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A legacy of diversity
Judith Stoddard Stoddards had a proud history of seizing changes when faced by challenges. Alex Porter spoke to Company Director, Judith Stoddard, about continuing that heritage into a changing landscape,...
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Interview
Tackling supply chain challenges through diversification
...state of the supply chain Resilient and robust as it is, the chemical supply chain faces numerous key challenges, some of which have persisted or worsened over several years. While...
Opinion
North Sea oil and gas must address challenges to mitigate energy crises
...justice for the individuals, communities, regions and organisations impacted by the phase-out. Each country faces unique challenges to deliver on the region’s potential. Norway’s oil and gas sector employs 6%...
Analysis
Rebranding: reasons, process and impact
...new interface impact our sales? Would the launch require technical down-time? Those were the kind of questions we faced but we were able to mitigate those concerns through research, testing,...
News
Record revenues for Abbey Logistics but driver shortages reduce profits
...Patten Rapid response to challenges Dave Patten, Abbey Logistics managing director, said: “I am really pleased with how the business has responded to the challenges faced from the COVID-19 pandemic,...
News
JET brings humour to fuel forecourts with new media campaign
...done’, and they drive off calmly with the end-line ‘here for drivers not dramas’. Putting smiles on faces In another scenario we see a driver in full meltdown mode as...
Interview
Darch Oil tanker driver Chris Eke on life on the road
...road Asked about his role at Darch Oil Chris replied: “The role of a tanker driver at Darch Oil is to be the face of the company and to deliver...
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Team Exocet conquers Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge to raise funds for MND Association
...now Scott’s Brother-In-Law, Ryan, faces his own battle. Ryan was diagnosed in January 2022 aged 28 and has faced his diagnosis with determination and amazing positivity. Unfortunately, the disease has...
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Fuel supplier WCF enhances group communication with employee app
...Jo laid down a challenge to the head of people and culture, Karen Kelso, saying: “I think we need something that is a cross between Facebook, WhatsApp, and LinkedIn. Karen...
News
Is your business fully insured?
...Crown Oil, Paul Martin, Ian Bocca, QBE and Rory Clarke, Rix Petroleum. Right: Dave Ainsworth, GB Oils, Danny Greechan, Coface, Paul Martin, Steve Carrick, BWOC and Tony Wilson, Inver Energy...
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Government partnership with logistics companies could boost the UK economy
...in an increase in annual household disposable income. Logistics is a big part of the solution David Wells, chief executive of Logistics UK comments: “The UK’s economy faces a productivity...
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INEOS and UK shale gas
...of the licences is a matter for DECC, we believe our knowledge and experience in running complex petrochemical facilities, coupled with the world class sub surface expertise we have recently...
News
Gleaner chooses calendar contest winners
...winning photographs on Facebook. A spokesperson for the company said; “A big thank you once again to everyone who took the time to enter our calendar photograph contest.” Congratulations to...
News
New Abbey training delivers Class 1 drivers
...in the industry faces. Traditionally, obtaining a Class 1 licence is costly, takes time and there is no guarantee of a driver passing their test after their considerable investment. “Our course...
Opinion
Fuel crisis proves that supply trust is vital
...the face of pent-up demand will take time to resolve. The Government must reduce uncertainties around Brexit and ensure the smooth flow of goods, but unfortunately this relies on EU...
News
A Wild Wednesday at the Fuel Oil News Distributor Debate
...Mark Nolan (7) of Nolan Oils, seen among many familiar faces, was spurred on by Jeremy’s call to fight for oil heating and is actively promoting the campaign in the...
Insight
Industry impacts of the reset of government net zero policy
...of heat pumps, would have faced some of the highest costs and disruption to transition. “Consequently, we welcome this change of direction from the government and the recognition that consumer...
Interview
Next generation joins family-owned fuel distributor
...focus continues with an interview with another of the industry’s newest members. A recent recruit to the Nolan Oils team, Luke Nolan knows all about the challenges he will face...