Egypt-based fleet technology company Fuelin has announced a major partnership with Mastercard to digitize fuel payment management for businesses throughout the Middle East and North Africa. This strategic collaboration is set to accelerate the regional mobility sector’s transition from cumbersome cash-based processes to secure, data-driven digital transactions.
The partnership integrates Fuelin’s advanced platform, which offers real-time controls and analytics, with Mastercard’s expansive global payment network, creating a powerful solution for modern fleet management.
Integrating Global Payments with Local Tech
Through this collaboration, Fuelin will issue both virtual and physical commercial cards operating on Mastercard’s open-loop ecosystem. This move empowers fleet operators to seamlessly manage fuel expenses across a wide network of stations, breaking free from the limitations of closed-loop systems.
The solution leverages Mastercard’s advanced security features, including tokenization and contactless payments, to significantly reduce the risk of fraud and improve compliance, addressing key pain points associated with cash, vouchers, and manual expense reconciliation.
Empowering Fleet Managers with Real-Time Control
The core of the new offering is a unified dashboard that provides fleet managers with unprecedented control and visibility. Managers can authorize, cap, and monitor every fuel transaction in real time, with the ability to set specific controls for individual drivers or vehicles.
This digital-first approach eliminates the inefficiencies and potential for misuse inherent in traditional payment methods. The system also automates the reconciliation process across different fuel station networks, saving time and reducing administrative overhead.
Beyond the Pump: Enhancing Operational Intelligence
The partnership extends beyond simple payment processing to deliver enhanced operational intelligence and loyalty capabilities. Fuelin’s platform links the commercial card program to station-level promotions and a range of non-fuel services, including vehicle maintenance and quick-service restaurant options.
Furthermore, fleet managers gain valuable insights into fuel consumption patterns and can track CO₂ savings, supporting sustainability goals and enabling more reliable environmental reporting. This data-driven approach allows for better resource planning and cost optimization across the entire fleet.
Streamlining Operations for Fuel Stations
Fuel stations also stand to gain significantly from this digitization effort. The platform facilitates faster and more secure checkouts, reduces transaction errors, and improves the redemption of loyalty offers. By providing deeper insights into B2B customer demand, fuel stations can better tailor their services and promotions to attract and retain corporate clients.
About Fuelin
Fuelin is a fleet technology company providing a digital fuel management solution in the MENA region with real-time authorization and analytics. The platform is designed to help businesses control, monitor, and optimize their fuel consumption while eliminating fraud and inefficiencies associated with traditional payment methods.
Source: MEA TechWatch
