Opinion
Prax pledges on jobs and decarbonisation
Luc Smets has been appointed general manager of the Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery at North Killingholme, bringing with him more than three decades of experience in the petrochemical industry, with...
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The Prax Group acquisition, appointments and securitisation
...Luc Smets, general manager, Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery appointment, Luc was refinery manager for the Gunvor Group, where he also sat as chairman of the refinery’s board of directors, and...
Interview
In Profile – Luc Smets
In the August edition of Fuel Oil News magazine, we chatted with Luc Smets, general manager at Prax Lindsey oil refinery, to discover more about the man behind the industry...
Interview
In Profile: Luc Smets
Speaking of his family, recent achievements and a love of chocolate, we chat with Luc Smets, general manager at Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery to discover more about the man behind...
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Distributor diaries September 2023
The latest updates from our distributor community Compass Fuel Oils – delivering 500l of kerosene to a lucky winner! Compass Fuel Oils, the Lancashire-based fuel distributor, has announced the winner...
Opinion
A reliable and secure supply
...come. To oversee operations on site, the Prax Group appointed Luc Smets as general manager of the refinery. Luc confirmed that the acquisition “provides an opportunity to close a gap...
News
Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery selected for the next phase of CCUS sequencing
...and investment. Luc Smets, general manager at Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery, said: “We are extremely pleased to have been selected for the next phase of CCUS sequencing. This underlines our...
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Prax Lindsey launches first-of-its kind apprenticeship to support low carbon transition
...testing, all vital for the safe and reliable running of the refinery and industrial sites. Luc Smets, general manager at Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery, commented: “The foundations for transforming Prax...
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Prax refinery joins decarbonisation project
...Energy. This project is likely to be implemented in two phases with the first in 2027 and the second following in 2029. Commitment to sustainable business Luc Smets, general manager...
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A champagne day for Hull-based Rix
...Lerrix by Lucinda Rix, daughter of company chairman, John Rix. The name “Lerrix”, explained John, comes from Lucinda’s initials (Lucinda Emily Rix), coupled with the company convention of having the...
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Distributor diaries November 2023:updates from our distributor community
...enjoyed the day with the sun shining and luck on their side as Warrington Town, also known as The Yellows, had their first win since 19th August getting them back...
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Biofuels – an uncertain future
...renewable source. RTFO was subsequently changed in 2009 to slow down targets because of concerns about the effects of indirect land use change (ILUC). The targets for the biofuel content...
Opinion
Fuel crisis proves that supply trust is vital
...Dr Florian Lucker, senior lecturer in Supply Chain Management at Bayes Business School, explained the effects of the current situation on the supply chain as a whole, right up to...
Interview
Donegal distributor gets lucky
Killybegs – where Donegal has a depot Some lucky decisions and a keen share of the marine and lubricant markets have helped give one distributor a positive outlook in recession,...
News
Abbey Logistics HGV technician conquers challenge for charity
...of eight, to raise money for A Stroke of Luck, a charity offering advice and access to exercise-based stroke recovery. The challenge involves climbing the three highest peaks in Britain,...
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Distributor diaries December 2023: updates from our distributor community
...a company based in Sweden. I have been lucky enough to stand side by side with our pro staff, who are regarded as some of the best lure anglers in...
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April 2024 – latest updates from our distributor community
...by. “No two weeks are ever the same at WCF, and I have been lucky enough to be part of a period of considerable change, not only in terms of...
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Shortlists announced for prestigious industry awards
...the prestigious Awards Dinner. We wish all the nominees the best of luck!” UKIFDA Depot of the Year The shortlist for the UKIFDA Depot of the Year 2024 award, sponsored...