Imperial announced today that its Esso and Mobil brands will become the Official Fuel Supplier of The Calgary Stampede.
Esso and Mobil fuels are formulated to help improve fuel economy, engine responsiveness and performance*. By supplying the Calgary Stampede’s 120-vehicle fleet, Esso and Mobil will help keep these vehicles on the road longer… much longer than an 8-second bull ride.
“The Calgary Stampede is an iconic annual celebration which brings people together from across Calgary, Canada and the world,” says Brad Corson, chairman, president and CEO of Imperial. “Both Imperial and the Calgary Stampede have more than a century of history in Canada and Calgary. We are excited to enhance our support and have the Esso and Mobil brands fuel the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth.”
This new partnership expands on Imperial’s current sponsorship of the Kids’ Chuck Challenge, which sees youth participate in a miniature chuckwagon race on plush horses. The Challenge occurs daily during the Cowboys Rangeland Derby.
“We are thrilled to expand our partnership with Imperial as we host, educate, and entertain visitors from across the city and around the world," says Meghan Kivisto, vice president, sales, marketing and programming at the Calgary Stampede. “Together, we celebrate the vibrant energy that fuels our city and the Calgary Stampede itself."
Imperial’s enhanced sponsorship of the Calgary Stampede is only one way the company is working with Western Canada’s agricultural community. Imperial is currently constructing a renewable diesel facility at its Strathcona refinery near Edmonton. The renewable diesel facility will use plant oils, such as canola, as bio-feedstock. The facility is expected to produce more than one billion litres per year and has the potential to reduce annual greenhouse emissions by about 3 million tonnes compared to conventional fuels.
Imperial, the Calgary Stampede, and the Esso and Mobil fuel brands – now that’s what we call horsepower!
* Applies to Synergy Diesel Efficient branded fuel compared to diesel fuel without detergent additive and to Synergy-branded gasoline compared to gasoline meeting minimum Canadian government standards. Actual benefits will vary based on factors such as vehicle type, driving style and fuel previously used. Concentration and availability of our proprietary additive package may vary based upon factors beyond our control, including supply disruptions.
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After more than a century, Imperial continues to be an industry leader in applying technology and innovation to responsibly develop Canada’s energy resources. As Canada’s largest petroleum refiner, a major producer of crude oil, a key petrochemical producer and a leading fuels marketer from coast to coast, our company remains committed to high standards across all areas of our business.
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