Spelta-Produtos Petrolíferos, Unipessoal, Lda.

Name

Spelta-Produtos Petrolíferos, Unipessoal, Lda.

Legal name

Spelta - Produtos Petrolíferos, S.A.

Website

https://spelta.pt

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Camacha (Santa Cruz)

HQ country

Portugal

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. LPG Bottled Gas Sales: Sale and home delivery of LPG in cylinders (bottles) — butano and propano — in various sizes (5 kg, 10 kg, 11 kg, 13 kg, 45 kg) to residential, professional, and industrial customers across the Madeira archipelago. Cylinder deposits (caucao) apply.
2. LPG Bulk Gas Sales: Supply of propane stored in surface or underground tanks for high-consumption residential and commercial customers, with scheduled automatic deliveries and managed stock by Spelta.
3. Piped Gas (Gás Canalizado): Continuous 24/7 piped propane gas supply to residential buildings and urbanizations, billed via smart meters with periodic reading cycles.
4. Gas Equipment Sales: Sale of gas-powered equipment including heaters (interior and exterior), barbecue grills, and accessories. Brands include Chama Azul, Enders, Sunwood, and Infravermelhos. Equipment prices range from €121 to €1,130.
5. Lubricants and AdBlue: Sale of automotive lubricants (LEADER and ELITE brands) and AdBlue in various pack sizes. Products include multigrade engine oils priced from €55.21 to €69.86 for 5L units, and AdBlue from €24 for 10L to bulk pricing for 1,000L.
6. Technical and Installation Services: Technical services including gas installations, maintenance, inspections, and repairs. Spelta holds contractor licenses (Alvará de Empreiteiro de Obras Públicas) and acts as a certified gas installation entity (Entidade Instaladora de Gás).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Spelta is the exclusive LPG distributor for the Madeira archipelago, selling butano and propano in portable cylinders (5 kg to 45 kg) under the Rubis Gás brand, supplying bulk propane stored in on-site surface or underground tanks with automatic scheduled deliveries, and operating continuous piped propane networks for residential buildings and urbanizations. The portfolio is complemented by gas-powered heating equipment (Chama Azul, Enders, Sunwood, Infravermelhos), automotive lubricants (LEADER, ELITE) and AdBlue, and supported by certified technical installation, maintenance and 24/7 emergency response services across all 11 Madeira municipalities plus Porto Santo.

Product overview

Spelta operates a diversified energy and gas distribution business serving the Madeira archipelago, organized around three core gas supply modes (bottled, bulk, and piped) complemented by equipment sales, lubricants, AdBlue, and digital commerce. The product portfolio spans gas cylinders (Propano Light, Butano, Propano in 5-45 kg sizes) sold under the Rubis Gás brand, bulk propane tank installations with scheduled delivery, and piped gas networks with smart meters. Adjacent offerings include branded gas equipment (Chama Azul, Infravermelhos indoor heaters; Enders, Sunwood outdoor patio heaters), automotive lubricants (LEADER and ELITE ranges), and AdBlue. Digital channels comprise the App Spelta mobile app (Android/iOS) and the Spelta online store. Services include home delivery (16-vehicle fleet), 24/7 emergency response, free household insurance, gas network project design, and technical assistance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• App Spelta: Mobile and desktop application for ordering bottled gas and gas equipment
• Propano Light

Products and services

• Garrafas de Gás (LPG Bottled Gas) Compressed liquefied petroleum gas (butano and propano) sold in portable cylinders ranging from 5 kg to 45 kg, supplied under the Rubis Gás brand with home delivery across the Madeira archipelago. Cylinder deposits (caução) apply and prices differ between Madeira island and Porto Santo.
• Gás a Granel (Bulk LPG) Propane gas stored in surface or underground tanks installed on customer premises, providing continuous supply for high-consumption residential and commercial applications with automatic scheduled deliveries and managed stock by Spelta. Includes tank installation and licensing as part of a turnkey service.
• Gás Canalizado (Piped Gas) Continuous 24/7 piped propane gas supply to residential buildings and urbanizations through underground distribution networks operated by Spelta as a certified Entidade Exploradora de Redes de Gás, billed via smart meters with periodic reading cycles.
• Propano Light Cylinder Lightweight composite propane gas cylinder (5 kg and 10 kg sizes) featuring a translucent body for gas-level visibility, designed for both indoor and outdoor use, available exclusively through Spelta in the Madeira archipelago.
• Equipamentos a Gás (Gas Equipment) Gas-powered heating equipment including interior heaters (Chama Azul 4200 series, Infravermelhos 4200) and exterior patio heaters (Enders Elegance, Nova Led, Polo 2.0, Solid; Sunwood Marino), sold as standalone units with prices from €121 to €1,130.
• Lubrificantes e AdBlue (LEADER and ELITE Lubricants, AdBlue) Automotive lubricants (LEADER and ELITE brands) including multigrade synthetic engine oils in various viscosities (10W-40, 15W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40) and AdBlue diesel exhaust fluid, sold in pack sizes from 5L up to 1000L bulk containers.
• App Spelta (Mobile Application) Mobile application available on iOS and Android enabling customers to order bottled gas, equipment, lubricants and AdBlue with home delivery scheduling, order history, loyalty points tracking, alerts, and payment via MB WAY, credit card or Multibanco reference.
• Loja Online Spelta (Online Store) Web-based online storefront for purchasing gas cylinders, gas equipment, lubricants and AdBlue, with integrated checkout, payment processing and home delivery scheduling across the Madeira archipelago.
• Serviço de Entregas ao Domicílio (Home Delivery Service) Home delivery service using a fleet of 16 dedicated vehicles delivering gas across the Madeira archipelago, operating Monday to Saturday from 9h00 to 17h30, with orders accepted via phone, app or online store.
• Piquete de Emergência (24/7 Emergency Service) 24-hour emergency response service available 365 days per year for gas leak reporting and anomaly resolution, reachable via the toll-free hotline 800 100 096 from the national fixed network.
• Seguro Casa e Bens (Household Insurance) Free insurance coverage for gas cylinder customers, guaranteeing up to €25,000 for material damages and medical expenses resulting from gas leaks.
• Projetos de Redes de Gás (Gas Network Design Projects) Gas network design and engineering services for residential, commercial and industrial installations, including project design, execution and inspection, delivered by Spelta as a certified gas installation entity (Tipo A+B) and public works contractor.
• Assistência Técnica (Technical Assistance) Technical support service covering gas installation, maintenance, inspection and repair for domestic, industrial and piped gas systems, delivered by certified engineers and qualified technicians using a fleet of 8 technically equipped service vehicles.

