and approved alternative fuel dispensing equipment for both propane and E85. The company distributes original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and aftermarket propane engine fuel systems, fleet management network services and associated technical support, training and fuel contract services.
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