About Us

Mission

At Oculus, we are committed to delivering the highest standards of service, safety, and dependability in every aspect of our operations. We prioritize building strong, long-term relationships with our customers and the communities where we operate.

Through comprehensive employee training and proactive equipment maintenance, we ensure our services remain consistent, efficient, and grounded in our unwavering commitment to safety.

Our focus goes beyond simply providing a service—we strive to exceed expectations while effectively navigating the environmental challenges unique to our industry. The performance of our equipment and the expertise of our team are central to our success, and we recognize that one cannot succeed without the other.

As a leader in oilfield logistics, Oculus is dedicated to operating with integrity, safety, and environmental responsibility—ensuring that every action we take aligns with the highest standards in the industry.

Leadership

Ric Peterson, Chief Executive Officer

For over 30 years, Ric Peterson has been a driving force behind the founding, growth, and success of companies across multiple industries. Born to humble beginnings in Hythe, a small town in Northern Alberta, Ric discovered his passion for entrepreneurship early—starting his first business, Tags, at the age of 19.

With a keen eye for opportunity, Ric has been involved in a variety of ventures, ranging from real estate developments in Whitehorse to service-based businesses in the oil and gas sector. In 1991, he founded Formula Transport, an oilfield transportation company operating in Northern Alberta and BC. He successfully ran Formula until it was acquired by Producers Oilfield in January 2005. Following the sale, Ric was appointed CEO of Producers until June 2006, when the company was acquired by The Mullen Group. Shortly after, he founded Horizon North Logistics, where he served as CEO until January 2010.

After a brief retirement, Ric returned to the oil and gas industry and founded Oculus Transport, based in Calgary AB.

Since then, he has co-founded CanAir Nitrogen, become a partner in the Microtel Group, and acquired a 5,000-acre buffalo ranch near his hometown in Northern Alberta.

When not building and leading successful companies, Ric is passionate about his family and auto racing—two pursuits that often go hand in hand. In 2013, he became co-owner of the IndyCar team Schmidt Peterson Motorsports, based in Indianapolis, Indiana.

History

Oculus Transport was founded in July 2011 by industry veteran Ric Peterson, with a vision to deliver integrated transportation and storage solutions for the oilfield—specializing in pipe, fluid, and NGL services.

Shortly after its founding, Oculus expanded its capabilities with the acquisition of Koda Transport Ltd. in Fort St. John, BC. This included a pipe yard equipped with an 800-foot rail spur, capable of accommodating 23 rail cars, providing strategic product unloading and storage.

In October 2011, Oculus acquired KDP Contracting, adding fluid transport equipment to its operations. By November, a tank farm was constructed, featuring 12,000 m³ of storage capacity and an invert mixing tank—further enhancing the company’s infrastructure.

The company continued to grow rapidly. In June 2012, Oculus acquired NKC Services Ltd. and Brave Transport, officially launching its oilfield hauling services in Grande Prairie, AB. To support ongoing expansion, Oculus completed a new facility in Sexsmith, AB in August 2015. This facility boasts a 40-acre pipeyard and tank farm, with a direct rail spur capable of accommodating 55 rail cars.

In 2018, Oculus began offering High Vapor Pressure (HVP) hauling in the Edmonton, AB region. Since then, the company has continued to explore strategic opportunities to expand both its service offerings and geographic footprint.