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XPO Logistics launches Female Driver Academy
...from someone who has first-hand experience of what they are going through and can provide the best possible support.” The first Female Driver Academy candidates are expected to start driving...
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UK road fuels – competition is ‘working well’
Released on 30th January, the Freight Transport Association (FTA) has hailed the OFT report into competition in the UK road fuel sector as ‘just a side show’. The report found...
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Rix Petroleum teams up with My Name’5 Doddie Foundation
...in MND, and to support people living with the disease and help them live as full a life as possible. Gail Fawcett, Rix Petroleum business unit manager at its Grangemouth...
Interview
Josh Burton, WCF Chandlers: The next generation
...met with Josh Burton, Transport and Sales Coordinator, WCF Chandlers, to hear his thoughts on being part of the next generation. Getting started in the industry “I have worked in...
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OFTEC investment further strengthens off-grid decarbonisation strategy
...driving the off grid sector’s transition to renewable liquid fuels in support of the UK’s decarbonisation strategy. In his expanded role, Malcolm will oversee OFTEC’s public affairs and political engagement...
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Ban on petrol and diesel cars sooner than expected
...for electric vehicle (EV) innovation. Transport is the UK’s largest emitting sector, accounting for more than 30% of national carbon emissions. While this does include aviation, road vehicles account for around...
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Essar Chester Half Marathon ‘an amazing day’ as heat fails to deter runners
...central aims is to support charities and local communities and it is expected that the runners will raise in excess of £700,000 for charitable causes, with West Cheshire Foodbank being...
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Debating future energy and transport
...of presentations and discussions from knowledgeable and high-profile keynote speakers who will explore this fundamental theme and the challenges ahead, including: Priorities for future energy Alternatives for decarbonising transport and...
Opinion
How the oil & gas industry can maximise energy transition opportunities
...on the right set of collaborative behaviours because as the report highlights, working closely with suppliers and customers to support one another will be vital. “As part of this, Deloitte...
Analysis
Recruitment and retention at NWF Fuels
...would be to become a commercial sales executive, then an area sales manager, etc. “Recruits can see their future career pathway and that we will help and support them through...
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Fuel sector growth drives key appointment at Sutton Tankers
As part of its growth strategy, Suttons Tankers has announced the appointment of Nigel Hughes, who will be based at Ellesmere Port, to the role of head of fuels. The...
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Grangemouth march for jobs as workers and local community rally to save nation’s oil refinery
...in November 2023 that it is considering plans to begin transitioning its refining operations in 2025. Under the proposals, the refinery would primarily become an import and export oil terminal...
Opinion
Industry responds to CCC Sixth Carbon Budget
...our members, can support the energy transition.” OFTEC’s response to the report was also positive and, similarly to UKIFDA, suggests how liquid fuels could play a big role, if the...
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Spotlight on Celtic Renewables as Project Willow champions ABE biorefining
...the recently published Project Willow report cited ABE biorefining as one of just nine credible options to secure the long-term future of Grangemouth while forging a new low carbon path....
Opinion
“Let’s shift our focus to our customers” – industry reactions to the new government
...majority of our customers live, we remain optimistic about maintaining cross-party support for this initiative. It’s reassuring that the Labour Party’s manifesto commitment that no one will be forced to...
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Zoë Colbeck appointed to support delivery of Solent Cluster low carbon vision
...expects that support for Track-2 clusters may include access to capital support through the CCS Infrastructure Fund and Net Zero Hydrogen Fund, and revenue support mechanisms through technology-specific business models....
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Key priorities for the downstream oil industry
Last Friday (21st October) the UK Petroleum Industry Association published its latest report – Fuelling the UK’s Economic Engine. The report sets out the key priorities for the downstream oil...
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Aberdeen gets second hydrogen refuelling station
...the hydrogen transport supply chain will be hosted by Aberdeen from 15th – 17th March. The H2 Transport Summit will bring together government, industry, local businesses and key influencers. www.h2aberdeen.com...