Rirratjingu FUEL
In 2012, Rirratjingu Fuel secured the fuel supply contract for Rio Tinto, beating several of these global competitors. The company then reached another milestone by partnering with BP Australia to supply diesel to the Nhulunbuy Service Station.
If you have ever switched on a light, charged your phone or driven a vehicle on the Territory’s Gove Peninsula, then you have likely been a customer of Rirratjingu Fuel. The company, formerly known as Bunuwal Fuel, has become an extraordinary role model for Indigenous businesses throughout Australia.
Rirratjingu Fuel shows that Indigenous corporations can become major players in the commercial world, competing with global companies like Exxon, Caltex, and BP.
Today, Rirratjingu Fuel supplies diesel for electricity generation across the Gove Peninsula, including Nhulunbuy and Yirrkala. It also sells bulk fuel to third-party consumers, like Laynhapuy Homelands Aboriginal Corporation, for remote communities and Homelands in North-East Arnhem Land.
Rirratjingu Fuel Services Aims
Drive Regional Economic Growth
Support the economic growth of Gove by ensuring local businesses have access to reliable diesel fuel. This enables their continued operation and development.
Promote sustainable practices
Implement sustainable practices, such as sourcing fuel responsibly and minimising waste. These initiatives will play a key role in preserving the region’s natural resources.
Deliver High-Quality Service
Provide excellent customer service by maintaining a reliable fuel supply and offering services that cater to the community and travellers.
Support Community Development
Reinvest profits into local infrastructure, education, and community programs that benefit the people of Gove and members of the Rirratjingu Aboriginal Corporation.
Evolution of Rirratjingu Fuel
Rirratjingu Fuel is a Joint Venture with Cambridge Gulf Limited (CGL), of Kununarra Western Australia.
Established in 2012, Rirratjingu Fuel is a proven, reliable and globally recognised fuel supplier importing diesel directly from a regional distribution centre in Singapore. The company supplies over 50 million litres of fuel annually to Rio Tinto and other businesses in the region, including a 24-hour fuel outlet in Yirrkala and BP Nhulunbuy.
Between 2012 and 2024 a total of 128 shipments of fuel and over 500 million litres were delivered to customers across the region.
Rirratjingu Fuel is now an established and reliable player in the Australian fuel market. Despite the pending closure of the Rio Tinto refinery and mines, Rirratjingu Fuel will continue to supply fuel into the future. As the economy transitions, Rirratjingu Fuel is well-positioned to meet the ongoing fuel needs of the Gove Peninsula. RAC has worked tirelessly to establish Rirratjingu Fuel, and we remain confident it will remain a commercial leader in the Gove Peninsula Region as we move forward.
Northeast Arnhem – Fuel Market
Mines
Rirratjingu Fuel stands as a robust provider to cater for the unique needs of mining and quarry operations in the North Arnhem Land region. The business supplies over 50 million litres of fuel annually, and works to ensure consistent and efficient delivery.
Across the diverse landscape of the North East Arnhem Land region, any refinery, quarry, contractor, Indigenous corporation or mine can place unwavering trust in Rirratjingu Fuel.
This commitment goes beyond mere supply. We take the time to understand the unique needs of our customers, allowing us to tailor our services to meet their specific demands. Through this approach, we forge lasting partnerships that are grounded in trust and reliability.
Fuel Stores
RAC remains committed to fostering growth and sustaining the local economy. By investing in fuel outlets, we can support vital community hubs. These investments also boost essential services and amenities for residents and travellers alike.
Through continued partnerships, Rirratjingu Fuel works to enhance these outlets by enabling them to expand their product range, improve infrastructure, and create employment opportunities.
Electricity Generators
Rirratjingu Fuel caters to a diverse range of businesses equipped with electricity generators. We offer a seamless and reliable supply and delivery of diesel fuel to power their operations. Whether it’s for a backup generator, remote establishments or community enterprises, Rirratjingu Fuel can guarantee uninterrupted power supply.
Infrastructure
From roads to construction sites, any project involving infrastructure development can confidently rely on Rirratjingu Fuel to meet its fuel demands. RAC’s business arm, Rirratjingu Investments, is committed to continued development in infrastructure. Both Fuel and Investments work together to ensure the North Arnhem Land region has access to a functional fuel supply.
Connect with Us
Rirratjingu Fuel stands proudly as the leading industry expert and only Aboriginal-owned fuel company in the Gove Peninsula. For inquiries on securing your fuel supply with a trusted local partner, please reach out to us.
