A city south of Lisbon will receive a new gas station with a different operating model, based on self-service and without the presence of employees, in a bet that promises lower prices compared to those usually practiced in the market. The new unit will be located in Montijo.
According to the newspaper, the equipment is being installed in the Alameda Pocinho das Nascentes region and is part of the Spanish Petroprix chain, specialized in automatic stations that operate without a convenience store and operate continuously throughout the day.
A model without employees
According to the same source, this type of station operates on a self-service basis, allowing users to refuel the vehicle without any interaction with employees, a central feature of the model adopted by the brand.
Operation is ensured 24 hours a day, with automated systems that replace traditional operations carried out by workers, guaranteeing permanent access to the service.
How supply works
The newspaper writes that each pump is equipped with a prepayment terminal, through which users can select the amount they wish to refuel before starting the process. In addition to this option, says the same source, there is also the possibility of paying via the brand’s cell phone application, which allows you to complete the transaction directly from your cell phone.
The Petroprix application appears as an alternative to conventional payment, integrating features that facilitate the use of the service and control of supply operations. Using the app also allows access to discounts and promotions, acting as an additional incentive for users to adhere to this digital model.
Security and monitoring
According to the same source, despite the absence of employees, the stations are equipped with video surveillance systems, ensuring permanent monitoring of activity on site.
These spaces also have emergency buttons connected to a central unit, which allows a quick response if necessary, maintaining a level of operational security in the operation of the station.
Lower prices as a strategy
According to O Setubalense, the reduction in operational costs, particularly due to the absence of employees and a convenience store, allows the brand to charge more competitive prices for fuel supply.
The publication explains that the fuel available is purchased from large logistics distributors operating in Portugal, and is then sold in a model that favors efficiency and cost reduction.
It is worth mentioning that this type of station has been gaining ground in different markets, presenting itself as an alternative to traditional supply formats. The opening in Montijo is part of this expansion logic, in a context in which automated and digital solutions are transforming the way consumers access everyday services.
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