Do you have a business or idea that could help
Caltex and their customers?

As an iconic Australian business, Caltex has never been more focused on driving
our country’s future. We are passionate about innovation, job creation, increasing
productivity and creating more opportunities for Australians. We have a long history of
adapting to change and investing in new growth.

The Spark Accelerator can help ignite your business

Our business and customers are in the now generation where freedom of choice and convenience is paramount.
Caltex have identified key themes we want to develop, grow and offer to our customers and the broader Australian community.
In order to participate, your application should address one or more of these themes
but surprise us if there is something we have not thought about.

Mobility

We are big on keeping Australians on the move and are committed to powering mobility in all its forms. As new energy sources emerge and modes of transport change, so will our offering.

YOUR CHALLENGE

Retail

Did you know that we are one of Australia’s largest retailers with over 3 million customers served every week across over 1,900 petrol and convenience locations?

YOUR CHALLENGE

Convenience

Our customer’s expectations of convenience is moving fast. We are working to deliver on-demand, personalised ways to make lives easier for our retail and business customers.

YOUR CHALLENGE

Efficiency

We are constantly looking to be more efficient and improve our customer’s experience.

YOUR CHALLENGE

Amaze Us

Time to think outside the box… we are always open to new ideas and solutions.

YOUR CHALLENGE

Collaborate with Caltex, an outright leader in convenience

Australian Brand

Proudly Australian, we have grown from humble beginnings to become the nation’s outright leader in transport fuels, supplying one third of all Australia’s fuel needs. We are also one of Australia’s largest convenience retailers.

Investment

Selected Startup participants can receive up to $150,000 of funding. Gain potential additional investment from Caltex, the Slingshot Venture Fund and our investment partners.

Accelerate

Work with the Caltex Spark and Slingshot team, industry experts and mentors. Be selected to participate in a structured 12-week course, led by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs.

Commercialise through Insights

With a diverse business customer base; along with 1,900 petrol and convenience locations across Australia, work with Caltex and gain insights into their business.