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Focusing on fleet safety
This autumn the Freight Transport Association has a range of initiatives and events designed to help with fleet safety starting with the Safety in Logistics conference this Wednesday (12th October)...
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Calls for Government support as oil homes switch to fossil-free HVO in numbers
...have now converted to the fossil-free kerosene alternative. The HVO demonstration is being led by trade associations OFTEC and UKIFDA, in partnership with fuel distributors and technicians, as part of...
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UKIFDA announces new chief executive
...now has a robust voice across the whole of the fuel sector, creating collaborations with other trade associations as well as on-going activity with both the UK and Irish governments.”...
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Slicker Recycling scoops Servicesure Autocentre award
...Recycling was chosen ahead of a long list of approved partners for its successful six-year long association with the 600-strong network of UK independent garages. Sustainable solutions Throughout the partnership,...
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Winner of UKIFDA Innovation Award announced
...properties and homes currently reliant on fossil fuel.” Involved since the start with UKIFDA and fellow trade association OFTEC with the drive to a renewable fuel alternative, Mitchell & Webber...
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Oil industry stars recognised
...this by OFTEC means a lot. The award further strengthens the work that we do and will undoubtedly benefit the business going forward.” Oil Tank Installer of the Year was...
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In Profile – Alex Wolfe of Certas Energy UK
...Describe your dream job (if you weren’t doing this?) Chairman of ATP (Association of Tennis Professionals). What’s the best business advice you’ve ever received? On my MBA, from Alliance Manchester...
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Generation Logistics a gamechanger for recruitment, says government minister
...Week, attended by more than 150 representatives of more than 50 companies and trade associations from across the logistics sector that support the campaign. During the event, the Minister also...
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Off grid homeowners benefit from low prices
...we have over the last year been working with our Members and other trade associations on a pathway to decarbonising liquid fuel to help consumers find a personal pathway that...
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Reviewing the UK’s oil stocking system
...Compulsory Stock Obligation (CSO) going forward. We welcome DECC’s commitment to examine the case for this approach, and look forward to responding to this key consultation.” The Downstream Fuel Association...
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1st October – Debt Pre-Action Protocol
...(including a sole-trader). The Protocol does not apply to business-to-business debts (limited entities, PLCs, partnerships, unincorporated associations, mutual societies, LLPs) unless the debtor is a sole trader The Protocol does...
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Irish Heating Alliance calls for ‘pragmatic addition’ to home decarbonisation policy
...blend can be implemented immediately at no upfront cost to the consumer. The report, funded by Fuels for Ireland, OFTEC and the UK and Ireland Fuel Distributors Association (UKIFDA) in...
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Up to speed with transport matters?
The 2016 Freight Transport Association (FTA) Transport Manager conferences start in Chepstow on Wednesday 14th September Sponsored by Iveco, delegates will have the chance to hear directly from the traffic...
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Net Zero report – FPS and OFTEC respond
The industry’s key trade associations – the Federation of Petroleum Suppliers (FPS) and OFTEC – were quick to respond to the Net Zero report published by the Committee on Climate...
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Logistics industry concerns over sulphur surcharge
...in the shipping industry. The Association sees these as an old-fashioned hang-over from a previous era. Managing input cost changes is a normal part of business and can be dealt...
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Essar strengthens governance through Board appointment of Mark Palios
...executive of the Football Association, carving out a specialism and expertise in business and sports governance. He has extensive non-executive and executive board experience, sitting on the boards of a...
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Oil – the cheapest form of heating since July 2014
...option with wood pellets costing £1283 per annum and air source heat pump radiators £1681 per annum. The FPS has joined forces with other trade associations to lobby the Government...
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Industry concerned over lifespan and cost of Euro VII proposals
...cost. Minimal benefit Oliver Zipse, President of the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) and CEO of BMW noted: “Unfortunately, the environmental benefit of the Commission’s proposal is very limited, whereas...