News
Further expansion as NWF Fuels acquires Pinnock Brothers
Acquiring the independent family-owned distributor business gives NWF a strategic new Thatcham depot.
Margaret Major
Analysis
Climate Challenge: Drawing the line in the sand
The industry’s starting point in the decarbonisation journey
Interview
Selling Kettlewell Fuels
Janet Kettlewell of Kettlewell Fuels on navigating a business sale, legacy, and life beyond fuel distribution
Analysis
Implications of the UK’s EV pivot in a global storm
The UK’s ambitious journey toward transport electrification has hit a bump in the road.
Interview
Fuel Oil News talks with new sector supplier Sentinam
As Sentinam officially opens its doors, Margaret Major, FON Editor, caught up with Managing Director Neil Turnbull to get the story behind the new venture ...
Case Study
QMRE: Transforming plastic waste into sustainable solutions
QM Recycled Energy focuses on finding an environmental solution to end-of-life plastics to reduce plastic pollution.
News
Distributors invited to tee off for a good cause at BoilerJuice Charity Golf Day 2025
BoilerJuice has announced the return of its popular Annual Charity Golf Day, taking place on 25th June 2025 at the scenic Overstone Park in Northamptonshire.
News
New HQ, new chapter for Tria Energy
The move to Cork City is part of the distributor's strategic evolution.
Analysis
Industry reinforces commitment to genuine sustainability as BBC discusses HVO feedstock concerns
Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) is increasingly used as a diesel alternative in the UK, with many companies adopting it for their delivery fleets.
News
Watson Fuels joins Inspirit Capital: a new era for one of the UK’s leading fuel distributors
The acquisition strengthens Watson Fuels’ market position amid evolving energy landscape.
News
Sentinam launches to strengthen pump supply options for UK fuel distributors
The Leeds-based sister company of MechTronic will offer tailored pump solutions for the fuel sector.
News
Standard Fuel Oils acquires Solo Petroleum to expand fuel distribution reach
The acquisition enhances Standard’s operational capabilities and position in the UK fuel market.
Opinion
Grangemouth plans result in calls for urgent government action
Industry and Unions call for urgent government action following publication of Project Willow.
Opinion
Scottish Government rethink of Heat in Buildings Bill emphasises importance of just transition
Heating Bill rethink supports industries calls for a just transition.
News
Another fleet HVO switch delivers significant carbon savings
North Ayrshire Council cuts fleet emissions by a fifth in HVO switch.
News
NWF Group acquires Northern Energy Oil in £8.3m deal
Latest acquisition continues the expansion of NWF's fuel distribution business.
Interview
In Conversation with Martyn Lyons, TR3 Consulting
Storage transition and the vital role of post-merger integration.
Interview
Driving safety forward: inside the NWF Fuels Safety Cup
How NWF is turning a critical initiative into a business opportunity.
News
Highland Fuels supports ports making the switch to sustainable fuels
Ports play their part in making the switch to sustainable liquid fuels.
News
Biffa extends HVO adoption, strengthening the case for low carbon liquid fuels
Biffa green fleet expansion further demonstrates role for HVO in decarbonisation.
News
Award launches to showcase fuel distribution industry innovation
UKIFDA opens nominations for annual industry award.
News
WINNER! Estuary Oils wins the 22nd Fuel Oil News Tanker of the Year Award!
Becoming something of an online celebrity to truck aficionados, the 2024 winning tanker, CF24 ATV, edged fierce competition by being a wonderful ambassador for all that ...
Analysis
FON Fantasy Football League– all to play for!
FON Community Cup is as fiercely fought as the league itself!
News
OAMPS marks 40 years of fuel sector commitment with brand refresh
Brand refresh connects industry-innovator origins to future growth strategy.
News
New COO for leading chemical trade association
The appointment will drive membership growth through innovative services and increased industry knowledge.
News
FoxInsights eyes global expansion following acquisition
Global ambition moves a big step closer under the new partnership.
Interview
Silvey Fleet: your partner for the transition journey
Silver Fleet's MD, Miriam James talks transition.
Analysis
Ambitious EV growth targets raise UK grid concerns but what of the impact on oil demand?
Analysts warn of capacity concerns as EVs set to total 5% of UK power demand by 2030.
News
Tank Storage Association announces partners for annual industry event
Official media partners come out in support of vital sector gathering.
News
Energy podcast founder takes on tennis legend for fundraising event
Popular fuel industry veteran Alex Wolfe supports the vital fundraiser.
News
UKIFDA announces innovative evening event for 2025 liquid fuel distribution industry gathering
New format event and awards presentations announced for 2025.
News
Rix Petroleum strengthens Lincolnshire presence with the acquisition of EFuels Ltd
Rix Petroleum Ltd has strengthened its Lincolnshire base with the Grantham depot acquisition.
News
Grob Group switches to HVO in HVAC company first
The company becomes one of the first HVAC companies to switch to the renewable diesel.
News
Certas partnership with Chamberlain Transport delivers another HVO fleet switch
The latest Certas fuel partnership will deliver significant CO2 reduction.
News
UKIFDA unveils industry award categories for 2025 Show
New networking and evening activities announced for 2025 industry event.
Opinion
Unite Grangemouth survival plan calls for transition to biofuels hub
The new union plan sees the refinery as a bio-fuels hub - saving thousands of jobs.
News
Exolum starts world-first scheme to transport hydrogen using existing oil infrastructure
The pioneering scheme leverages existing infrastructure for fast, flexible hydrogen transport.
