Interview
DCC on ambitions for Ireland and energy transition
...journey through energy transition.” Despite so many positives, we were sure that something must keep Eddie awake at night. “Health and safety is the big thing that comes to mind,”...
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Essar safety achievement raises £3,000 for local charity
Further to news of the significant safety milestone achieved at Stanlow, a donation of £3,000 has been made to the Ellesmere Port based Boaty Theatre Company to support the delivery...
News
TOTY 2022 Runner Up: Craggs – a next generation tanker
...and equipped with advanced safety features such as anti-roll and anti-slip technology to protect the driver and prevent accidents on the road. In addition to its impressive capacity and safety...
Opinion
Dodgy tanks – do you refuse to fill?
...short answer is yes. Our drivers are issued with a clear instruction in their handbook which lists approximately 20 points for safety and environmental checks for the tank and delivery...
News
Barton Petroleum improves fleet safety and driver performance with Mircolise
Barton Petroleum has deployed the Microlise Fleet Performance solution to improve safety and driver performance and deliver increased efficiencies across its fleet. The Microlise fleet tracking and utilisation solution will...
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UKIFDA launches trio of fuel distribution industry awards
...hard work and dedication put in by every member of a fuel business to meet exacting safety and operating standards.” To win the Depot of the Year Award 2022, depots...
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UKIFDA EXPO 2024: the industry awards
...Ireland whose inspirational stories motivate the entire industry to keep pushing for the highest standards in safety, efficiency and customer care. “This is our 23rd consecutive year of sponsoring this...
News
Fuel supplies ‘at risk’ as Fawley workers ballot result awaited
...oil every day. The workers involved, described by Unite as “providing safety-critical services, meaning strike action could lead to shutdowns across the plant” are employed by three contractors on the...
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Tankers business growth sees Suttons Group invest in site expansion
...“ensure that our operations continue to meet the highest safety standards and provide room for future development”. With increasing space constraints, the leading international logistics and supply chain specialist began...
Interview
Josh Burton, WCF Chandlers: The next generation
...capacity with business demand. “Throughout the day, I work with the operations team to coordinate servicing and repairs, ensuring vehicle availability and safety standards are maintained. I also serve as...
Knowledge
Consequences: the importance of daily defect and pre-journey checks
...requirements relating not only to the appropriate paperwork, but also the provision of suitable PPE and other safety equipment such as fire extinguishers. Historically, there has been sporadic police interventions...
News
Training boost for UK energy sector
...both facilities, implementing even more stringent measures to ensure the safety of everyone on site including on-site medical questionnaires and checks, temperature checks, and operating at 20% capacity with reconfigured...
News
FTA welcomes HGV speed limit consultation
...publications, Load Safe, Road Safe and Transport Safety have been produced by the Health and Safety Laboratory (HSL), with assistance from a number of organisations. They offer drivers and other...
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Bungalow destroyed by tank fire
Find an OFTEC registered technician at www.oftec.org.uk/Consumers/FindTechnician In the wake of an oil tank fire which destroyed a bungalow in Belvoir, Belfast last week, OFTEC has again issued safety advice...
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XPO Logistics works with Arco
‘XPO will help to ensure our customers receive the vital safety equipment they need to run their operations,’ said Neil Griffiths, divisional director, logistics XPO Logistics has been awarded a...
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HVO boost as XPO Logistics expands use of sustainable biofuel
...strong commitment to safety and sustainability, highlighted by rigorous preparation in eco-driving techniques and Tour safety protocols. Innovation in sustainable transport Luis Gómez, president of XPO Logistics – Europe, said:...
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Distributor Diaries January 24: the latest updates from our distributor community
...Health and Safety Performance Award at the APEA industry awards in November. TheStop at The Hollies is located just off junction 12 of the M6, on the A5 towards Cannock....
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HOYER Petrolog – driver of the year
...East and BP Stanlow. To qualify for a place, drivers competed over a period of eight months from April to December 2017. Those with the highest safety & efficiency scores...