Market Report
Was there really a shortage of fuel tanker drivers at the end of the year? | Jan 2022
October and November 2021 will be remembered for soaring energy prices and massive supply- chain disruption
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Wholesale Price Movements & Price Totem
Wholesale Price Movements & Price Totem | Jan 2022
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Driving academy launch solves distributor driver shortage
Cumbria-based fuel distributor, WCF Fuels, has started its own driving academy as an ingenious solution to the driver shortage
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Essar business update shows significant fuel sales recovery
Essar Oil (UK) Limited has given a business update as customer demand across both fuels and petrochemicals returns to 95% of pre-covid levels.
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UKIFDA launches trio of fuel distribution industry awards
Liquid fuels trade association, UKIFDA, has announced the launch of three more awards to be presented at the 2022 Reunion Dinner during UKIFDA EXPO in April.
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RL Automotive fleet system reduces cost & improves safety
A unique tyre management platform that enables fleet managers across all commercial sectors to reduce running costs, increase safety and limit the environmental impact of their operation.
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Another energy giant expands interest in biofuels
Expanding its interests in fuels that can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, ExxonMobil has acquired a 49.9% stake in a Norwegian biofuels producer.
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Merkland Tank appoints new managing director
Glasgow-based industrial tank cleaning and maintenance specialist, Merkland Tank, has appointed Colin Hotchkiss as managing director.
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Logistics UK’s chief executive recognised by the queen in new year’s honours
David Wells, Chief Executive of business group Logistics UK, has been awarded an OBE in the New Year’s Honours list, for services to transport and logistics.
Analysis
The changing face of the fuel depot
As the industry evolves fuel distributors and equipment suppliers talk about how depots have changed, what it takes to establish a new one, and the difference a good depot manager makes
Interview
Why are new UK oil fields essential to a sustainable future?
Katy Heidenreich of OGUK, argues that, contrary to widely expressed current views, the UK’s oil and gas industry is the nation’s best bet for building a green and low-carbon future – and that includes opening new oil fields like Cambo
Insight
A review of COP 26: the key ‘take-aways’
At the COP26 climate change conference in Glasgow, four key areas were highlighted that need to be addressed, commitments made and actions to be agreed to achieve the required energy transition to net zero.
Interview
In profile with Neil Ryding
An interview with a leading figure in the fuel oil distribution sector that offers insight into the person behind the work front
Interview
In conversation with Bedford Fuels Ltd
In conversation with a brand-new fuel distribution company, Bedford Fuels Ltd
Market Report
A special festive edition offers a glimpse into the diary of Mrs Claus | Dec 2021
Resignation letter from Dasher. Offered £10,000 “Golden Handshake” from rival reindeer delivery company. No questions asked on experience apparently. Won’t give HR reference if asked.
Wholesale Price Movements & Price Totem
Wholesale Price Movements & Price Totem | Dec 2021
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UKIFDA supports TRA proposals on HVO
Following publication of the Trade Remedies Authority’s recommendations on trade measures for biodiesel UKIFDA indicated their support for the HVO proposals.
Insight
Uniquely configured for supply reliability
The UK-wide disruption in fuel distribution in September and October served to highlight the vital role our industry plays in enabling the movement of goods and people.