Quantifiable outcome

• Delivery coverage across all 11 municipalities of Madeira island and Porto Santo.
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, secondary and minor.

• Rubis Energia Portugal, S.A.coreOthersSpelta is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Rubis Energia Portugal S.A. The parent company acquired Spelta in November 2018. Spelta operates under the Rubis Gás brand for its gas products. The Rubis group provides corporate governance, brand licensing, ethical codes, and anti-corruption guidelines that Spelta is required to follow.
• ACP (Automóvel Club de Portugal)secondaryGTM or Marketing PartnerSpelta and ACP (Automóvel Club de Portugal) partner to offer exclusive discounts to ACP members on gas bottle purchases. ACP members receive €2 off per small cylinder (up to 2 per month) and €5 off per large 45 kg cylinder (up to 2 per month), up to €14 total savings per month. Discounts are available in-store, via home delivery, or through the App.
• Governo Regional da MadeirasecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpelta participates in the Gás Solidário (GÁS-SOLIDÁRIO.RAM) social program initiated by the Regional Government of Madeira. Under the protocol, Spelta provides subsidised LPG to eligible low-income families, with the government providing up to €25/month in financial support. Spelta is one of the operators that has signed the cooperation protocol with the Regional Government.
• Restaurante Quinta EstaçãominorOthersSpelta supplies propane gas to Restaurante Quinta Estação, a landmark restaurant in Madeira, since 2022. The partnership includes periodic safety inspections of the restaurant's gas installation. Spelta has also hosted corporate events at the restaurant venue.
• Associação Sem LimitesminorOthersSpelta supports Associação Sem Limites (an association promoting the rights and social integration of people with special needs) through its 'Pedalar por uma Causa' CSR initiative at Expomadeira events. €3,000 was donated following 600 km cycled by event participants.
• ITG - Instituto Tecnológico de GasminorOthersReference to Instituto Tecnológico de Gas (ITG) as a useful institutional link on the Spelta website, indicating a professional and regulatory relationship in the gas sector.
• DECO - Associação Portuguesa para a Defesa do ConsumidorminorOthersDECO (Portuguese consumer rights association) is referenced as a useful link, reflecting Spelta's commitment to consumer rights and alternative dispute resolution (RAL) obligations.
• SGS (Société Générale de Surveillance)minorOthersSGS is the certifying body for Spelta's ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 management system certifications.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Butagaz: European LPG distributor (part of Shell) operating in France, Portugal, and other markets with bottled and bulk gas offerings. Comparable distribution model with home delivery, bulk tank leasing, and digital ordering platforms.
• Antargaz: Major European LPG distributor (UGI subsidiary) operating in France, Belgium, Netherlands, and Portugal. Directly comparable in bottled and bulk LPG distribution, especially in serving residential and hospitality customers.
• Repsol Butano: Repsol's LPG distribution arm (Repsol Butano) sells bottled, bulk, and piped LPG across Spain and Portugal. Directly comparable to Spelta in product portfolio, regulatory licensing, and customer segmentation, though operating at much larger scale.
• Calor (SHV Energy): SHV Energy's Calor brand distributes LPG in the UK and Ireland with bottled, bulk, and autogas offerings. Comparable product portfolio including cylinder distribution, bulk tank installation, and commercial/industrial customer serving.
• Vitogaz Portugal: Portuguese LPG distributor (part of SHV Energy) offering bottled and bulk LPG to residential and commercial customers. Comparable in product portfolio, home delivery, and customer segments, operating in mainland Portugal.
• Primagaz: Primagaz operates LPG distribution (bottled and bulk) in Portugal and across Europe, directly competing in the same product category. Comparable business model with delivery, bulk tank installation, and B2B/B2C customer segments.

Broad incumbents

• TotalEnergies Portugal: TotalEnergies distributes LPG and other petroleum products in Portugal through Totalgaz and other brands. Comparable LPG distribution offering alongside broader energy products, though not present on Madeira.
• Rubis Energia Portugal: Spelta's parent company operating LPG and fuel distribution across mainland Portugal. Closely related entity with shared brand (Rubis Gás), corporate governance, and procurement leverage.
• Galp Energia: Portugal's largest integrated energy company, distributing LPG (bottled and bulk) across Portugal alongside fuels and electricity. Spelta shares the LPG distribution business model but operates at smaller scale within a single region under a different brand.

Others

• EDP (Energias de Portugal): Portugal's largest electricity distributor and a strategic competitor/adjacent energy provider on Madeira. Competes indirectly via electricity and gas energy choices, and represents both an opportunity for Spelta's energy transition threats and a service partner.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Customer concentration

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