Analysis
Annual industry event is reviewed by the fuel distribution community
When asked ‘how was it for you?’ our community said… “I thought the 1-day programme worked really well; it was great to catch up with so many people. The only...
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News
Spring statement sees ‘biggest ever’ cut to fuel duty
...plans to support people with the rising cost of living. Motoring experts at the RAC suggest the 5p-a-litre cut to fuel duty will save drivers of both petrol and diesel...
Interview
Transition talk from Mabanaft CEO Jonathan Perkins
...assets, and skilled people. They are the backbone of what we do today and fundamental to our ability to meet evolving customer needs. To deliver a sustainable business, as we...
News
UKIFDA announces final shortlist for EXPO 2024 Awards
...for the Young Person of the Year 2024 Award, sponsored by Just Tankers, UKIFDA reveals the three young people who are in the final running for the accolade. The shortlist includes Jack...
News
Burning oil? Call to make CO alarms law
...Health & Safety Executive (HSE) says 40 people die every year from accidental CO poisoning and 4,000 people are treated at A&E Departments with CO symptoms, which can lead to...
News
Tank storage industry buzzing after “best StocExpo yet”
...Visitor Frans Moolman, senior control engineer, Zenith, said: “StocExpo is great this year. It’s nice to meet new people and see new companies and new technology.” Another visitor, Marvin...
News
Carbon monoxide poisoning – are your customers aware?
...domestic use. “Most people associate carbon monoxide poisoning with faulty gas appliances,” said OFTEC’s Malcolm Farrow. “The risk is significantly lower with oil-fired central heating but consumers should not be...
News
Government portal opens for Alternative Fuel Payment applications
...of the two million people across the UK who use fuels such as heating oil, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), coal or biomass to heat their homes should have received their...
Opinion
LSIP funding will support industry growth, says Logistics UK
...to make strides in raising awareness for the sector, and we are delighted to see the enthusiasm which it is instilling within people to work within logistics. Combined with the...
News
Hand sanitiser spark risk warning
...solvents (including alcohols) being ignited by uncontrolled discharges of electrostatic sparks in a recently released guidance note. The importance of grounding people Managers of facilities where operators have exposure to...
Opinion
Ken’s Corner: Are you sitting comfortably?
I am writing this on the train back from Coventry, where the UKIFDA Show & Conference took place. During the event, many people came up to me and commented on...
News
Prepare for a cold winter
...in September in association with the Government and consumer agencies, ACRE (Action with Communities in Rural England), Citizens Advice Bureau and Consumer Focus but many people still haven’t heeded our...
News
Putting some fire into Cold Homes Week
...with Age UK to produce a booklet for older people, who are most at risk, to help them keep warm and well during the winter.” Download the Age UK leaflet...
Opinion
The community speaks
...the community said: Peace and the hope we can end the Ukraine crisis and allow people democracy and freedom across the world. (many times) Price stability. Arsenal to win the...
News
Topaz, Aware and Ireland legend Alan Quinlan promote positive mental health
...was launched by former Ireland rugby international Alan Quinlan. One in ten Irish people experience depression, and the partnership aims to promote positive mental health. It will also see Topaz...
Opinion
Fuel industry responds to Transport Decarbonisation Plan
...growth in passenger numbers. Instead, the Secretary of State has commented ‘It’s not about stopping people doing things: it’s about doing the same things differently. We will still fly on...
News
An extraordinary year for Fairbanks
...from Investors in People. “We’re acutely aware of the challenging trading conditions facing our industry sector, for us as a service provider as well as for our customers. Thanks to...
News
Logistics UK
... “The industry has changed beyond all recognition over the last decade, with our work having brought logistics to the forefront of many people’s minds, and in the past couple of...