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Maersk Training UK launches upgraded training centre
...and confined space training unit, a first aid simulator, and a dedicated basic technical training simulator – which is the only one of its kind in Aberdeen. Leonard Machado, managing...
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Driver shortages create barrier
...some distributors have had to rely on drivers hired from agencies, although this can sometimes be more of a hindrance than a help. Carrie Marsh, managing director, Marsh Fuels told...
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Oilfast expands South West Scotland network with new Dumfries depot
...and Galloway and neighbouring areas. Commenting on the launch, Tony Stewart, Managing Director at Oilfast, said: “This depot represents an exciting step forward for both Oilfast and the local community....
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Suttons Tankers agrees deal
...bulk commodity chemical business as complementary to our existing offer and in line with our strategic commitment to this market,” said Michael Cundy, managing director, Suttons Tankers. “Customers can be...
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Crown Oil announces acquisition of Samuel Cooke
...acquisition of key assets by Crown Oil. Crown Group managing director, Matt Greensmith, explained, “We will continue to trade under the Samuel Cooke name and we can assure existing customers...
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BP and Castrol – new partner for Renault Sport Racing
...of Renault Sport Racing. “With the new aerodynamic regulations for the 2017 Formula One season, power sensitivity will increase,” said Cyril Abiteboul, managing director, Renault Sport Racing. “Therefore fuels and...
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The winning ways of trucks
...Fleet Truck of the Year for a record-breaking 11th time, Volvo continues to strive to cut the number of rear-end impacts. Ray Ashworth, managing director of DAF Trucks UK said:...
Interview
Crown Oil – delivering carbon neutrality as it celebrates 75 years
...decide to focus on becoming carbon neutral? “Becoming a carbon neutral business was a steppingstone towards our ultimate goal of becoming net zero. While we work towards achieving this, managing...
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Oilfast to launch unmanned retail fuel facility
...Important milestone Managing Director Tony Stewart commented, “As one of the UK’s largest distributors of fuel, lubricants, AdBlue and fuel cards, we have long seen entry to the retail market...
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FON Fantasy Football League: It came down to the final whistle
...an astonishing 10 different players winning the ESL-sponsored Manager of the Month Award – and no monthly winner managing to do it more than once! Highs and lows From the...
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Veteran awards showcase sees Richard Wallace, LCM Environmental, named as finalist
...the role of group managing director only 3 months into his employment. After successfully tripling the turnover and net profit of the businesses, Richard was promoted to CEO LCM Environmental...
Interview
A Day in the Life with Anthony Williams of Certas Energy
...issues. I am responsible for managing two depot sites; The Three Cocks and Cinderford. My week is spent between these two locations. In total I manage nine drivers across the...
Opinion
Fuel duty debate pits fiscal pressure against economic and environmental risks
As the Chancellor weighs difficult fiscal decisions ahead of tomorrow’s Budget, the debate over fuel duty underlines the tension between raising essential revenue and managing the wider economic and environmental...
Interview
In conversation with Jonathan Pinnock of JPS Fuels
...of two drivers – including Jonathan – and one member of office staff, with Jonathan managing all the route planning and paperwork. Today the business runs three tankers from a...
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Mabanaft supports jet fuel supply resilience in the UK
Standing next to the new Mabanaft road loading rack at Oikos storage on Canvey Island are Mabanaft’s joint managing director, Martin Cook (r) and Toby Simmons, aviation manager Mabanaft recently hosted an open day at the Oikos storage facility on Canvey...
Interview
A Day in the Life with Jordan Ferlisi of New Era Energy
...big part of my role also involves managing the full employee lifecycle. From running inductions to supporting managers on probation reviews or handling employee exits. What I enjoy most is...
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Euro Garages joins forces with EFR
...share best practices by leveraging EFR’s fuel purchasing and distribution expertise and international experience whilst benefiting from Euro Garages’ expertise in successfully managing brand partnerships and delivering retail excellence. “I...
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Crucial future role for tank storage
...segments of the economy, bulk storage also felt the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19), compelling it to marshal its strength and resilience to keep liquid supplies flowing, and managing inventories...