customers by enhancing the end-consumer experience.”
The acquisition is of the MyFuelPortal customer engagement platform only and does not include Silverline’ s hosting business or other managed IT services, the companies said in a Feb. 9 announcement. Silverline said it will also continue to host and provide infrastructure support for MyFuelPortal and will work with Cargas to ensure a seamless transition for companies utilizing MyFuelPortal.
Cargas is the creator and provider of Cargas Energy, software for fuel delivery and HVAC service companies. For more information, visit cargasenergy. com.
Silverline Solutions is an IT partner for fuel, propane, and energy companies. It provides secure cloud hosting, cybersecurity, phone systems, and IT support. Silverline also develops applications for the fuel and energy industry. For more information, visit silverlinesolutions. com.
� BARTON TAYLOR JOINS CETANE
Barton Taylor joined financial advisory firm Cetane Associates as a director, effective January 1, 2026. Taylor brings over a decade of experience in financial roles with professional services businesses. With the addition of Taylor, Cetane is expanding into the motor fuels and convenience retail space.
Prior to joining Cetane Associates, Barton Taylor was with Texas-based Corner Capital Partners, where he advised clients on buy-side and sell-side transactions across the downstream energy value chain, including Barton Taylor convenience retail, dealer fuel and lubricant distribution, cardlock operations, commercial fuels, and mobile fueling businesses.
Taylor holds an MBA from the Jones Graduate School of Business at Rice University and a Bachelor’ s degree in Business Administration from the University of Texas at Austin. Barrett Conway, managing director and principal of Cetane, said,“ Barton brings deep transaction experience and a strong understanding of the motor fuels and convenience retail space. His addition strengthens our company as we expand into this sector.” l FON www. fueloilnews. com | FUEL OIL NEWS | MAY 2026 13