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New director for Logistics UK
...25 years of experience in senior HR roles, as well as running his own independent HR consulting business since 2020. David Wells, chief executive of Logistics UK, comments: “We’re delighted...
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Acquisition funding secured as Craggs welcomes new CFO
The Craggs Energy Group has appointed a new chief financial officer and is actively seeking several acquisitions across the North of England. Picture shows (Left to Right) CFO Jason Sharp...
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John Alton – 52 years in the lubricants industry
...the company forward during his time as chief executive. He joined the family-owned oil blenders in 1989 from Silkolene Oils in Belper, Derbyshire, where he was sales and marketing director...
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Essar – working with the community
...health.” The charities were very appreciative of the support received. John Wilson, chief executive at the Liverpool Seafarers Centre, which is to buy a pool table, furnishings, computer and wi-fi,...
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Greenergy acquires Amsterdam biodiesel manufacturing facility
...add further production capacity. “Demand for waste-based biodiesel is rising rapidly in the UK and Europe as a result of higher obligated biofuel inclusion rates,” explained Andrew Owens, Greenergy chief...
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HVO: An industry update
...there is demand for HVO in the UK for use in heating buildings as it offers a cost-effective and more environmentally friendly alternative to existing heating fuels. TRA chief executive...
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Zero-emission fleet marks milestone in heavy transport decarbonisation
...as taking around 800 cars off the roads for a whole year. Crucial decarbonisation role Ben Werth, chief commercial officer at Wrightbus, said: “Hitting the two-million-mile mark is an immense...
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Lhyfe announces plans for UK green hydrogen plant
...Council in the spring, with a programme of community engagement underway. The project is subject to obtaining notably building permission and a financial investment decision. Taia Kronborg, Chief Business Officer...
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FPS launch new scheme to improve fuel quality
...trends in fuel quality and help its members improve quality standards across-the-board. FPS chief executive Mark Askew said: “Those accredited under the scheme will be able to rectify potential fuel...
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‘Clear plans for growth’ as BP puts assets up for sale
...to sustain upstream growth beyond 2020 into long term’. BP Group chief executive Bob Dudley expects the ‘external environment to remain challenging’ but looks forward to a strong pipeline of...
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Inspiring responsible businesses
...the worst happen again, Cumbria’s homes and businesses are better prepared to deal with flooding.” Chief executive of Business in the Community, Amanda Mackenzie, said: “We want all businesses to...
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Oil & gas investment key to UK transition
Speaking at the launch of their annual Economic Report today, OGUK Chief Executive, Deirdre Michie OBE, has said that the UK oil and gas industry is key to delivering the...
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In profile with Ken Cronin of UKIFDA
...in anticipation of the EXPO in Liverpool this month, we chat with Ken Cronin, chief executive officer at UKIFDA. “DON’T BELIEVE ANYONE WHO SAYS IT IS IMPOSSIBLE.” Ken Cronin Give...
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Technology: Supporting the supply chain
...contract with Intoware who will provide WorkfloPlus at Shell’s upstream and downstream manufacturing operations, following a 12-month trial. Telling us about the service provided to Shell, Vince Galvin, chief revenue...
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Birmingham move for FPS
...chief executive Mark Askew. “The new office is located near the NEC and Birmingham International airport and rail station which makes it ideal for members working across the country. We...
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Celebrating industry diversity
...is definitely a step in the right direction for a more diverse industry. OGUK chief executive, Deirdre Michie, said: “I am delighted to announce the launch of our industry-wide survey...
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Strong growth for HGV sales but zero-emission trucks barely feature
...also essential, enabling many operators that naturally face tight margins to commit to the latest high-performing green trucks. Mike Hawes, SMMT chief executive, said, “The fourth quarter of growth shows...
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Total Butler acquisition under scrutiny
...in terms of the scale of their networks: the two merging parties and Watson Fuels,” said Amelia Fletcher, OFT chief economist and decision maker in this case. “A significant...