Insight
The evolution of the UK biofuels sector
...of feed stock was sugar cane – again, since 2010/11 it has been corn, latterly this has been principally from the Ukraine. UK production plants Since the start-up of...
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Insight
Phillips 66 powers ahead and scores a hit with customers
Phillips 66 has shared customer feedback from its biennial conference ‘Power Ahead’ – which took place in Dubrovnik, Croatia. Held from 1-3 October, more than 200 attendees from the retail,...
News
EET Fuels appoints FEED partner for Stanlow fuel switching project
...to the UK, as well as building and maintaining employment in the UK’s industrial heartlands.” Martin Simmonite, Senior Vice President for UK Operations at Wood, added: “We are delighted to...
Interview
ESL Fuels: working with customers to deliver sustainable fuel solutions
...advice and support to UKIFDA” – Ken Cronin, CEO UKIFDA. “ESL Fuels have provided valuable technical advice and support to our members on fuel oils and sustainable liquid fuels”, David...
Analysis
Review of the UK & Ireland fuel tanker market 2024
The fuel tanker manufacturing market in the UK and Ireland has experienced a dynamic year in 2024, with various challenges, improvements, and industry developments shaping the landscape. We gathered insights...
Insight
Refining operations
...given its location, both in terms of proximity to feed stock source and as a key supply point to markets in both the UK and mainland Europe, Lindsey has several...
Insight
E-fuels – the challenges and opportunities in e-fuels
...than) the captured CO2 used to produce it. Bioenergy investments have gained momentum, but concerns persist over the availability of feedstock. The food-versus-fuel debate lingers. Although primarily considered a long-term...
Insight
Heating future: prospects for kerosene and HVO
...as the principal fuel for aviation, in the form of Jet A/A-1, will outlast the use of all other refined oil products as fuels (as opposed to feedstock), especially in...
Interview
Passion and pride celebrated with award recognition
...Award at the Logistics UK Awards. With a mission to provide outstanding service and support to every customer ensuring satisfaction at every step of the process, the Oilfast Group has...
News
Essential conference covers fleet technology, maintenance & compliance
With less than one month until Logistics UK’s Fleet Engineer – the essential one-day conference for anyone responsible for maintaining commercial vehicles – the business group is urging fleet engineers...
Interview
In profile with David Wells of Logistics UK
...Give your career history in 25 words or fewer Engineering graduate, qualified as management accountant in engineering and distribution businesses in UK, EU and USA. Joined Logistics UK in 2009,...
News
£20million HGV driver facility funding boost for logistics sector
The government’s announcement of an additional £20million to boost HGV driver facilities is a positive step forward for industry, according to Logistics UK. The business group is now calling on...
Opinion
Industry angered by plans to address driver shortages
...drivers will be resolved by 8 August?” Before the pandemic and Brexit, logistics was already experiencing a shortage of around 76,000 drivers, and Logistics UK now estimates the shortfall to...
Insight
Reducing fleet costs: how technology is reducing costs
How data-based order management can save up to 30% on operational logistics costs FoxInsights is a company driven by its passion for development of intelligent remote tank monitoring solutions, incorporating...
News
Standard approval to counter skills shortage
FTA, the business organisation representing the logistics sector, has learned this month that the long-awaited LGD Driver Apprenticeship Standard for Cat C+E licences, is to be published this summer. As...
Opinion
Energy bill support welcome but raises questions over cost and timescale
...Logistics UK, comments: “Rising energy prices are a great concern to businesses across the logistics industry, which is already operating on low profit margins. The financial support provided by the...
News
Funded ADR courses available now for HGV drivers to upskill
...UK, comments: “HGV driving is a vital occupation that supports all facets of the nation’s economy and society; Logistics UK is proud to be part of a consortium helping to train...
Opinion
Calls for ‘vital’ fuel tax cut to remove inflationary pressures on distributors
As the inflationary pressures on business costs continue to soar, Logistics UK has called on Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi MP to take decisive action to protect the nation’s supply chain and...