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Our History

Since 1981, Energy North has built a strong network of fuel brands and dealer relationships that continue to drive our success.

An Energy North fuel truck.
Vintage illustration of handshake between parts wholesaler and installer with Energy North logo, symbolizing partnership and service unity.

1981

Energy North is born under the guidance of Maurice Langelier, Former Gibbs Oil Executive and President of the gasoline retailers association of Massachusetts. In partnership with Ken Black, they created the foundation for what ultimately has become Energy North.

Black and white photo of the iconic CITGO sign above city buildings, representing historical presence in urban fuel delivery.

1985

Enters its first distributor agreement with Citgo Petroleum, quickly becoming one of Citgo’s fastest-growing customers.

Vintage black and white photo of a Texaco gas station with classic cars and service garage, highlighting trusted fuel service history.

1986

Expands its branded portfolio through a Gulf Oil distributorship and acquires a small Texaco distributor in Connecticut — strengthening its wholesale presence across the region.

Historic photo of an Energy North Group convenience store with parked cars, showcasing the evolution of fuel and retail services.

1994

Opens its first company-operated convenience store in Merrimack, NH, marking its entry into the retail fuel space & convenience store.

AmeriStar convenience store with Energy North Group branding, red roof, and billboard signage above the building.

1997

A few years later Energy North builds its first ground up site in Everett, MA, displaying Citgo petroleum's Ameristore.

Black and white image of a semi-truck driving on a highway, capturing early 2000s fuel transport in motion.

2009

Acquires Draper Oil Company, gaining multiple dealer and company-run locations that further expand both wholesale and retail operations.

Valero and Sunoco logos on a blue background.

2010

Becomes a distributor for Sunoco, acquires M.W. Sewall in Maine, and purchases Sunoco and Valero properties — enhancing its dealer network and geographic reach.

Mobil gas station and Mobil Mart in 2012, with multiple fuel pumps and convenience store surrounded by trees and parked vehicles.

2012

Becomes one of only four Branded Fuel Affiliates (BFAs) for ExxonMobil, solidifying its position as a leading wholesale supplier in the Northeast.

Stacks of bundled newspapers announcing the sale of Haffner's and Parker Fuel between 2013 and 2018, symbolizing a historic business transition.

2013-2018

Accelerates growth through key acquisitions: Webber Oil (2013), Concord Oil (2014), Haffner’s Oil (2015), Victory Fuel (2016), Hanscom Oil (2017), Ayer Oil (2018)

Energy North gas station captured in 2018, featuring fuel pumps, a convenience store, and a red vehicle parked beside the building under a partly cloudy sky.

2018

Adds six stations across MA and NH, including Mobil™, Gulf®, and the Groton Exchange, now operating under the Haffner’s brand.

Haffner’s gas station and convenience store with Dunkin’ drive-thru, modern canopy, and fuel pumps, 2021.

2021

Acquires 11 locations from VERC Enterprises and a full-service site in Gilford, NH — further expanding Haffner’s branded retail footprint.

The Energy North Logo with a blue background on top of a cityscape.

Where We Are Today

Energy North continues to lead in wholesale fuel distribution, offering all major fuel brands, including ExxonMobil, Gulf, Citgo, Sunoco, and Irving.