News
New partnership for SAF developer Firefly Green Fuels strengthens global feedstock access
The partnership with waste giant Sanepar strengthens global feedstock access and expands market reach.
News
RAC introduces HVO to reduce recovery truck emissions
The RAC is partnering with Certas Energy to trial HVO in recovery trucks.
News
FoxInsights and Slicker Recycling partner to innovate waste oil collections
The data driven solutions are being deployed to optimise operations.
News
HVO switch saves RNLI lifeboat six tonnes of carbon emissions
Distributor delivers significant emissions savings through fuel switch.
Knowledge
The future of fleets: A focus on LNG
Lise-Lotte Nordholm of DFS explains the thinking behind her view that LNG can positively impact fleet businesses.
Opinion
Fuel distributors urge businesses to order now to avoid fuel duty double whammy
Businesses are urged to get orders in ahead of the autumn budget.
News
Industry bodies launch up-to-date winter advice for heating oil users
UKIFDA urges distributors to be extra vigilant in identifying those in need.
News
EET Fuels secures £500m funding on the back of its decarbonisation strategy
The Stanlow refinery owner says the funding deals show market confidence.
News
Team expansion sees UM Terminals recruit two apprentices
The two apprentices will join the maintenance team at the bulk liquid storage specialist.
News
Estuary Oils stands triumphant at one of the UK’s biggest one-day farming shows
Distributor recognised at vital sector event.
News
HVO partnership with Tria Energy supplies greener future for Dyno-Rod Ireland
Tria Energy has announced a new HVO supply partnership with Dyno-Rod Ireland.
News
Industry partnership delivers UK’s first hyper EV chargers
Park Garage Group and Helix Renewables launch a ground breaking EV charging project.
News
UKIFDA announces 2025 liquid fuel distribution industry event in Leeds
The leading industry gathering returns in its biennial one day format for 2025.
News
EET Fuels appoints FEED partner for Stanlow fuel switching project
EET has appointed Wood for the front-end engineering design stage for hydrogen switch plans.
News
UM Group announces key strategic appointments
United Molasses Group, the owner of bulk liquid storage specialist UM Terminals, has announced two key appointments.
News
Phillips 66 brings renewable diesel to the Southeast as demand increases
Phillips 66 Limited has introduced renewable diesel to Exolum Grays terminal.
News
Tankers business growth sees Suttons Group invest in site expansion
Suttons Group expands Widnes site to support growth and enhance operations.
News
Trafigura completes Greenergy acquisition
The acquisition of Greenergy by Trafigura will accelerate the biofuel producer's growth.
Interview
ESL Fuels: working with customers to deliver sustainable fuel solutions
ESL Fuels is a family business that designs, blends, processes and supplies a range of fuels for the road, heating and marine markets.
News
Firefly first to benefit from Boeing and Clear Sky aviation decarbonisation partnership
Firefly Green Fuels is the first beneficiary of the new partnership, with the Clear Sky-led consortium supporting development of the company’s UK-based refinery and ...
News
Exolum’s new solar PV plant will supply clean energy for Misterton fuel terminal
Exolum has started operating a new photovoltaic plant for self-consumption of energy at its Misterton aviation fuel terminal in the UK.
News
2024 Tanker of the Year nominations are open!
Entries are open for the annual Fuel Oil News award.
Opinion
“Let’s shift our focus to our customers” – industry reactions to the new government
Industry committed to working with the new government to deliver on pledges.
Interview
Tria Energy: leading Ireland’s HVO-first drive
Tria Energy is spearheading the drive for an HVO-first model, advocating for the uptake of HVO as a direct, drop-in, renewable replacement for diesel.
News
Quest Waste Management takes delivery of new RTN-manufactured articulated ADR tanker
The RTN-manufactured ADR tanker will enable Quest to diversify.
News
Formula Student to use all sustainable fuels in 2024
Motorsport UK will promote sustainability with a grant for university teams to use two SUSTAIN Racing fuels provided by Coryton.
News
EET celebrates Stanlow centenary by launching 100 community project grants
In celebration of the refinery anniversary EET Fuels has announced a special grant fund.
News
Narrowboat holiday company switches to HVO after DfT green lights subsidy
Trinity Boats has become the only narrowboat hire base on inland waterways to fuel its entire fleet with HVO.
News
UKIFDA welcomes Phil Murray of WCF as its new President
Industry association acknowledges progress made during tenure of outgoing President, Rory Clarke, as the new President is announced.
News
Energy select committee visits the village at the heart of the industry fuel campaign
MP visit showcases benefits of renewable liquid fuels in domestic decarbonisation.
News
Essar Chester Half Marathon ‘an amazing day’ as heat fails to deter runners
Runners raise a record amount for charitable causes in Essar-sponsored event.
News
Royal Mail hits first milestone in HVO fleet switch
Royal Mail has now used over 10million litres of HVO saving more than 30,000 tonnes of CO2e.
News
2M Group trial HVO fuel in Suttons Tankers collaboration
2M Group of Companies trials sustainable HVO fuel with Suttons Tankers
News
Greenarc unveils Lancashire’s first renewable fuel HVO pump
New facility simplifies HVO access to accelerate sustainable transport drive.
News
Argent Energy earns gold and silver global health and safety awards
Sustainable second-generation biodiesel manufacturer, Argent Energy, has been awarded two prestigious honours at the RoSPA Awards 2024.
Interview
In conversation with George Eustice MP
George Eustice talks to Fuel Oil News about his involvement with the Future Ready Fuels campaign.
News
Government declares support for UK aviation as it unveils SAF mandate
Mandate delivers investor certainty with British aviation set for more SAF.