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bp pulse acquires one of Europe’s largest truck stops
...by the GSE Group. The 21-acre site already offers 660 secure parking bays and convenience services for HGV drivers. As part of the agreement, bp pulse will lease back the...
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With a little help from our friends and family
...in to do everything,” added Nick. The team is complemented by drivers Mick Davies and Greg Goodwin, Nick’s younger brother who is happy to help out on the road in...
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Tanker of the Year 2024 – Special Recognition
...footprint. Meet this eye-catching prime mover and trailer from Watson Fuels. Supplied by Just Tankers and built by Magyar, the truck’s innovative safety features, driver aids and built-in efficiency measures...
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Growing business loses weight
...of mouth from scouts and cubs and various kids groups.” In addition to family members, Monument also employs one full-time and one part-time (casual) driver and has a relief driver...
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Certas Energy opens HGV refuelling bunker at the Port of Southampton
...designed to fuel the high volume of HGVs that pass through the logistical hub of the Port of Southampton, providing quick, efficient and conveniently-located refuelling for truck drivers picking up...
Knowledge
Top 5 ways to use technology to control fuel costs
...metrics to pre-empt costly breakdowns, while driver behaviour analytics flag fuel-consuming behaviours like harsh braking or rapid acceleration. In addition to telematics’ driver behaviour monitoring features, telematics systems incorporate GPS...
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Flagship bunkering facility opens
...and transactions.” Gary Brown, driver trainer from bulk distributor, Reynolds Logistics, commented: “We have 25 drivers using this Thurrock facility, drawing on average 2,600 litres a day (13,000 a week). The...
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Everything that a manager of people needs
...anytime, and from anywhere.” Evalu-8, which costs £1.75 per month per employee, is currently being trialled by fuel distributors keen to monitor sales and/or driver performance. Those using have found...
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Unprecedented demand for Transport Manager conferences – Logistics UK says ‘book now’
...technology to support driver training, provide data in the event of an incident, mitigate risk, reduce insurance premiums and meet compliance requirements. Bronze sponsors WTW will provide an overview of...
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Nicholl Fuel Oils achieves a fuel first
...and Clean Air HVO renewable gas oil in bulk quantities to be delivered by our reliable, knowledgeable and experienced team of drivers, many of whom have been with us for...
Insight
Oil-price survey forecasts Brent to be above $80 a barrel by end of 2024
...drivers of crude in the past few months though only 10% of the respondents think this will be the biggest driver of oil prices over the next two years.” More...
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Ford Fuel Oils’ driver to raise money for Cancer Research UK
Ford Fuel Oils driver Martin Veater, who has been with the company for almost 25 years, is preparing to support a C2C cycle in order to raise money for Cancer...
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Essar highlights fuel values in motorsport deal
...logo with orange and red symbol. As the Porsche Carrera Cup GB enters its 21st season in 2023, it is the perfect opportunity for ambitious drivers to prove themselves within...
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Breaking barriers and challenging the industry
...government.” Giving drivers the power Now, New Era Energy is taking things a step further by forming a partnership with Safe Planet Fuels to bring HVO to forecourts. Under the...
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Further growth for Mabanaft’s truckstop portfolio with Ulceby
...proof of Mabanaft’s commitment to developing a network of truckstops across the country to offer drivers and companies good-value, high-quality truckstops outside those owned by the oil companies and large...
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HOYER remains logistics partner of choice for Esso UK delivery
...of good teamwork and I welcome the long-term job security the extension brings to the drivers assigned to this business.” Result of hard work Operations director, Jonathan Lawrence said: “We’re...
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Keeping tankers moving
...24/7, FTA’s own traffic service provides amber and red weather alerts. Advice for managers and drivers dealing with poor weather conditions can be found at www.fta.co.uk. Keep vehicles and drivers...
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Shortlist announced for sought-after fuel distribution industry awards
...and Conference in Coventry. The multiple excellent entries in each category have been carefully reviewed by the judging panel and, after much deliberation, the shortlist is as follows: The Driver...