JET has extended its presence in north‑east Scotland with two newly rebranded forecourts now supplied by Highland Fuels under its authorised retail distributor arrangement with Phillips 66 Limited. The sites — Drum of Wartle near Inverurie and Craigellachie in Moray — strengthen the brand’s reach across Aberdeenshire and Speyside.
Local offers reshaped around community and passing trade
Drum of Wartle marks the network’s first JET branded outlet in Aberdeenshire. The rural site on the A920 was taken on earlier this year by Buccaneer Fuels Limited and has been enlarged to host a bigger Premier convenience store. The upgrade aims to serve both local residents and motorists with an improved shopping and food‑to‑go offer.
Craigellachie becomes the second JET outlet in Moray. Positioned in the heart of the Speyside whisky region, the site caters for residents and visitors alike and includes a number of modern forecourt amenities:
- Large Londis convenience shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pay‑at‑the‑pump facilities for out‑of‑hours refuelling
- A 50kW EV charger
- Modern car valet service
Why operators switched
Both sites switched to the JET network from a previous supplier, Gleaner, the operators said. The decision was informed by a combination of competitive supply terms, dependable day‑to‑day service and belief in the visibility and strength of the JET name as part of their forecourt proposition.
"One of the best decisions the business has made,"
The comment came from Colin White, Director of Craigellachie Filling Station, who described the move to JET through Highland Fuels as delivering straightforward, reliable service from the outset. No further financial details or supply terms were disclosed.
What it means locally
For drivers and local communities the rebranding brings a more recognisable fuel brand and, in these examples, enhanced retail and EV charging provision. At Drum of Wartle the enlarged Premier store indicates an attempt to boost convenience and food‑to‑go sales, while Craigellachie’s combination of well‑known retail and coffee operators alongside a 50kW charger targets both everyday and tourist demand in Speyside.
| Site | Location | Notable features |
|---|---|---|
| Drum of Wartle | Near Inverurie, Aberdeenshire | Expanded Premier store; rural A920 forecourt |
| Craigellachie | Craigellachie, Moray (Speyside) | Londis shop, Costa Coffee, 50kW EV charger, pay‑at‑pump, valet |
Operators and Highland Fuels present the changes as part of a wider effort to align branded fuel supply with local retail offers. For motorists this can mean improved forecourt services and, where provided, electric vehicle charging infrastructure. For local businesses it brings the benefits and expectations associated with a national fuel brand and the logistical support of an authorised distributor.
Further details on how the new arrangements will affect prices, staffing or long‑term investment at these sites were not published.
