Ange Coletta Celebrates 25 Years with Barton Petroleum Ltd
Ange Coletta, Group Supply and Sales Manager at Northamptonshire-based fuel distributor Barton Petroleum Ltd, recently marked 25 years with the company.
Reflecting on his career, Ange said: “I began my career with Barton Petroleum in February 2001 as a tanker driver. In 2004, I was promoted to Depot Manager at our Oakley (Bedford) Depot, where I had the privilege of growing the business annually for over 10 years.
“In 2015, I was given the opportunity to manage our sister company, Cotswold Petroleum, alongside my wife Jan, who left her teaching career to support this next step. Based in Moreton-in-Marsh, we spent five fantastic years there, building a great team and continuing to grow the business annually.
“I returned to Bedford in 2020, where Richard Burton, then Managing Director of Barton Petroleum, offered me the role of Group Sales Manager across both companies.
“I am sincerely grateful to the Burton family, particularly Richard and Don, for their trust, support, and the opportunities over the years. Barton’s is an organisation that I’m very proud to be part of. I would also like to thank Clive Morin for his continued support in recent years, particularly following his appointment as Managing Director.
“It is wonderful to see the next generation, Lawrence and Oliver, involved in the family business, and I wish Barton Petroleum continued strength and success for many years to come.”
Instrumental to the business
Clive Morin, Managing Director, added: “Along with several people now holding senior roles at the company, Ange started as a driver in 2001.
“It quickly became apparent that Ange had the potential to adapt to a management role. After spending 12 years running our Bedfordshire depot, he then became instrumental in getting our new depot in the Cotswolds established.
“Ange’s biggest talent has always been in sales, and he became our Group Sales Manager in 2020. He is a well-known figure in the industry and a great asset for Barton Petroleum!”
Congratulations Ange on 25 fantastic years in the industry from the team at Fuel Oil News!
New Era Energy: Recognised at National Awards
Essex-based fuel distributor New Era Energy has been named a finalist at the prestigious Fleet News Awards 2026 in London, earning shortlist spots in both the Sustainable Fleet of the Year and Fleet of the Year categories.
Representing the company on the night were Hollie Mills, Billy Fuller, Dan Sefton and Melissa Lancaster, who attended the ceremony hosted by comedian Katherine Ryan.
A proud moment
Reflecting on the achievement, Brand Manager Melissa Lancaster said: ““Being shortlisted for both Sustainable Fleet of the Year and Fleet of the Year is something we’re incredibly proud of.
“We’ve worked hard to build a fleet that leads on sustainability by running on HVO and setting the highest operational standards, so to be recognised at the Fleet News Awards among such strong competition is a huge achievement for everyone involved.”
Congratulations to all at New Era Energy.
Allan Stobart: “Quiz & Curry” proves a winning combination for vital charity
A “Quiz & Curry” charity night held by Allan Stobart Lubricants & Fuels in aid of the Great North Air Ambulance Service raised an impressive £1200!
Combining a delicious curry with a prize quiz proved irresistible and ensured a hugely successful evening.
“Our Quiz & Curry Night was an incredible success, and we raised an amazing £1,200 for the Great North Air Ambulance Service!” Beth Hindmarsh shared on behalf of the Raughton-based distributor.
“A huge thank you to everyone who came along and joined us as well as all of the local businesses who supported our charity night through their generous raffle prize donations.
“We would also like to thank the Peraz family, who catered the evening, for the amazing food and thank you to John and the Rosley Village Hall committee for providing us with the venue for the occasion.”
Amazing fundraising!
Crown Oil: Proud to support annual community event
Fourteen members of the Crown Oil team recently took part in a 9.3k run to raise money for Cardiac Risk in the Young, In memory of a local lad Thomas Hardman, who sadly passed away suddenly in 2012 at just 21 years old. An annual event organised by his family and friends raises vital funds for heart screenings in the local community, helping to prevent similar tragedies.
The team from Crown Oil joined this year’s event which saw an incredible turnout of more than 280 people running or walking the route.
The business also supported the important local cause with a £2000 donation and is already looking forward to taking part again next year.
Vital support for a fantastic cause.
Image credit: Barton Petroleum
