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Life begins at 40
...the tanker. Having entered the business formally some years later, as a yard boy at the Watford depot, Richard then took a break to go to university. Keen to gain...
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UKIFDA announces final shortlist for EXPO 2024 Awards
...for the Young Person of the Year 2024 Award, sponsored by Just Tankers, UKIFDA reveals the three young people who are in the final running for the accolade. The shortlist includes Jack...
Opinion
A successful transition requires a cross-sector commitment
...– meaning that it can help the industry and consumers on their energy transition journey, easily. In my more than 15 years working in the renewables sector (20 years in...
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Essar-sponsored Chester Half Marathon milestone triggers bonus charity donation
...tens of thousands of runners have crossed the finish line with many people returning year after year to enjoy the experience this event offers. A special award “When we started...
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Distributor diaries September 24: updates from our distributor community
...similar events booked in for later this year! “It’s now turning into a family event too as, after my Tough Mudder challenge was finished, my 8-year-old son, Sam Duckworth, completed...
Interview
In Profile – Andy Ruffell-Ward, Harvest Energy Ltd
...TOTAL and the past 3½ years with Prax. Describe yourself in 3 words: Honest. Easy-going. Positive. What were your childhood / early ambitions? When I was about 8 years old,...
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The search is on for the driver of the year
...this year’s awards,” said Dawn Dawn Shakespeare, FPS marketing and events manager. Last year’s winner was Darren Gilham from Certas Energy’s Ashford depot with Chris Brooks of NWF/Evesons Fuels, Kenilworth...
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Mabanaft appoints new management team
...with twenty years’ experience, has worked as finance director for Mabanaft Limited for five years. He has been involved in all aspects of the business and played a significant role...
Opinion
Report suggests a better future for an energy sector emerging from crisis
...extremely challenging 12 months, but as the year draws to a close, there is hope. Spiralling energy costs and the impact of Russia’s war with Ukraine have had a damaging...
Analysis
25% increase in annual fuel prices drives fleet costs up by millions
...in October 2022 was £467.50, compared to £340 in 2021. For large haulage companies running fleets of around 2000 HGVs, it means a year on year increase in fuel expenditure...
Opinion
Procurement: why embracing the net zero challenge is good for business
...against a baseline year as your target, and a 50% reduction by 2030 (which is now only 5 years away, by the way). For example, you measure your emissions from...
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New terminal manager at Certas Energy
...been a valued employee for many years. On behalf of Certas Energy, I’d like to thank him for his hard work and commitment to the business over the years. We...
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Tank storage industry buzzing after “best StocExpo yet”
...new business. This year’s event took place in Rotterdam and, with 40% more tank storage and future fuels professionals attending than last year, 2023 was bigger and better than ever. ...
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Essar ‘strong performance’ update supports energy transition
...calendar year 2022 against the same period last year resulting in consolidated revenues during the quarter (on an IFRS basis) of $3.72 billion – an increase of 83% on the...
Insight
Industry data: the latest update from the UKIFDA databank
...end of March 2023 (therefore, one year since the invasion of Ukraine). Where comments are made regarding comparative differences, they are UKIFDA comments borne from conversations with third parties. N.B....
Insight
UK Downstream: the changing landscape
The 2000s – a period of substantial change: After a long period (25+ years) when the competitive landscape in the UK remained largely unchanged, the 1990s heralded the beginnings of...
Interview
Alfons Haar Ltd: proudly celebrating 75 years
...the company in the last 75 years are incredible to think about. The next 75 years may see even more dramatic changes as the world works towards carbon neutrality and...
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Last chance to enter as competition to find Transport Manager of the Year returns
Logistics UK is thrilled to announce the return of its Transport Manger of The Year event, following its resounding success last year and there is a £1000 top prize to...