IOC introduces India's 1st pump with self service facility

NEW DELHI: State-owned Indian Oil Corp (IOC) has introduced the nation's first petrol pump with self service refuelling facility as is prevalent in several developed nations.

The first self-refuelling petrol pump opened in the national capital today. It was inaugurated by Amresh Kapoor, General Manager in-charge of IOC Delhi State Office.

"Under the concept, the customer shall be provided the option of refuelling his vehicle either through the pre loaded automation tags or the manual option by feeding the quantity to be dispensed by the dispensing unit," a company press brief said.

However, an attendant will be available at the bay for assistance and to educate the customer on refuelling system, nozzle handling and collection of the automation bill. He will also collect the payment.

"However, the customer will have an option of choosing between the conventional way of service through pump attendants or opting for self service," IOC said.

The self dispensing system Is quite popular at the fuel stations abroad and is expected to generate lot of interest, especially among the youth.