TA and Petro Reaffirm Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Distribution Plans To Support 2010 SCR Engines

WESTLAKE, Ohio, (BUSINESS WIRE) -- TravelCenters of America LLC reaffirmed its plans to distribute diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) at all of its TA and Petro branded locations in 2009.

 

TA makes this announcement in advance of its participation at the Diesel Exhaust Fluid Forum to be held this week in San Diego, CA.

 

Tom Komos, TA's Vice President of Fuel Supply, commented:

 

"TA has been working with various business partners on DEF issues since 2003, long before SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) became the reality in the U.S. that it is today. SCR technology using DEF has been embraced by nearly every major engine manufacturer. Our work with these OEMs, as well as our fleet customers, urea producers and dispensing/delivery systems manufacturers has intensified. SCR technology and DEF are a reality; TA has been and will remain committed to help ensure this greener, cleaner method of diesel engine operation is fully supported at 100% of our locations to coincide with the introduction of SCR equipped trucks for the 2010 model year."

 

Mr. Komos, a 20 year industry veteran and a chemical engineer, will be an expert speaker at the Diesel Exhaust Fluid Forum and will lead other panelists in a discussion entitled "DEF at the Truckstop" at this forum.

 

A spokesperson for TA indicated that DEF is expected to be available in every TA and Petro branded location. The timing of TA's rollout of product availability will coincide with the SCR/DEF-equipped engine rollout by engine manufacturers during 2009. Like other truckstop operators, TA's plans cover a combination of various delivery methods, including on island bulk dispensers as well as top off quantities available in bulk and in prepackaged containers. TA's plans are designed to accommodate the rapid advances being made in development of supply, distribution and dispensing technologies associated with DEF. TA is committed to continue to working with its customers and suppliers and to continue its important role in the development of the infrastructure for delivery of DEF nationwide, in support of the EPA's 2010 emission standards.

 

About TravelCenters of America LLC

 

TravelCenters of America LLC, headquartered in Westlake, Ohio is a leading national business with travel centers in 41 states and Canada under the TravelCenters of America and Petro Stopping Center brands. With convenient locations on interstate exits, TA and Petro offer customers diesel and gasoline fueling services, full and quick-service restaurants, heavy truck maintenance services, 24-hour convenience stores, electronic communication (WiFi) and other services --- all within large, high traffic facilities.

 

For more information on TravelCenters of America, and the TA and Petro brands please visit www.tatravelcenters.com and www.petrotruckstops.com.

SOURCE: TravelCenters of America LLC

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