What We Do

Driving Growth and Innovation in the Forecourt Retail Industry

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Karan Retail Forecourt Service Station
11th in the UK
Top 50 Forecourts, 2023
Since 2004
First station opened in Crawley
OUR STRATEGIC PILLARS

The Principles Behind Every Forecourt We Operate

OUR MISSION

Excellence, Expertise and Innovation

What we hold ourselves to on every site we operate.

  • Commitment to excellence
  • Expertise and innovation
  • Tailored solutions for contract operators
OUR PROMISE

Quality, Value and Service

What every customer can expect from a Karan Retail forecourt.

  • Uncompromising quality
  • Affordable excellence
  • Customer-centric service
OUR VALUE

Integrity, Reliability and Responsibility

The principles behind how we work with partners and communities.

  • Transparency and integrity
  • Reliability and robustness
  • Sustainability and responsibility
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Fuel Stations

England, Scotland and Wales

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Fuel Fills a Day

Across the network

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Customers Served Daily

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Partners and Brands

Fuel, retail and services

Fuel

Fuel

Fuel

Quality branded fuel — BP, Shell and Texaco — competitively priced across our network. Find your nearest forecourt.
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EV Power

EV Power

EV Power

A growing network of EV charging points delivering fast, convenient, low-carbon power for your journey.
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Shop on the Go

Shop on the Go

Shop on the Go

Everyday essentials, groceries and top-up shopping from Londis, Budgens and Morrisons Daily — all under one roof.
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Food to Go

Food to Go

Food to Go

Freshly prepared hot drinks, snacks and meals on the move — grab quality food and go.
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Car Services

Car Services

Car Services

Car wash, jet wash, air and vac facilities to keep your vehicle clean and road-ready while you shop.
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Our Journey

Milestones in Strategic Growth

From a single service station in Crawley to 55 forecourts across England, Scotland and Wales, operating under leading fuel brands including BP, Shell and Texaco, and supported by an ever-expanding retail offering.

11th
Top 50 Forecourts
Highest ranking to date, 2023
55
Forecourt Stations
England, Scotland and Wales
50K
Customers Served Daily
As published by Karan Retail
2004
First Station
Crawley, where it all began
2004The Foundation

First Station in Crawley

Mr. Suthakaran established the first Karan Retail service station in Crawley.

2013–2014Midlands Expansion

Five New Stations and BP Sourcing

Three stations added across the Midlands in 2013, two more in 2014, and Karan Retail began sourcing fuel from BP.

2016Industry Recognition

Top 50 Forecourts Entry

Entered the Top 50 Forecourts list in 46th position and was honoured with the BP ‘Newcomer 2017’ Award.

2022New Partnerships

Five New Sites, Costa and Subway

Five new stations added, along with new partnerships including Costa and the first Subway site.

2023–PresentHighest Ranking Yet

11th in the Top 50 Forecourts

Achieved the company's highest ranking to date, 11th in the Top 50 Forecourts list, with the network now reaching into Scotland and Wales.

Top 50 Indies 2024 Recognition Badge

Recognised in the UK’s Top 50 Forecourts

Karan Retail has featured in the Top 50 Forecourts list since 2016, reaching 11th place in 2023 — the company’s highest ranking to date. Read the full story of how the network has grown.

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Across the network

Stations near the roads you travel.

55 forecourt service stations across England, Scotland and Wales — each with its own fuel prices, opening hours and facilities.
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Partners and brands

The names our customers already trust.

BPBPEssoEssoShellShellTexacoTexacoJETJETLondisLondisPremierPremierBudgensBudgensCosta ExpressCosta Express
Wild Bean CafeWild Bean Cafe
Morrisons DailyMorrisons DailyCostcutterCostcutter
Country ChoiceCountry Choice
National LotteryNational LotterySubwaySubway