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Sold – Esso Ireland’s fuels business

...our partnership with Rockets in the years ahead.“ Following the acquisition by Topaz Investments, parent company of Topaz Energy,  the Topaz network will extend to 425 service stations, 162 of...

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Norbert Dentressangle reports steady growth

...and up 4.1% like for like. During the period, Norbert Dentressangle reinforced its position in the UK bulk tanker transport market with the acquisition of Hopkinson, a company with annual...
Ascona grows UK portfolio to 61 sites

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Ascona grows UK portfolio to 61 sites

...Group explores various exciting opportunities across the fragmented petrol forecourt sector as part of its ambition to reach 300 sites in the next five years. Commenting on the acquisition, CEO...

Insight

Downstream Norway: Leading the way in decarbonisation

...featured over the past ten years in the competitive landscape involving acquisition of three existing major players by new entrants. These have been: In 2012 market leader, Statoil, divested of...

Opinion

Fears for future of Stanlow oil refinery

...Essar said: “Historically, Essar Oil UK has been a very profitable business that has attracted over $1bn in investment since its acquisition in 2011. It is a long-standing private company...
Lube succession and sustainability conference 2023

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Industry conference to address succession and sustainability

...Talent Acquisition Employee Sustainability The Power of Positive Communication Who should attend? Managing directors and senior management of lubricant and energy companies Sustainability compliance officers Environmental, health and safety compliance...
It is with great sadness that we report the peaceful passing, on 27th December 2022 in his 98th year, of Sidney Gilmore.

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Sidney Gilmore

...for this new company, PetroFina, based in London – a relationship that went from strength to strength. A move to Belfast followed, along with the acquisition of a workshop and...

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MFG in The Sunday Times Top Track 100

...a great acknowledgement of the hardworking performance of the whole MFG team,” said William Bannister, MFG’s chief executive officer. “Looking forward, I am confident that with our recent acquisition (21...
Slicker Recycling King's Awards

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Slicker Recycling awarded King’s Award for Enterprise

...international acquisitions. Recognising business excellence The Award, announced on 6 May and personally approved by His Majesty The King, aims to recognise business excellence, sustainable development, and those who inspire...
New leadership and expansion plans for EET Retail

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New leadership and expansion plans for EET Retail

...“retailer of choice to consumers”. EET Retail will have a pan-UK presence and grow its network of outlets across all regions and markets, including identifying opportunities for potential acquisitions to...

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Lewis Tankers ahead of business plan

...we’re producing new business opportunities outside our traditional operating locations in the north of England and Scotland, and we need to find sensible solutions – probably by small-scale acquisitions.” http://www.lewistankers.co.uk/...

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Bigger loads, better efficiencies for Kinch Fuel Oils

...customers in the Wiltshire and Gloucester areas. “Throughout the whole new vehicle acquisition process, AK Commercials were excellent in terms of the service and support given to us. With Isuzu...

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Linton’s royal date

...pleased to take part in the hub area, where we were able to have a display.” Following the recent acquisition by World Fuel Services, both the previous owners and directors...
Claudia Weeks talks to Simon van Lonkhuyzen, Managing Director at TEC.

Interview

TEC: driving forward through innovation

...acquisition and retention, and a clear understanding of TEC’s position in the market. Over the past number of years, the channels through which customers discover and connect with TEC have...