Rolande

What Rolande does

Rolande B.V. is a Dutch privately-held company headquartered in Tilburg, Netherlands, that operates a network of 100+ refueling stations across the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany, selling sustainable fuels for heavy road transport. Its core product portfolio consists of five fuel types — Bio-LNG (flagship, up to 200% CO2 reduction vs diesel), LNG, Bio-CNG+, CNG+, and HVO100 (up to 90% CO2 reduction) — with electric vehicle charging and hydrogen fueling offered as add-on services at select locations. Bio-LNG is sourced from manure and organic waste streams in Norway and Sweden under the EU Renewable Energy Directive (RED) framework and is fully traceable via ISCC certification and a proprietary blockchain-based CO2 reporting system suitable for CSRD audits.

The company monetizes fuels primarily on a per-unit transaction basis: Bio-LNG is sold at a fixed premium over LNG, while HVO100 is currently priced at partner-station locations and LNG/CNG+ prices are publicly listed. A free Rolande tankpas (fuel card) and an online customer portal serve as the primary customer access and account management infrastructure, with the card also enabling refueling at partner CNG and LNG stations beyond the owned network. Rolande's go-to-market is sales-led and event-driven, targeting heavy transport fleet operators, logistics companies, supply chain and sustainability managers through direct sales with personalized CO2/TCO consulting, station-based driver training (Rolande-dagen, tanktraining), and the annual RELOAD'26 industry event. Supporting marketing assets include a CO2 calculator tool, a multilingual website (NL/EN/DE/FR), active LinkedIn/Facebook/Instagram profiles, and an email newsletter.

The company employs between 11 and 50 people and operates from a Tilburg headquarters plus a workshop facility. No parent company, subsidiaries, or external institutional investors are disclosed in the source material, and ownership is described as founder- or management-held. Rolande's competitive positioning rests on its multi-country refueling footprint, ISCC-certified and blockchain-verified CO2 reporting, and the depth of its compliance-grade ESG data infrastructure — features that create operational and regulatory switching costs for fleet customers transitioning away from diesel. No revenue, funding, or acquisition activity is disclosed.

Name

Rolande

Legal name

Rolande B.V.

Website

https://rolande.nl

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Rolande operates 100+ refueling stations across the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany, selling sustainable heavy-transport fuels (Bio-LNG, LNG, HVO100) with ISCC-certified, blockchain-based CO2 reporting for fleet operators and logistics companies pursuing CSRD-grade decarbonization.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Alternative Fuel Distribution for Heavy Transport

NAICS

Gasoline Stations and Fuel Dealers (457), Gasoline Stations (4571)

SIC

Wholesale-Petroleum Bulk Stations & Terminals (5171)

akta.pro primary industry

Alternative Transportation Fuels Retail (EV Charging, Hydrogen, CNG/LNG, Biofuels Blends) (EUALAIAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Commercial & Fleet Fueling (Cardlock, On-Site Tanks, Bulk Delivery) (EUALAIAD), Fuel Management & Fleet Card Programs (THADAKAH)

Keywords

• Sustainable fuel distribution
• Bio-LNG refueling
• Heavy transport decarbonization
• Alternative fuel network
• HVO100 supply

Headquarters

HQ city

Tilburg

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Sustainable Fuel Sales (Bio-LNG, LNG, Bio-CNG+, CNG+, HVO100): Rolande sells sustainable fuels — primarily Bio-LNG, LNG, Bio-CNG+, CNG+, and HVO100 — through its network of 100+ refueling stations in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany. Customers pay per unit of fuel dispensed, with Bio-LNG priced at a fixed premium over LNG. Annual certificates documenting Bio-LNG volumes and CO2 savings are provided to customers. The company also offers electric charging and hydrogen fueling services.
2. Tank Card / Fleet Card Services: Rolande provides a free fuel card (tankpas) enabling fleet operators to refuel at Rolande stations and partner stations. The card is managed through an online customer portal. Revenue is tied to fuel throughput via the card.
3. CO2 Certification and Reporting Services: Rolande delivers annual certificates documenting Bio-LNG volumes purchased and CO2 savings achieved, suitable for CSRD and other regulatory reporting. Data is delivered via blockchain-tracked, certified reporting.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Rolande sells sustainable transport fuels — primarily Bio-LNG, LNG, Bio-CNG+, CNG+, and HVO100 — through a network of 100+ refueling stations in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany. Customers are heavy-transport fleet operators who use a free Rolande tankpas (fuel card) to dispense fuel at Rolande stations and partner stations, with certified blockchain-based CO2 reporting provided annually for CSRD compliance.

