Moscow to Host the National Petrol Station Forum “Refuelling 4.0”

On April 23, 2026, Moscow will host the National Petrol Station Forum “Refuelling 4.0”, a key industry event for participants in the fuel retail market, owners and operators of petrol stations, roadside infrastructure developers, suppliers of equipment and IT solutions, as well as representatives of government bodies and industry associations.

In 2026, the petrol station market is going through a period of structural change. Among the key factors are the high cost of financing, wholesale price volatility, declining margins, shifting consumer behavior, and the development of alternative fuels. In this environment, market participants are faced with the need to rethink business models and identify new sources of growth. The Refuelling 4.0 Forum will serve as a platform for discussing these challenges and sharing practical solutions.

“Today, the industry has reached a point where discussing trends is no longer enough — businesses need concrete tools and working models. It is especially important that not only the largest players but also independent petrol station chains are taking part in the dialogue on equal terms, as they now largely define the market’s flexibility and speed of change. We are shaping the forum agenda as a practical one, with a focus on the economics of solutions, case studies, and applicable strategies,”

— noted Elmira Alieva, the Forum’s Program Director.

Key Forum Topics

• Network development and partnerships — franchising, network management, and new cooperation models
• Charging stations and alternative fuels — regional experience, prospects for fast charging on highways, and the electric vehicle market
• People at petrol stations — labor market trends, digital motivation systems, recruitment, and staff training
• Digital management tools — petrol station automation, multimedia pylons, retail media, monitoring, and profitability
• Petrol Station Idea Lab — robotic car washes, cashierless stores, and financial tools for development
• The customer and the petrol station format of the future — buyer behavior, multifunctional zones, and consumption trends
• Small wholesale trade and the spot market — exchange-traded instruments, fuel supply, and small wholesale as a growth driver
• Petroleum product transportation — logistics, rail and road transportation, and regional pricing

The Forum Will Also Feature

• an exhibition of technological and service solutions for petrol stations
• presentations of new products
• an award ceremony for participants in the industry competition

The Forum brings together both the largest industry players and independent petrol stations, creating a balanced platform for developing practical solutions and exchanging experience.

For media accreditation, participation inquiries, and up-to-date information about the Forum, please visit the official event website: https://azsforum.ru/