News
New director general for UKPIA
...European government & public affairs, who announced the appointment. “UKPIA’s Council is excited to be working with Stephen on the many challenges that face the downstream oil industry over the...
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Life begins at 40
...Buncefield incident in 2005. “We look forward to developing our relationship further with Phillips 66, particularly as they are now a focused downstream organisation. We value their excellent service and...
News
Petroleum Driver Passport on its way
...exercise which saw SQA meet the quality and delivery requirements set by the UK Downstream Oil Distribution Forum (DODF). Brian Worrall, DODF independent chair welcomed the appointment: “We continue to...
Knowledge
Consequences: the importance of daily defect and pre-journey checks
...downstream fuel industry insurance specialist OAMPS, who discusses how a through regime of ADR equipment checks can avoid potentially awkward conversations with the regulators. Complying with the law The Road...
Interview
In Profile – Andy Ruffell-Ward, Harvest Energy Ltd
...facts. In our January issue, we chat with Andy Ruffell-Ward, Head of Industrial & Commercial UK Downstream, Harvest Energy Ltd. “Always be honest, act with integrity and follow up on...
Insight
The growth of large retail dealer groups
...brand/imaging. Following acquisition of Mobil’s European downstream interests in 1997, BP’s network of company owned sites increased to circa 900 outlets. Comprehensive rationalisation over the past 10...
Insight
Refining operations
...comprises 5 loading bays and can accommodate up to 10 trains per day; it is the country’s largest private rail complex. When Total decided to exit the UK downstream sector...
Insight
Definitions matter: when is pollution not pollution?
...this issue we hear from Karl Jones of downstream fuel industry insurance specialist OAMPS, who considers the importance of definitions and how to ensure your policy meets your needs. Pollution...
News
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...
Opinion
“Are your drivers ready for Driver CPC?”
...making our lives harder and more complicated by constantly adding to the increasingly worrying burden of costs that are effectively beyond our control?” PDP to fill ADR gap Downstream Oil...
News
Strengths and weaknesses of Scotland’s Grangemouth refinery
...had therefore enjoyed the upstream terms and conditions. This is no longer the case and therefore all costs including employment packages must now be realigned to downstream affordability.” With recent...
Insight
Fuel purchasing: Should you contract your supply or not?
...a time consuming and resource intensive process – due to the frequently changing nature of the UK downstream supply landscape, awarded supply may change hands through each contract cycle, requiring...
News
Major investment at Stanlow
...downstream energy company,” added chief executive officer, S. Thangapandian. Already a major player in the wholesale supply of Jet A-1 to UK airports, Essar secured contracts for the direct supply...
Analysis
Why has the price of heating oil risen faster than crude?
...the day they collect it. Capital challenge Much of the downstream fuel industry operates using trade credit insurance and supplier credit limits. These limits are typically set based on the...
News
DCC to acquire BP’s LPG business in Britain
...businesses from the oil majors as they exit downstream activities. This transaction will enhance DCC’s position as the leading oil and LPG sales, marketing and distribution business in Britain.” www.dcc.ie...
Case Study
How Lambe Oil enhanced operations through effective supplier partnerships
...downstream fuel distribution sector faces constant pressure: fluctuating prices, regulatory demands, and evolving customer expectations for timely, accurate deliveries. Lambe Oil recognised that traditional processes – such as manual delivery...
Insight
Driver risks: the mutual benefits of effective management
...management is also considered to avoid unintended business impacts of unhappy or disengaged drivers. Award sponsor In this issue we hear from Karl Jones of downstream fuel industry insurance specialist...
News
New fuel operations director at MFG
...head of sales and logistics for Harvest Energy with full responsibility for all UK downstream sales, marketing and logistics and the successful introduction of the Harvest Energy forecourt brand. www.motorfuelgroup.com...