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Racing around at JET
...the fuel brand’s 2015 ambassador, racing driver Nicolas Hamilton, brother of Lewis Hamilton. Nicolas lives with cerebral palsy and is the first disabled competitor to participate in the Dunlop MSA...
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EnergyLink – flexible contracting from Wincanton
...energy sector as well as consistently improving our driver training, we’re addressing the needs of our customers for both today and tomorrow, working on a collaborative basis to ensure that...
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OptiMate: Now with gravity metering
...against contamination. This industry first ensures that the manifold is cleared every time, leaving the driver free to continue with their next delivery without the threat of a possible contamination....
Interview
Intern to analyst: integrating the next generation
...you want to join an industry that receives a fair amount of critical exposure? I find the wider fuel industry fascinating as a driver of economic circumstances, with road fuel...
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Flagship bunkering facility opens
...and transactions.” Gary Brown, driver trainer from bulk distributor, Reynolds Logistics, commented: “We have 25 drivers using this Thurrock facility, drawing on average 2,600 litres a day (13,000 a week). The...
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Boosting brand awareness at the Silverstone Classic
...race enthusiasts, an F1 Pitstop Challenge, a full motion VR simulator and high spec VR playseat challenge simulators. JET was once again joined again by brand ambassador, race driver Nic...
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UKIFDA announces new category as entries open for industry awards
...talent, hard work and forward thinking within this sector in the following categories: Driver of the Year – sponsored by OAMPS Depot of the Year – sponsored by Penn Underwriting...
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Everything that a manager of people needs
...anytime, and from anywhere.” Evalu-8, which costs £1.75 per month per employee, is currently being trialled by fuel distributors keen to monitor sales and/or driver performance. Those using have found...
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The UK’s first purpose built oil re-refinery
...The site has the advantage of excellent transport connections by road, rail and water along the River Mersey and Manchester Ship Canal and will enable Hydrodec to tap into the...
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Scotland’s first vegetable oil heated home
...in the battle against climate change. Ken Cronin CEO UKIFDA, Jodie Allan & family, and delivery driver Sean Smith. Photograph by Martin Shields Previously reported at Fuel Oil News, Jodie...
Opinion
Increasing fuel duty would harm growth, warns Logistics UK
...HMRC. Growth and productivity “Nothing moves without logistics and our sector is a key driver for growth and productivity,” continues Green. “We have a great opportunity to help kickstart the...
Interview
In Conversation with Miriam James of Silvey Fleet
...implementation of effective strategies. In addition, I was a driver in the review and re-statement of our mission, business vision and the establishment of the associated values which, together, define...
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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...
Insight
Addressing winter challenges: Martin Goddard, Depot Manager, Gleaner Ltd Inverness
...Park and is spectacularly beautiful. Our depot there is a small one; we have one driver, Robert, and one sales advisor, Brenda, both of whom have been with the company...
Interview
Thoughts on Christmas from the fuel distribution community
...year in the snow! Matthew Gilmore Director Just Tankers 1. Why did the truck driver bring a ladder to the Christmas party? Because they heard the drinks were on the...
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FTA Transport Manager on tour
...practice advice on forthcoming legislation and enforcement changes. At the 2014 series of events, sponsored by Goodyear and Volvo, delegates will hear from the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)...
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Keeping tankers moving
...on the move with informative driver cards and posters about driving in severe weather conditions. Essential in-cab winter kits containing shovels, torches, high visibility vests, an emergency foil blanket and...
Opinion
Stick or Twist: oil services have crucial choices to make as energy transition accelerates
...sought after as entry points into new markets. Premium valuations are already evident for renewable-facing businesses. The availability of finance will probably also be a driver of this transition. As...