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Argent Energy to end production at Scottish biodiesel plant
...nearly half a million tonnes. Post Brexit the inability for the UK to import category 1 tallow – Argent’s main feedstock – from the EU, due to EU regulations. These...
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Opinion
FETSA responds to European Commission’s climate recommendation
...of Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin (RFNBOs), advanced biofuels as well as feedstocks used for the decarbonisation of industry, such as ammonia. Storage infrastructure used for carbon capture, usage and...
Opinion
Logistics operators report escalating costs as fuel prices soar
...the same period a year ago with 40% of respondents saying that costs had climbed by 25% or more. according to the results of Surging costs are feeding through to...
News
Major investment at ExxonMobil jetty
...produced at Fife Ethylene Plant, using feedstock from the North Sea. Located on the northern shore of the Firth of Forth, between Dalgety Bay and Aberdour in Fife, Braefoot Bay...
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Waste-fuelled car success rallies support for sustainable fuels
...fuel the brief was it had to use genuinely sustainable feedstocks, but just as important was that its performance was comparable to our old racing fossil fuel, which it’s proven...
News
Distributor diaries June 2024
...“I am thrilled to have joined CTS as General Manager, the team has been so welcoming. I’ve been out to meet with many customers and suppliers to get their feedback...
Insight
The future for tankers
The January issue of Fuel Oil News magazine looked at the evolution of tanker design and production. Here, we look ahead and consider the future of the tanker and how...
News
Europump Maintenance H&S recognised with gold star
...and organised they were with regards to isolating the area and making the work area safe for themselves and others.” McAlister added: “It’s lovely to get feedback like this but...
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WCF Fuels – A brief encounter
...and Cumbria fuels division. Fuel Oil News recently met up with finance director, Jo Ritzema, North West general manager, Dave Spencer and commercial manager, Lynn Casson, at the company’s Carnforth...
Analysis
Mabanaft – An “innovative approach” in a tough environment
...make this one of the toughest operating environments ever seen, says Mabanaft. “With over capacity and falling consumer demand throughout Europe prompting international oil companies to focus on upstream sectors,...
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Government urged to set achievable SAF targets and consider impacts on kerosene supply
...jet fuel in 2025 would be unachievable, even according to the Department for Transport’s (DfT’s) own modelling of low carbon fuel feedstocks. While the UK Government accepts that 0.5% is...
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Craggs Energy awarded Renewable Fuel Supplier Accreditation
...“Now, customers can be assured that – through the RFAS – our renewable diesel (HVO) supply chain undergoes rigorous checks that examine everything from feedstock cultivation, collection, and production to...
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Argent Energy in big green jobs blow
...Metroline buses in London, and Eddie Stobart along with oil and gas companies including Shell and BP who blend its products with conventional diesel. Unite which represents workers at Argent Energy...
Insight
Can Northern Ireland lead the way for sustainable liquid fuels?
...budgets four and five (for heating), as the roll out could start immediately and would instantly impact all oil heated homes. Decarbonisation with consent While heat pumps may be the...
Opinion
Autumn Statement is ideal time to correct HVO duty disparity says UKIFDA and OFTEC
...around 150 properties have switched to the renewable liquid fuel Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) as part of an industry-funded demonstration. HVO is manufactured from waste cooking oil and feedstocks, meets...
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UK’s first sustainable petrol goes on sale to the public
...fuel, is a win. We don’t instantly have to go for the full switch to start making a genuine impact. As more feedstocks become available, these fuels will start to...
Opinion
UKPIA welcomes plans for Low Carbon Fuels Strategy
...while competition for limited sustainable feedstocks means there may need to be prioritisation of waste and biomass use. We trust that the Strategy which follows this Call for Ideas will...
Opinion
UKPIA welcomes Government’s E10 announcement
...the policy to enable a seamless transition for all consumers. This transition to lower carbon petrol is fully supported by the downstream oil sector as a practical measure to further...