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Bungalow destroyed by tank fire
...householders to review the positioning of their oil tank and if necessary, to take action,” said OFTEC’s David Blevings. “Oil is a very safe fuel, provided it is stored correctly. ...
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Industry leaders urge government to cut duty on low carbon liquid fuels
...net-zero through sustainable fuels. “This unified call for action clearly demonstrates the strong determination of both business leaders and everyday consumers who want to do the right thing for the...
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DCC to acquire BP’s LPG business in Britain
...sales volumes of approximately 190,000 tonnes. Tommy Breen, DCC chief executive, said: “We have a successful track record in acquiring energy distribution businesses from the oil majors as they exit...
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Fuel industry unites in call for government to back renewable liquid fuels
The liquid fuel heating industry called on the government to take immediate action to ensure the UK’s off-grid homes and businesses have affordable and realistic decarbonisation solutions as leaders gathered...
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JET revs up for Silverstone
...action-packed racing event, which takes place from 28 – 30th July. “JET is considered by many to be a classic British brand, so we’re delighted to be official partner for...
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Ground-breaking report from UKPIA proposes net zero pathway
...report, UKPIA director-general, Stephen Marcos Jones said; “This is an exciting yet challenging period of evolution for the downstream oil sector – we are committed to action on climate change...
Interview
A Day in the Life – Carly McNaughton
...need to add to my to do list, or action straight away. When working on a new customer implementation, the project team will have a daily internal call to discuss...
Analysis
Analysing the driver recruitment market: Noz Miah of Aim Recruit
...such as the prohibition of drivers taking their children to work, have eliminated a significant attraction for entering the driving profession. “The requirement to acquire and apply knowledge through tests...
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Petroineos GasOil and Biofuel Workshop
...action with the support of all stakeholders. After the workshop a Petroineos spokesman communicated the plan, ‘We are committed to engaging with our industry associations – UKPIA, and Scottish &...
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EG Group agrees £750m deal with ASDA
...clearance being received by the group’s shareholders for their acquisition of Asda. Subject to these approvals, the transaction is expected to close in the second quarter of 2021. If the...
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New crackdown on polluting truck drivers as DVSA steps up roadside checks
...crackdown, truck drivers and operators who try to cheat vehicle emissions could be taken off Britain’s roads. The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is taking tough action after the...
Insight
Driver risks: the mutual benefits of effective management
...short of drivers, especially at key times of the year when every delivery is vital to both customer satisfaction and business success. But, alongside recruitment, it is essential that driver...
Opinion
Crude falls below $100/bbl as OPEC+ increases output but for how long?
In a bid to alleviate high energy prices the world’s leading oil producers agreed last week to raise production. The minor increased output from members of OPEC+ will add 100,000...
Opinion
Transitioning from oil to renewables – cost or investment?
...of the past and present. The change we need today, the change to carbon-neutrality, requires change in both mindsets and actions. This change is a team play and a choice...
Insight
Maintaining good mental health: Coping with anxiety
...on alert. Sometimes our executive brain can calm this response by rationalising the situation, thinking through the problem, and taking alternative action. However, when the threat is perceived to be...
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Gold Award recognises charity’s success in supporting ex-military into HGV driving careers
...charity in 2020 after realising action was needed to support ex-military into new careers, following the death of a close, ex-army friend Sergeant Jamie Doyle.” Grateful for support Veterans into...
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Expanding brand presence across the UK
Harvest Energy, the retail division of the Prax Group, has acquired Retail Fuels Limited which owns and operates nine retail forecourts in the UK Completed in December, the acquisition reflects...
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Distributor Diaries January 24: the latest updates from our distributor community
...“With the trend of the conscious consumer on the rise, we wanted to boost our own climate action and find a way to help our customers enhance their sustainability journey....