Fuel supplier Certa, which is part of DCC, has been awarded the Guaranteed Irish symbol in recognition of its commitment to creating sustainable jobs, supporting local communities and promoting Irish provenance.
Certa qualified to become a Guaranteed Irish member as it is homegrown Irish company that employs over 370 people nationwide through its network of 49 pay@pump forecourts and 29 home heating depots.
Certa was created by the amalgamation of the Emo Oil, Campus Oil, Jones Oil and DCC Lubricants brands who have been operating in cities, towns and villages throughout Ireland for over 35 years.
Its support for local communities goes well beyond job creation and extends to volunteering, sponsorship, donations and fundraising, all of which was examined as part of the qualifying criteria for the Guaranteed Irish symbol.
Orla Stevens, Managing Director of Certa Ireland, said the company is very proud to be a homegrown Irish brand that operates at the heart of local communities.
“We are delighted to be awarded the Guaranteed Irish symbol which helps consumers and businesses to identify products and services that are an altogether better choice for the life of their community, Ms Stevens said.
“Certa is committed to supporting local communities across Ireland and to continually enhancing the service that we offer to domestic, commercial and industrial customers as we continue to pursue our vision of becoming Ireland’s most progressive energy company. We look forward to promoting our Guaranteed Irish credentials as we continue that journey,” she added.
Brid O’Connell, CEO of Guaranteed Irish, said the Guaranteed Irish symbol is a national symbol of trust that is only awarded to companies in Ireland that support sustainable jobs, contribute to our local economies, and are committed to Irish provenance.
“This has been at the core of Certa’s development as an Irish company over the past 35 years and we look forward to working with Certa as it continues to grow and enhance the service that it provides to communities across Ireland,” she added.
