Light Fuels Corp., the retail fuel subsidiary of listed Top Line Business Development Corp. (TOP), has been recognized as an Outstanding Liquid Fuels Retail Outlet by the Department of Energy Visayas Field Office, highlighting the company’s consistent compliance with regulatory standards covering product quality, safety protocols, operational discipline, and customer service.
The recognition, awarded on December 10, reinforces Light Fuels’ institutional credibility and signals its capacity to meet and sustain regulatory requirements.
Management expects the citation to support smoother coordination with regulators in routine compliance matters and to facilitate future applications for permits, accreditations, and approvals tied to new station development and network expansion.
“Having commenced operations just five years ago, this recognition affirms that our systems, processes, and operating discipline are aligned with regulatory expectations,” said Brigitte Carmel Lapasaran Lim, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. “As we continue to upgrade acquired sites and expand our network, the award further strengthens our engagement with regulators and supports a more efficient permitting process.”
By consistently meeting regulatory benchmarks, Light Fuels positions itself as a responsible and dependable operator, delivering reliable fuel solutions to underserved market segments across the Visayas region.
The company’s operating model emphasizes disciplined execution, safety compliance, and service consistency, enabling it to scale while maintaining regulatory confidence.
Light Fuels currently has more than 50 stations in various stages of development, supporting TOP’s broader vertical integration strategy.
The growing retail footprint is expected to enhance supply chain efficiencies, strengthen market reach, and contribute to more stable earnings visibility for the listed parent as expansion initiatives progress.
This momentum positions the group to capture regional demand growth while maintaining governance standards valued by investors and partners nationwide.
