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Hundreds complete HGV training as Bootcamps plug driver shortages
...upgraded from Category C to C+E. Drivers may also gain a specialist license such as ADR or PDP (to deliver hazardous goods and fuel) enabling them to drive some of...
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Opinion
Budget 2021: Hope for hydrogen hub
Green entrepreneur Jo Bamford said: “The PM has said the UK will be “putting a big bet on hydrogen” and the Budget’s green light for the Freeport East Hydrogen Hub...
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Essar re-opens Penybanc forecourt in South Wales
...redefine the traditional petrol station experience by offering a range of services tailored to meet the needs of the community. Community approach Beyond fuel, the forecourt is equipped with a...
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Rix joins business resilience forum
...technology changes working practices and our reliance on technological operations deepens, no organisation can afford to be casual about information security.” said Dr Dionysios Demetis from Hull University Business School....
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Fast ship to ship operations
...ship-to-ship operations – a fast and flexible fuelling solution for operators when a ship’s port access is restricted, or when there are no fuel facilities available within a port. The...
Interview
Oil v gas
...Ken Hylands, managing director, Hylands Fuels, recalled the impact of a similar gas expansion in Belfast and surrounding areas. “We just had to adapt in advance,” said Ken. “I would...
News
A feeling of insecurity?
...include the Milford Haven refinery. With the latest efforts regarding a takeover having recently broken down, the future operation of the site is now in further question; particularly given the...
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Barton Petroleum open day
Depot manager Angelo Colleta at the open day Last week Barton Petroleum held an open day at the company’s Oakley depot near Bedford. The open day was organised to celebrate...
Opinion
Will the energy transition bring new golden age for nuclear?
As we continue to consider which fuels may contribute to future energy needs, we speak with Paul Verrill, director of EnAppSys, to review the current state of the British nuclear...
News
ReFuels to open Wales’ first renewable biomethane refuelling station for HGVs
...waste and manure – is the lowest carbon, most cost-effective alternative fuel to diesel available to HGVs today, cutting emissions by over 90% whilst providing up to 40% lifetime fuel...
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HVO to fuel Selwood pumps
After extensive testing, Selwood has become the first UK rental company to offer pumps that can be fuelled by vegetable oil in an industry-leading move that will significantly cut greenhouse...
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Boiler scrappage in next month’s Budget?
...chief executive Mark Askew. “Especially when you consider that an estimated 4.5 million UK homes are still classed as fuel poor, meaning they can’t afford to adequately heat their homes.”...
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New logistics firm launched
...years, managing director, Chris has experienced first hand, numerous changes within the logistics chain. He believes that as a result of rising fuel costs and banks holding back credit, there...
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Results are in for the annual Compass Pumpkin Competition 2023
...Telford (cold, harsh conditions), garden, designated pumpkin patch. Tom: Outsourced to his in-laws in Reading (warm-mild average temperatures), garden, general vegetable patch. Harry: Newbury (warm-mid average temperatures), garden, old koi...
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Distributors invited to tee off for a good cause at BoilerJuice Charity Golf Day 2025
...an 18-hole round in Stableford format. Participants will receive a welcome goodie bag and enjoy a post-game two-course meal, complete with the event’s signature cupcakes. Prizes will be awarded for...
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Seeing it through at CDS
...Run with Pilot Fuels and Fuel Services Garstang, the pilot scheme was successful and rolled out to all Shell’s distributors by the late 70s. Bill explained: “We put everything together...
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Successful rebrand sees 15% fuels sales uplift for new JET site
...range of fuels including the premium fuel brand JET ULTRA and a SPAR retail offer. Chris Murphy, retail account manager for the South East, Phillips 66 Limited, who has worked...
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Team Exocet conquers Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge to raise funds for MND Association
Back in April we shared how a team from Fuel Additive Science Technologies (FAST) were planning to tackle a tough challenge to raise awareness and support for the Motor Neurone...