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OTS Group delivers solutions for changing fuels

...OTS Group chairman, Bruce Woodal, and managing director Steve Gain believes that there is a bright future for clean drop-in fuels: “One of the main opportunities for these fuels is...

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In pole position

...FAST’s cleverly placed and eye-catching logo ensures good exposure. Chairman Bob Hall explained the thinking behind this sponsorship: “For us, it was a threefold decision. We wanted to continue to...
Huge decline in North Sea oil flows for INEOS

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Huge decline in North Sea oil flows for INEOS

...undermine companies’ willingness to invest in the North Sea. Sir Jim Ratcliffe, INEOS founder and chairman is scathing about the whole situation: “The UK’s total lack of an energy policy...

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Fuel duty freeze welcomed across sector

...move smoothly. Increasing fuel prices already risk economic recovery Brian Madderson, PRA chairman, commented: ”The levy has been frozen at 57.95ppl for petrol and diesel since March 2011,” he said....
Rix Petroleum, one of the oldest family- owned, independent fuel distributors in the UK, adopts a new fuel distribution system.

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A new fuel distribution system for Rix Petroleum

...the present chairman, formed J. R. Rix and Sons with a working capital of £7,000 and one motor ship. Supplying agricultural and commercial diesel customers throughout Yorkshire’s East Riding, ‘old...

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Top industry supplier celebrates 30 years

...supported us over this last three decades.” Chairman (and owner) of Astley, David Redhead summarises: “I have witnessed such changes to the industry over the years, and the fact the...

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Clean Air Conference – 7th November 

...quality.    “We’ve been working closely with our customers across the UK to support them in adopting alternative fuels to improve air quality, without impacting efficiency or profitability,” said event chairman, Alex...

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Norbert Dentressangle records revenue increase

...new business wins and tight cost management, and we maintain our plan for growth.” The company has since appointed Hervé Montjotin as chief executive officer. Chairman, Norbert Dentressangle said: “We...

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Growth trajectory drives Prax Group senior appointment

...teams, he will be responsible for overseeing the Group’s integrated supply and optimisation workstreams, reporting directly to chairman & chief executive officer, Sanjeev Kumar Soosaipillai. Deep understanding James joins the...

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Gulf brand attracts more retailers

...the Gulf brand as part of the company’s growth strategy. Guest speaker, Brian Madderson, chairman of the Retail Motor Industry (RMI) Petrol, acknowledged the importance of working closely with an...

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Fuelling the D Day 75th anniversary

...engine design and tolerances prohibit the use of modern multigrade, high additive level oils, these engine and gear oils are perfect for Ben’s vehicles,” added Andrew Goddard, Morris Lubricants’ chairman....

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Wayne to acquire Vianet’s fuel management subsidiary

...transaction recognises the value which has been created,” noted James Dickson, chairman of Vianet Group plc. “Whilst it will be sad to say farewell to the VFS team, I’m pleased...
Postponed celebration is a huge success.

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Craggs Energy finally celebrates belated ten-year anniversary

...and Chairman comments: “I was delighted to finally celebrate Craggs Energy’s ten-year anniversary by bringing together all the colleagues from businesses we have established over the past twelve years. “I’m...

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Manx Petroleum – Fuelled with island spirit

...invested in our independent future in demanding economical times and, we’re very pleased that customers have welcomed the changes.  Although a family business with chairman, Simon Kirkpatrick, being the third...
Essar Oil UK appoints Tony Fountain as a non-executive board director

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Essar announces new energy transition appointment

...(HSSE) Committee of the Board and be a member of the Audit and Risk, and Remuneration, Diversity and Nomination Committees. Prashant Ruia, Non-Executive Chairman of Essar, said: “We would like...