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Impressive speaker line-up for Future Fuels Conference 2022
...It also features one of the brightest minds in fuel price data, James Spencer from Portland Fuels, who will be discussing how a price mechanism could work for UK home...
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Fuel duty may be frozen but the fight goes on
...continue lobbying for a reduction which its research suggests could grow the economy by 0.2% at a net cost of the Treasury of £3bn. James Hookham, FTA’s managing director –...
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DPD Ireland switches to 100% HVO to decarbonise HGV fleet
...James Atkinson, sustainability programme manager emphasised the importance of tracking: “In order to validate our emissions savings, we are using a smart pump system. The HVO dispensed at the pump...
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Successful HGV skill scheme set to deliver 2000 new drivers as funding is extended
...applicants were under the age of 36, a significant step forward when the average age of an HGV driver today is around 50. James Clifford, CEO of HGVC, said: “We’re...
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Logistics UK conference returns
...more. James Firth, Logistics UK’s head of road freight regulation policy, comments: “We are delighted to once again be running this conference series in person. These popular conferences enable busy...
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Industry award winners unveiled at hugely successful EXPO
...in a particularly challenging situation. Heralded a ‘health and safety ambassador’ by his company, Daniel is this year’s driving superstar. Winner: Mircea-Daniel Petreus (Watson Fuels) Runners-up: James Casey (Barton Petroleum)...
Opinion
Former HGV drivers urged to take up funded training to alleviate shortages
...and refresher training.” James Clifford, CEO of HGVC, comments: “The government’s HGV Skills Bootcamp has been a game-changer for the sector. Finally, HGV drivers are being seen as essential and...
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FUEL OIL NEWS REQUESTS THE PLEASURE OF YOUR COMPANY
...drinks and canapes and conversation Chris Beetles Gallery 8-10 Ryder Street, St James’s, London SW1Y 6QB We look forward to welcoming you and a guest. RSVP by Thursday 2 November...
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Highly successful event culminates in award dinner recognising industry achievements
...recent challenging times. The runner-up drivers were Tomasz Tomkowiak from WCF Chandlers and James Walker from Allan Stobart – both highly worthy of the recognition. UKIFDA Depot of the Year...
Analysis
BP – making a wholesale commitment
...met with Simon James, who has held the position of wholesale negotiator at BP for just over a year. Simon’s role involves maintaining and building existing business as well as...
Interview
A Day in the Life with Jack Popplewell of Dice Fuels
...by his father and stepmother Sally. Jack is one of four drivers working within the business, with his stepbrother, James, driving our largest rigid tanker. “Sally has been in the...
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Texaco support for sports recipients announced
...Congratulating winners on their success, James Twohig, director of Ireland Operations, Valero Energy (Ireland) Limited said: “A feature evident in almost all applications was the pressure felt by clubs in...
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Essar’s literary genius
...festival are broadcaster, Clive James, comedian, Tim Vine, war correspondent, Kate Adie and actor, Sir Derek Jacobi. Other big names on the bill include BBC Radio 5 Live’s, Richard Bacon,...
Opinion
What is your opinion as to the likely impact of Article 7a of the Fuel Quality Directive?
...the abatement costs these options imply.” James Spencer, Portland Price Protection “It’s difficult to see how the new legislation will impact greenhouse emissions on a global basis as high carbon...
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Latest people moves within the fuel distribution industry
...followed the company’s expansion over several years now and I jumped at the chance to work with Trevor, James & Mark. Their workmanship and quality speak for themselves and I...
Opinion
Are distributors doing enough to help vulnerable customers?
A recent report by the Fuel Poverty Action Group has called on fuel oil distributors to establish a priority register* for vulnerable customers James Owen, S Owen and Sons,...
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Record-breaking contest for Cox Marine using sustainable fuel from Coryton
...diesel, creating less NOx particulates. Speaking on behalf of Cox Marine, Technical Director James Eatwell said: “It’s fantastic to have been able to return to the spiritual home of British water speed...
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Hundreds complete HGV training as Bootcamps plug driver shortages
...that number is rising all the time. There are still over 8,000 applicants on its waiting list keen to get on the course when more places become available. James Clifford,...