Exol strengthens Gama Oil partnership with visit to Bulgaria

Our Sales & Marketing Director, Steve Dunn, and Export Sales Manager, Paul Eastwood, recently travelled to Pazardzhik, Bulgaria, to visit long-standing distributor Gama Oil – 77 Ltd., continuing a partnership that has grown steadily since it began.

Gama Oil is the official and sole distributor of Exol Lubricants in Bulgaria, supplying an extensive range of automotive, commercial, agricultural and industrial lubricants, greases and specialist fluids from its modern warehouse and offices in Pazardzhik. The business is led by Owner and Manager Hristo Petkov, supported by his son Illyan Petkov.

The visit gave Paul and Steve the opportunity to see first-hand the continued investment Gama Oils has made in the Exol brand, meet key customers and thank Hristo personally for his ongoing support and loyalty – support that has remained strong even through a challenging period for the wider lubricants industry.

Gama Oils was named Exol’s Export Distributor of the Year in 2019 and has continued to build on that success ever since, helping to establish Exol as a trusted name in the Bulgarian market.

We sat down with Hristo to find out more about the relationship between Gama Oil and Exol.

Why did you choose to partner with Exol?

“Our partnership with Exol is driven by our company’s core mission – to offer our customers products of the highest quality while providing one of the broadest product portfolios across all application sectors. We wanted a partner whose values and commitment to quality matched our own and Exol has consistently met those expectations.”

How important is it to choose a quality brand?

“Offering high-quality products is one of the fundamental principles of our business. It is the foundation for building long-term customer trust, ensuring sustainable growth, and securing the future development of our company. We believe that quality is never a compromise but a long-term investment.”

How does Exol’s range differ from others in the market?

“Exol offers one of the most comprehensive lubricant ranges available on the market. Whether it is automotive, commercial vehicle, industrial, agricultural, or specialist lubricants, the portfolio enables us to meet almost every customer requirement with premium-quality products, backed by outstanding technical expertise.”

How has the relationship with Exol developed over the years?

“Our relationship has been built on shared goals, a common vision for doing business, mutual trust and loyalty. These values have created a strong and positive partnership. Equally important are the genuine friendships that have developed over the years, making our cooperation both professional and personal.”

What has the support from Exol been like? How has it made a difference?

“Exol is a partner we have learned we can always rely on. This has been demonstrated time and time again over the years. Their fast response, customer-focused approach and exceptional technical support have enabled us to serve our customers with confidence and provide solutions quickly whenever expert advice has been needed.”

Can you sum up the relationship between Gama Oil and Exol?

“We see Exol as much more than a supplier – they are a long-term business partner. We value their professionalism, transparency and willingness to work together to develop new opportunities. Their support has helped us strengthen the Exol brand in Bulgaria and we look forward to continuing to grow our business together for many years to come.”