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Founder & Director l Octane Holding Group
With over 30 years of hands-on experience in the fuel infrastructure industry, Richard Sykes has built a career spanning frontline operations to senior leadership. Raised with strong values of honesty, hard work, and client focus, he has developed a deep understanding of the challenges businesses face when managing complex fuel systems.
Richard combines practical expertise with strategic oversight, ensuring every project, from small 1,000-litre tanks to large 200,000-litre refuelling installations, is delivered efficiently, safely, and to the highest standards. His experience across industrial, commercial, emergency service, and aviation sectors enables him to anticipate issues and implement solutions proactively.
Richard’s career encompasses a wide range of projects in fuel infrastructure, including site surveys, system design, installation, servicing, and regulatory compliance. He has held senior roles with Harden Pumps & Tanks, Rain For Rent, Selwood Hire, and SLD Pumps, gaining expertise in pump hire, depot management, and large-scale equipment logistics. This broad foundation gave him the knowledge, perspective, and leadership style required to successfully create and scale Octane Holding Group.
At Octane Holding Group, Richard leads the company from strategic planning through to project delivery, ensuring quality, reliability, and client satisfaction. His hands-on approach means he remains actively involved in every project, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and navigating complex regulations effectively. By staying directly connected to both clients and teams,
Richard leads with integrity, transparency, and a strong focus on delivering long-term value for clients. He champions clear communication, practical solutions, and consistent reliability, ensuring trust and accountability are central to every project. His values shape Octane’s company culture, creating an environment where teams collaborate openly, clients feel supported, and quality is always prioritised over short-term results.
Every project is approached as a true partnership, ensuring clients are fully informed, supported, and confident throughout each stage of the process. He believes that strong relationships, collaboration, and high standards are essential to achieving exceptional outcomes. By treating each client as a partner, Richard strengthens Octane’s reputation for building trust and securing long-term success .
Under Richard’s leadership, Octane Holding Group has grown from a specialist fuel supplier into a nationwide provider of integrated refuelling solutions. His strategic yet approachable style ensures projects run efficiently and exceed client expectations. Richard’s guidance has also allowed Octane to invest in innovation, expand service capability, and strengthen its reputation across multiple industries nationwide.
By combining extensive practical experience with confident leadership, Richard continues to drive Octane’s growth, foster team excellence, and uphold the company’s reputation for technical excellence and reliable delivery across every project. His ability to blend hands-on industry knowledge with long-term strategy ensures Octane remains agile, trusted, and positioned for sustainable success well into the future.
