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Center Independent Energy, LP.

Center Independent Energy, L.P. is a regional Shell, Marathon and Sunoco branded fuel distributor headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This distribution company is owned by Doug Friend and Christian Stein who have a long history in the Pittsburgh service station community.

Center Independent Energy, L.P. (CIE) is focused on growing their dealer business by providing superior service, site level marketing and promotions, consulting, equipment upgrades, and aggressive fuel supply contracts. With three generations of gasoline/retail experience, we work with our dealers to review their complete operation. We then work with them designing a business plan for their facility. Our service to our existing customers will allow us to earn the business of new customers. The owners and staff members of CIE and their affiliated company, CIO Stores LLC, have experience with C-Store, Car Wash, Beer & Food Service, Commercial Fueling, and Service Bay operations. This experience is shared to help our customers during routine meetings. Programs and profit centers are constantly being developed for the benefit of both company and dealer operated locations.  Today Center Independent Energy, L.P. supplies over 55 retail locations.

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