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Our latest look at the changing downstream landscape

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UK Downstream: the changing landscape

...the former, these were sold with 5-year products supply agreements and accompanying brand licences. The emphasis now switched to being wholesalers of products i.e., B2B suppliers which, in turn, created...
The Weeks

Interview

The downstream customer

...we investigated converting to gas (as our immediate neighbours were doing at the time) but it would have cost a lot of money to connect to the newly-laid supply in...
Controversial oil terminal redevelopment plans approved

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Controversial oil terminal redevelopment plans approved

Northern Ireland’s need for fuel supply security was highlighted at a planning meeting that saw an oil terminal redevelopment application given the go-ahead despite 400 letters of objection. The controversial...

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Fuel and food continue to deliver for NWF

...positively in the short term due to the Group maintaining continuity of supply at all depots across the country. With a full complement of drivers to meet demand NWF experienced...

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Trend for forecourt closures evens out

...fuel supply in the UK and the need for planning to prevent future supply disruption should the number of operating refineries continue to fall. The report examines the latest trends...

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Thin cover for winter?

...car sales that have been falling almost continuously for nearly two years, with supply boosted by refinery upgrades. More spot diesel volumes were expected from Spain and Greece, while Israel’s...

Analysis

Mabanaft – majoring in innovative independence

...in blending remain strong in the retail market, whilst Mabanaft has concentrated more on the commercial market reselling distillates including kerosene. Reliable supply at a competitive price “One thing’s for...

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Activists adopt new tactics in oil terminal protests

...number of sites in order to protect the supply chain and ensure the safety of workers and the public in and around this critical infrastructure. ‘Ordinary’ protesting has not worked...

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The Prax Group acquires Total oil terminal

...our customers in the marine fuels environment and our commitment to build a robust and reliable supply chain to meet those needs.  It is the natural evolution in our progression...

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A future framework for heat in buildings: call for evidence

...energy efficient condensing boilers, the development of a bio fuel and alternative research into hybrid systems. The FPS also highlighted the important role members play in supplying not only heating...

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Harvest Energy extends with Simon Storage

...blending operations or for export to out-buyers. Simon Davis, head of sales and logistics, Harvest Energy, believes reliable supply partners like Simon Storage are vital. “Simon’s expertise in storage and...