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Mistletoe and Wine!
...the political divide this year, including Liz Truss, Jacob Rees Mogg, Angus MacNeil, Ben Lake, Ian Paisley and Lord Berkeley, and it was an honour to do so alongside many...
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Trafigura to acquire Greenergy’s Canadian operations
...higher percentage biodiesel blends from its rail-fed terminals in Ontario and British Columbia. Ben Luckock, Global Head of Oil at Trafigura, said: “Greenergy’s Canadian business has strong commercial synergies with...
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Latest software developments supporting the sector
...order management as well as additional tools to make it as easy as possible to manage, track and fulfil orders or queries.” Benefits to the customer “As in all businesses,...
News
Fuel Oil News mini-league: will 2024/25 be your season?
Following the success of the inaugural FON Fantasy Premier League competition, we are delighted to announce that it will run again through the 2024/25 season. Massive thanks go to our...
Opinion
UKIFDA urges UK Government to reconsider red diesel entitlement deadline
...produced in sufficient volume in the UK, and with the added benefit of creating investment and green job opportunities. “Whilst we are pleased certain sectors have been excluded, especially agriculture,...
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Morris Lubricants to invest £1.6 million
...will be completed much quicker. “I am excited about the board’s confidence in the business and the benefits that these investments will bring to the long-term future of Morris Lubricants.”...
Case Study
How FORS fleet accreditation benefits distributors
With increasing demand for safe, sustainable delivery operations across the UK, fleet accreditation is fast becoming a market differentiator. In an industry where safety, reliability, and environmental responsibility drive reputations...
News
Industry award recognises impact of innovative fuel technology
...SulNOx Group had clearly demonstrated that their products could “make a significant difference to the business of its customers”. Ben Richardson, CEO of SulNOx Group, who collected the award alongside...
Insight
Motorists call for broader sustainable strategy
...So, if credible alternatives are already publicly available that could make our current cars more environmentally friendly, shouldn’t we embrace them? “Clearly, electric vehicles offer a lot of benefits and...
Opinion
Fuel crisis proves that supply trust is vital
...panic buying,” Dr Lucker said. “Better information-sharing and trust between all parties would also be highly beneficial. This means fuel station operators should communicate the true rate of demand to...
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NWF declares itself “a dominant force in UK fuel distribution” following fourth acquisition this year
...of service and preserving local expertise. The business will continue to operate under the Harrisons Oils brand, maintaining its trusted identity while benefiting from NWF’s broader infrastructure and investment capabilities....
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Cheaper heating bills for oil households
...Jeremy Hawksley, director general of OFTEC, said: “This is further positive news for oil households which have continued to benefit from relatively consistent heating costs over the past three years.”...
Opinion
Are you liable for missed deliveries?
...lack of haulage capacity is putting intense pressure on some supply chains, with conditions predicted to worsen in the run up to Christmas. Partners Lucy Pringle and Jonny Gribben at law...
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Driven to succeed
...great, but in our industry it’s about making the best of what you’ve got. We’ve set a high benchmark of growth in recent years and have raised expectations amongst shareholders....
News
A Wild Wednesday at the Fuel Oil News Distributor Debate
...David Kingsman and Kan’to’s, Dimitri Papaioannou discussed the benefits of customer relationship management software and enhanced real time tank telemetry respectively. To help better prepare for future events, Fuel Oil...
News
Recognition for lead on fuel transition
...webinars, offering one-to-one support and creating educational resources to help organisations understand the benefits. Other measures taken by Crown Oil, one of the largest suppliers of HVO in the UK,...
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TomTom passes landmark milestone with online fleet management system
...customised solution,” said Catherine Mason, Clarkson Evans operations manager. “We have therefore enjoyed a number of immediate operational benefits and look forward to further efficiency gains in the coming months.”...
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Pace Fuelcare unveils new Ipswich depot
...Willis, general manager, and Keith Durrant, regional manager, teamed up with Ipswich MP, Ben Gunner, and Mayor of Ipswich, councillor Mary Blake, to cut the ribbon and officially declare the...