Shell gas station in Stralsund: Modernization causes temporary closure!

Shell gas station in Stralsund: Modernization causes temporary closure!

The Shell gas station on Heinrich-Heine-Ring in Stralsund currently remains closed while extensive modernization work takes place. Sebastian Zilger, the operator of this and four other Shell stations, plans to complete the work by August 15th before the gas pumps are put back into operation on August 18th. This gas station has not undergone any significant renovations in the last 14 years. A roof cleaning, the complete renovation of the shop and the renovation of the wash boxes are now on the agenda. Particularly pleasing: The workshop will remain open during the renovation and can be reached via Prohner Straße, so that the most important services remain available even during the closure.

There is good news for customers who don't want to go without their usual gas station: They have the opportunity to fill up at the Shell station on Richtenberger Chaussee. This station also offers additional services such as trailer rental and a Hermes parcel shop. However, the Amazon lockers are deactivated during the renovation, but will be activated again after the renovation is completed. After the reopening, there will also be a lottery and the snack offering will be expanded. Zilger is convinced that the location is busy, not only from customers who want to refuel, but also from other guests.

Price developments at gas stations

There were also price reductions for fuels in the region on July 14, 2025. At 7:26 p.m. the price for premium gasoline and super (E10) was reduced by 0.01 euros each, while the diesel tariff also fell by 0.01 euros at 7:42 p.m. These adjustments are part of the legal obligation of oil companies and gas station operators to transmit price changes to the market transparency office of the Federal Cartel Office within five minutes, informs ich-tanke.de.

In its most recent analyses, the Federal Cartel Office found that prices at gas stations are often directly correlated to the procurement costs for crude oil. After a rise in crude oil prices in mid-June due to conflicts in the Middle East, prices at gas stations reacted promptly. As a rule, companies are prepared to pass on prices to consumers quickly when costs rise, while a delay is often observed when prices fall. This phenomenon, also known as the “Rocket and Feather Effect,” describes the rapid rise in prices (like a rocket) and the slow fall of prices (like a feather) WDR explains.

Overall, the situation at the gas stations in Stralsund remains tense, but the upcoming renovations at the Shell gas station could not only improve the offering, but also offer customers a better refueling experience.