{"id":10282,"date":"2024-04-16T14:42:05","date_gmt":"2024-04-16T14:42:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/publicaffairs-sme.com\/ExchangePost\/?p=10282"},"modified":"2024-04-22T15:10:22","modified_gmt":"2024-04-22T15:10:22","slug":"drivers-advised-to-confirm-exchange-issued-esso-ration-card-acceptance-before-filling-up-at-hundreds-of-additional-locations-in-germany","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/publicaffairs-sme.com\/ExchangePost\/2024\/04\/16\/drivers-advised-to-confirm-exchange-issued-esso-ration-card-acceptance-before-filling-up-at-hundreds-of-additional-locations-in-germany\/","title":{"rendered":"Drivers Advised to Confirm Exchange-Issued ESSO Ration Card Acceptance before Filling Up at Hundreds of Additional Locations in Germany"},"content":{"rendered":"

USAG BAVARIA, Germany \u2013<\/strong> Exciting changes are underway for customers who use their Army & Air Force Exchange Service-issued ESSO fuel ration cards will soon have more locations where they can fill up with tax-free fuel<\/a>.<\/p>\n

EG Group Limited, which operates ESSO fuel service stations in Germany, has acquired the service station network of OMV Retail Deutschland GmbH, primarily located in Bavaria. A total of 223 OMV gas stations will be rebranding to ESSO in 2024, bringing the total number of ESSO stations in Germany to more than 1,200.<\/p>\n

Over the next several months, drivers will begin seeing ESSO branding at new locations. While the transition is underway, there may be a delay in the new locations being able to accept Exchange ESSO fuel ration cards.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis change will mean greater convenience and more options for Exchange ESSO cardholders,\u201d said Col. Don Nowlin, Exchange Europe\/Southwest Asia\/Africa region commander. \u201cThe most important thing for drivers to know right now is that, if they\u2019re stopping at a new ESSO location, make sure to check with the attendant to see if their Exchange ESSO fuel ration card is accepted before fueling up.\u201d<\/p>\n

Existing ESSO stations in Germany will not be affected by the acquisition and will continue to accept the Exchange ESSO fuel ration cards.<\/p>\n

Social-media-friendly version: <\/strong>Exciting news for Exchange ESSO cardholders in Germany!\u00a0ESSO is adding 223 new locations by acquiring OMV gas stations. During this transition, Exchange-issued ESSO cards may not be accepted temporarily. ESSO is updating its systems for acceptance, but in the meantime, check with each station before filling up to avoid paying the economy rate. Read more: https:\/\/wp.me\/p9Q7PG-2FQ<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Since 1895, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (Exchange) has gone where Soldiers, Airmen, Guardians and their families go to improve the quality of their lives by providing valued goods and services at exclusive military pricing. The Exchange is the 54th-largest retailer in the United States. 100% of Exchange earnings support military communities. In the last 10 years, your Exchange benefit has provided $3.5 billion in earnings for critical military Quality-of-Life programs. The Exchange is a non-appropriated fund entity of the Department of Defense and is directed by a Board of Directors. The Exchange is a 50th Anniversary Vietnam War Commemorative Partner, planning and conducting events and activities that recognize the service, valor and sacrifice of Vietnam Veterans and their families in conjunction with the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration. To find out more about the Exchange history and mission or to view recent press releases please visit our website at http:\/\/www.shopmyexchange.com or follow us on Twitter at https:\/\/twitter.com\/ExchangePAO.<\/p>\n

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Media Notes:<\/p>\n

For more information or to schedule an interview with an Exchange representative please contact Master Sgt. Caleb Barrieau at 214-312-1417 or barrieaucp@aafes.com<\/p>\n

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