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Oil and gas apprenticeship scheme open for applications

...OPITO, the global safety and skills organisation for the energy industry, and the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB), on behalf of industry operators and major contractors, was launched in...

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MiX Telematics launches new RIBAS display

...returns and safety records of fleets nationwide,” says MiX Telematics marketing & operations director Steve Coffin.  “Key to this has been the system’s impact upon drivers’ awareness of how well...

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Greenergy enters Irish market

...on safety, operational reliability and low costs. “By combining Greenergy’s global origination skills with Inver’s share of the recently constructed AFSC terminal in Ireland, its branded retail dealer offer and...

Interview

In Profile – Luc Smets

...carpenter, like my father and grandfather. Tell us your greatest fear? My greatest fear is a serious injury on site. Safety is always our number one priority, and we do...

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NEW – Safe Loading Pass scheme

...FTA manages the scheme on behalf of UKPIA. “The redevelopment of the scheme is a credit to all involved,” said  Peter Davidson, director safety, commercial & projects. “The SLPS now...

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JET developments

...about to commence on forecourt resurfacing to improve safety and aesthetics of all ten sites. JET has also secured two new site wins – JET Barton Road Garage on the...
Fuel Oil News Tanker of the Year 2023: entries of note

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Fuel Oil News Tanker of the Year 2023: entries of note

...come into effect in October 2024. This includes AI technology to distinguish between static objects and Vulnerable Road Users for the ultimate in safety. A future-proofed tanker equipped with vital...

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Activists adopt new tactics in oil terminal protests

...number of sites in order to protect the supply chain and ensure the safety of workers and the public in and around this critical infrastructure. ‘Ordinary’ protesting has not worked...

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Hoyer switches to Goodyear

...Goodyear as its new tyre and service provider following a competitive pan-European bidding process. Following re-tendering their business to four premium manufacturers, Goodyear was selected after meeting Hoyer’s safety service...

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Greenergy extends apprenticeships

...three and a half days a week learning on the job with his mentor, Tony. Together they conduct routine maintenance inspections and carry out remedial work and safety testing at...

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The Prax Group acquires Total oil terminal

...across the north west of the continent, it is imperative for us to maintain the strong brand reputation and high standards of safety, supply and service for which we are...

Insight

Hydrogen Strategy: Ongoing developments

...the necessary network and storage infrastructure to underpin a thriving hydrogen sector working with industry to assess the safety, technical feasibility, and cost effectiveness of mixing 20% hydrogen into the...

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Vopak selects Emco Wheaton

...unload almost any liquid and compressed gas product from river barges, ships and ocean going super tankers. Each loading arm incorporates advanced safety features combined with pantograph balanced mechanical link technology,...

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Putting the Petroleum Driver Passport into practice

...transport of dangerous goods means we can be trusted by the industry to help demonstrate drivers’ skills and knowledge of relevant safety procedures to terminal operators, customers and the public.”...