News
New openings in Wales
...2016 in Liverpool. (L-r) Richard Marsh with Shane Williams and Andrew Lacey both of Star Multifuels Envirostore UK and Star Multifuels have both opened new premises in Wales. “Having the new office...
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Interview
In Conversation with United Fuels
...Content Lead for Fuel Oil News, spoke with James Ferguson, Managing Director at United Fuels. A day never to be forgotten The United Fuels team are delighted to be celebrating...
Interview
Bedford Fuels: fuel distribution one year on
At the start of this year, we spoke with Bedford Fuels Ltd, an ambitious new entrant into the fuel distribution community. The company celebrated its 1st anniversary at the beginning...
Analysis
The changing face of the fuel depot
...a whole has changed,” says managing director, Leanne Hardy. “When we started 30 years ago, a typical fuel distributor was independent and operator- owned. Large company acquisitions changed the structure...
Interview
Drivers of the Year on the industry and the role of the tanker driver
...ability to exceed expectations. Claudia Weeks, Community Content Lead for Fuel Oil News, spoke to the winner of the 2025 Driver of the Year Award, Peter Stubbington, Certas Energy, and...
Interview
Raising standards in energy distribution with Standard Fuel Oils
With Standard Fuel Oils having celebrated 10 years in the industry in October last year, we hear from them about the sector they have served over this time to understand...
News
Renewable liquid fuel availability report supports home heating oil market use
The UK domestic heating oil market can easily be accommodated within the overall requirement for renewable liquid fuels according to a major new report. The recently published report has found...
News
Essar appoints Stein Ivar Bye as chief executive officer
The board of Essar Oil UK Ltd has announced the appointment of Stein Ivar Bye, former boss of Sweden’s largest fuel firm, as chief executive officer. Leaving behind his job...
Interview
In conversation with Dave Walmsley: enthusiastic for NWF Fuels expansion
...– Sweetfuels, at the end of last year, Darch Oil, Consols Oils in Cornwall – are all predominantly domestic businesses. We have a very loyal and consistent customer base, but...
Insight
Liquid fuel industry and heat pump lobbyists in agreement over ‘unfair’ new oil boiler ban
The Heat Pump Federation (HPF) has joined the growing number of voices calling for a rethink on the proposed 2026 deadline for off-grid homes. Commenting that a ban on new oil...
News
Campaign-leading distributor first to lift US imported HVO following tariff removal
Cornwall-based fuel distributor Mitchell and Webber undertook the first lifting of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) imported from the US at the Valero terminal in Cardiff last Thursday. Mitchell & Webber...
News
NWF declares itself “a dominant force in UK fuel distribution” following fourth acquisition this year
...Oils is known for its large domestic and agricultural customer base. Mark Adcock, Sales Director commented: “We’re thrilled to welcome Harrisons Oils. This acquisition aligns perfectly with our strategy to...
News
Oilfast launches new, improved website
...reflects Oilfast’s refreshed brand image, while also enhancing the browsing experience. Navigation has been thoughtfully organised into distinct sections, allowing for a seamless and intuitive exploration of Oilfast’s offerings. Key...
Opinion
USA turn from fossil fuel ‘more direct, more fierce and quicker’ than expected
Since his inauguration, the new American President, Joe Biden, has wasted no time in initiating the shift away from coal, oil and natural gas – once the bedrock of US...
News
Naresh Nayyar returns to EET Fuels
...orchestrating turnarounds, Naresh is a seasoned expert in oil and gas market development. Naresh’s career includes pivotal roles as Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Essar Oil Limited (then...
News
Standard Fuel Oils acquires Solo Petroleum to expand fuel distribution reach
...customers of both Standard Fuel Oils and Solo Petroleum were assured the transition would be “seamless, with continued access to high-quality products and services”. Image provided by Standard Fuel Oils...
News
Distributor Diaries – February 2024
...helps. We hope this helps our drivers stay a warmer when they’re out delivering.” Nolan Oils – supporting local football with new kit deal Nolan Oils, the Bicester-based fuel distributor,...
News
Industry energy expansion reflected in new name for OGUK
...the wider oil and gas industry, particularly across the North East of Scotland. The decision to rebrand is absolutely right and reflects moves across the oil and gas sector to...