News
Heating oil in Westminster: what the latest Commons debate means for rural consumers
Westminster Hall debate on the cost of heating oil underlines concern over affordability, rural inequality and consumer protection
May 2026
Opinion
The Middle East conflict has changed off-grid decarbonisation… but not in the way you think
Malcolm Farrow of OFTEC argues that a broad mix of solutions could deliver emissions reductions more quickly.
News
Government boosts heat pump grants for oil-heated homes
The UK government has increased Boiler Upgrade Scheme support for oil- and LPG-heated homes to £9,000
Insight
Technological developments: Should you be implementing them?
We look at the pros and cons of implementing technological developments for SME distributors
More May 2026
Opinion
Ken’s Corner May 2026: You Will Never Walk Alone
I left Liverpool after the UKIFDA Expo & Conference 2026 feeling both uplifted and frustrated in equal measure.
Analysis
Ireland’s fuel shock: Protests, policy and supply chain pressure
Ireland’s fuel market came under intense pressure last month, as protests disrupted supply chains.
News
MechTronic marks 1,000th OptiMate milestone with WCF Group at EXPO
MechTronic used UKIFDA EXPO 2026 to showcase a landmark achievement for its OptiMate fuel delivery system, unveiling the 1,000th unit produced since launch ten years ago.
News
People Moves: The latest industry round up in May 2026
May 2026 round up of fuel industry appointments and people moves
Interview
A Day in the Life with James Hunt of New Era Energy
James Hunt, CEO of New Era Energy, shares how he spends a typical day.
Interview
New Era Energy: The importance of community support
: James Hunt of New Era Energy on why investing in sport continues to be a valuable strategy.
Further Reading
News
UKIFDA Awards 2026 – Recognising excellence across the industry
A review of the winners of the UKIFDA Expo 2026 industry awards
News
Distributor Diaries May 2026
May 2026 updates from our distributor community
News
LCM Environmental expands services and strengthens capabilities with Octane acquisition
LCM Environmental announces acquisition of Octane Holding Group Limited and Octane Draincare Limited
Market Report
How one winner is emerging from a crisis that creates many losers.
This month’s Portland report looks at the ongoing Middle East energy crisis
Sponsored
ESL Fuels Biofuel Market Update – Q1 2026
The ESL Fuels Q4 2025 biofuels market update is produced in association with Portland Analytics
Wholesale Price Movements & Price Totem
Wholesale Price Movements & Price Totem | May 2026
Summary of wholesale price movements for kerosene, gasoil and ULSD April 2026
News
Commission intervention raises fresh questions over Ireland’s Renewable Heat Obligation design
European Commission puts the brake on Ireland's RHO, voicing concerns over biomethane multipliers.
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