CEBU, Philippines — Cebu-based Top Line Business Development Corp. (TOP) has completed the renovation and rebranding of eight fuel stations in Northern Cebu under its Light Fuels Express format, with the cluster projected to generate up to 1 million liters in monthly sales.
In a press release dated February 19, the company said Cluster 1 — composed of stations in Medellin, Bogo, Daanbantayan, Tabogon, Sogod, Borbon, Catmon, and Carmen — is now operating at full capacity. The cluster forms part of TOP’s broader renovation and rebranding program covering stations in Cebu, Leyte, Siquijor, and Negros Oriental.
TOP said the eight stations are designed primarily to serve motorcycles and light vehicles, noting that an estimated 80% of Northern Cebu’s fuel market consists of two-wheeled vehicles. The cluster is targeted to sell between 800,000 and 1,000,000 liters of fuel per month.
“The completion of our Cluster 1 renovation shows how we maintain quality in our acquisitions, reflecting our disciplined approach to optimize each station to operate at full capacity while maintaining efficiency and service quality. This cluster-based rollout allows us to scale systematically and capture demand in high-growth markets like Northern Cebu,” said Brigitte Carmel Lapasaran Lim, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.
The Light Fuels Express format is designed for operational efficiency while retaining flexibility to expand as demand grows. The rebranding initiative also aims to establish a consistent and recognizable identity across TOP’s retail network.
Beyond fuel sales, the newly renovated stations are positioned as service-oriented hubs offering added convenience to motorists. Each Light Fuels Express site is equipped with automated motor wash systems capable of cleaning motorcycles in approximately three minutes. The stations also integrate water recycling systems as part of the company’s sustainability efforts.
TOP said renovations for Clusters 2, 3, and 4 are expected to be completed by end-2026. Stations that have yet to be rebranded continue to operate and contribute to revenue.
Top Line Business Development Corp. is engaged in commercial fuel trading, depot operations, and retail fuel in the Visayas. It operates two subsidiaries: Topline Logistics and Development Corp., which handles importation, trading, distribution, and marketing of petroleum-based products; and Light Fuels Corporation, which operates in the retail fuel sector.