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History
We invite you to join us on a journey through our history
A story shaped by our commitment to social responsibility, customer focus, and innovation. From our foundation to today, we have remained dedicated to quality, service, and continuous improvement, delivering seamless and reliable mobility solutions.
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1983 - Founding of IDS
In 1983, our journey began with the strategic acquisition of Diesel Discount in Denmark.
This milestone marked the start of our ambition to provide a complete set of products and services for international transport companies, becoming one of Europe’s leading fuel card suppliers.
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1980s - 1990s - Expansion across Europe
IDS strategically developed fuel stations along major European transport corridors to support cross-border transportation.
The IDS fuel card was introduced, giving fleet operators a secure, cashless solution to manage fuel expenses, a pioneering innovation at the time.
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2000s - Co-branding is visible on our sites
As part of Kuwait Petroleum International, IDS integrated the Q8 logo into its stations and communications, reflecting our shared identity and growth.
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2010s - Evolving towards a market leader in security due to technological innovations
IDS invested heavily in digital advancements for its fuel card system, improving transaction security and giving fleet managers better control over consumption data and reporting.
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2020 - Expanding our offering with various services and products to meet customer needs
IDS added sustainable fuels to its portfolio, supporting the European Union’s carbon reduction goals.
We also strengthened our fuel card security through iAccount, offering advanced fraud protection and enhanced control, ensuring customer trust and service quality.
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Present - From a proud past into a bright future, with Q8Truck!
IDS becomes Q8Truck
For 40 years, IDS has been a trusted leader in the fuel card market. In a constantly changing world, staying ahead is essential, and we are committed to evolving to meet your needs.
As part of this transformation, we are expanding our solutions to include toll payments, parking services, financial products and sustainable fuels. To reflect our journey towards becoming a complete mobility partner, we are proud to move forward under a new name: Q8Truck.