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Oil industry stars recognised
...and runner up in 2006, said: “Over the 20 years I have been running the business, I have always pushed for the highest professional standards and to be recognised for...
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Generation Logistics a gamechanger for recruitment, says government minister
...in logistics as part of National Apprenticeship Week, Minister Opperman praised the collaborative work of businesses from across the sector in working alongside government to achieve real changes in attitude....
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Off grid homeowners benefit from low prices
...we have over the last year been working with our Members and other trade associations on a pathway to decarbonising liquid fuel to help consumers find a personal pathway that...
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Reviewing the UK’s oil stocking system
...Compulsory Stock Obligation (CSO) going forward. We welcome DECC’s commitment to examine the case for this approach, and look forward to responding to this key consultation.” The Downstream Fuel Association...
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“Are your drivers ready for Driver CPC?”
...the scheme was introduced nearly five years ago, there are fears that there will be a shortfall of drivers in September once the deadline has passed. The Freight Transport Association...
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1st October – Debt Pre-Action Protocol
...(including a sole-trader). The Protocol does not apply to business-to-business debts (limited entities, PLCs, partnerships, unincorporated associations, mutual societies, LLPs) unless the debtor is a sole trader The Protocol does...
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Irish Heating Alliance calls for ‘pragmatic addition’ to home decarbonisation policy
...blend can be implemented immediately at no upfront cost to the consumer. The report, funded by Fuels for Ireland, OFTEC and the UK and Ireland Fuel Distributors Association (UKIFDA) in...
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Up to speed with transport matters?
The 2016 Freight Transport Association (FTA) Transport Manager conferences start in Chepstow on Wednesday 14th September Sponsored by Iveco, delegates will have the chance to hear directly from the traffic...
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Net Zero report – FPS and OFTEC respond
The industry’s key trade associations – the Federation of Petroleum Suppliers (FPS) and OFTEC – were quick to respond to the Net Zero report published by the Committee on Climate...
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Logistics industry concerns over sulphur surcharge
...doing business with GB and Europe more expensive for Northern Irish businesses. The additional transport costs – estimated by FTA to be around £21 million per annum – are attributed...
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The case for a UK CSO agency
...which the UK has a reciprocal arrangement. Recent developments In 2010 UKPIA and the Downstream Fuel Association commissioned Deloittes to develop a business model (operation, structure, governance, funding, etc.) to...
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Oil – the cheapest form of heating since July 2014
...option with wood pellets costing £1283 per annum and air source heat pump radiators £1681 per annum. The FPS has joined forces with other trade associations to lobby the Government...
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Industry concerned over lifespan and cost of Euro VII proposals
...cost. Minimal benefit Oliver Zipse, President of the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) and CEO of BMW noted: “Unfortunately, the environmental benefit of the Commission’s proposal is very limited, whereas...
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New research into support for growth in hydrogen infrastructure projects
...UK: our lawyers sit on the Executive of the UK Hydrogen Fuel Cell Association, and were part of the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy’s Hydrogen Task Force working...
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StocExpo 2025 concludes with a vision for the future of tank storage
...said Bruno Hayem, Chairman of the Federation of European Tank Storage Associations (FETSA), in his opening remarks. “Storage plays a vital role in both energy security and the energy transition....
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FTA welcomes HGV speed limit consultation
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has welcomed the announcement from the Department for Transport about the consultation Examining the Speed Limit for Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) over 7.5T on Single...
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Protecting consumers against summer oil theft
Domestic oil theft is on the rise according to the FPS. The trade association has warned consumers to be extra vigilant when it comes to safeguarding their supply during the...
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UKPIA calls for action in energy manifesto
The UK Petroleum Industry Association (UKPIA) has launched an energy manifesto ahead of the December general election, calling on the next Government to take the actions needed to strengthen the UK’s...