Product overview

Rolande is a strategic partner in sustainable heavy road transport, offering a portfolio of clean fuels through a network of 100+ strategically located stations across Europe. The core offering consists of five fuel types: Bio-LNG (flagship product, up to 200% CO2 reduction), LNG, Bio-CNG+, CNG+, and HVO100 (up to 90% CO2 reduction). These fuels are complemented by supporting services including a Customer Portal for card management, a CO2 Calculator tool for measuring savings, fuel cards for network access, and driver training programs. The company also offers hydrogen and electric charging at select locations, providing a comprehensive suite of sustainable transport solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Bio-LNG Liquefied biogas produced from manure and organic waste streams, delivering up to 200% CO2 reduction compared to diesel. Designed for use in existing LNG-compatible heavy-duty trucks without engine modifications; supplied at Rolande's network stations with ISCC-certified traceability.
• LNG Liquefied Natural Gas cooled to -160°C, reducing volume by 600 times versus gaseous natural gas. Sold as a cleaner-burning alternative to diesel for heavy transport; per-kilogram pricing is publicly listed on the Rolande website.
• Bio-CNG+ Biomethane compressed to natural-gas specifications, providing a sustainable, lower-emission fuel option for vehicles running on compressed natural gas. Supplied through Rolande's station network.
• CNG+ High-calorific compressed natural gas that extends driving range by 25% compared to standard CNG. Per-unit pricing is publicly listed on the Rolande website pricing page.
• HVO100 100% fossil-free Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil made from plant-based waste oils and fats, delivering up to 90% CO2 reduction versus diesel. Drop-in compatible with existing diesel trucks with no engine modifications required.
• Rolande Charge (Electric Charging) Electric vehicle charging service offered at select Rolande locations (e.g., Tilburg), complementing the company's sustainable fuel portfolio with electric charging infrastructure for commercial vehicles.
• Hydrogen (Waterstof) Refueling Hydrogen refueling service for zero-emission heavy transport, available at select Rolande stations.
• Rolande Tankpas (Fuel Card) Free fleet fuel card granting access to Rolande-owned refueling stations and partner CNG, LNG, and HVO100 stations across Europe for Bio-LNG, LNG, Bio-CNG+, CNG+, and HVO100 dispensing.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 200% CO2 reduction vs diesel using 100% Bio-LNG
• +5 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• ISCC (International Sustainability & Carbon Certification)coreTechnology or IntegrationISCC is an independent certification body. Rolande is ISCC-certified, meaning its Bio-LNG and HVO100 supply chains are audited for sustainability, traceability, and GHG reduction. ISCC certification enables Rolande to provide customers with CO2 certificates and ensures compliance with EU Renewable Energy Directive (RED) requirements.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Air Products (Hydrogen Mobility): Industrial gas major with hydrogen refueling infrastructure across Europe. Comparable as alternative-fuel station operator for heavy transport decarbonization.
• Fluxys: Belgian gas infrastructure operator with significant LNG terminal and distribution assets, increasingly involved in Bio-LNG and renewable gas. Comparable infrastructure-scale operator in adjacent gas value chain.
• SHV Energy: Global LPG and renewable gas distributor with growing Bio-LNG/CNG infrastructure across Europe. Larger incumbent with broader fuel portfolio and capital backing.
• Shell Mobility: Global fuel retailer with European service station network and active Bio-LNG / EV charging rollout for heavy duty transport. Comparable in product category and customer segment.
• TotalEnergies Marketing & Services: Major oil major with extensive European service station network and growing HVO/Bio-LNG offerings for heavy transport. Broad incumbent with significant capital and existing station footprint.

Direct peers

• PitPoint (Clean Energy / Les Gaz Industriels): Clean Energy / PitPoint-style operator runs a European CNG/LNG refueling network for trucks and fleets. Direct competitor to Rolande in Benelux/Germany sustainable heavy transport fueling.
• DKV Mobility: Leading European fuel and service card provider for commercial fleets with extensive CNG/LNG acceptance network. Comparable fleet-card GTM motion and customer base.

Regional players

• Alternativ (Gasnor / Lyse): Norwegian-based LNG/CNG infrastructure operator serving Nordic heavy transport fleets with Bio-LNG supply. Comparable business model to Rolande but operating in a different geography.

Emerging players

• Milence (Volvo/Daimmer/TRATON JV): JV between major truck OEMs building a public heavy-duty charging and hydrogen refueling network across Europe. Comparable target customer (fleet operators) and emerging alternative-fuel focus.
• Tinq Intelligent / T-Solar / HVO100 producers: GoodFuels-style renewable fuel producers supplying HVO100 and Bio-LNG to heavy transport. Comparable upstream renewable fuel focus but operates as supplier rather than retailer.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/RolandeBV
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/rolande-lng/?originalSubdomain=nl
• Instagraminstagram.com/rolandelng

Compliance4 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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