Valvoline taps DK Burke as regional fuel distributor

Dennis K. Burke, a Taunton, Massachusetts-based distributor of fuel and lubricants, now is a regional distributor for Valvoline Global Operations in the Northeast U.S.

The partnership expands Valvoline Global’s distribution network and strengthens Burke’s position as a premier supplier of high-quality lubricant solutions in the region, the partners reported. Dennis K. Burke will supply Valvoline’s full line of lubricants, including passenger car motor oils, heavy-duty engine oils, industrial lubricants, and advanced fluids, to customers throughout Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and parts of New York.

“We're honored to partner with Valvoline Global, one of the most trusted names in lubrication,” Ted Burke, president of Dennis K. Burke, said in a news release. “This collaboration allows us to bring even more value to our customers by combining Valvoline’s product innovation with our distribution expertise and commitment to service.”

Founded in 1961, family-owned Dennis K. Burke has built a reputation for reliability, safety, and customer-first service across the energy and lubricant industries, the company said. Its extensive distribution network and technical support team will help ensure timely delivery, product availability, and comprehensive support for Valvoline Global’s customers throughout the region.

“We're proud to work with D.K. Burke, a company that shares Valvoline Global’s commitment to excellence,” said Michelle Allen, Valvoline Global vice president of North America sales for the company’s installer channel. “D.K. Burke’s legacy of exceptional customer service and first-class sales organization make them an ideal partner.

“Together, we’re combining our strengths to expand market share and deliver even greater value to customers across this key region.”