Opinion
Ken’s Corner – Working together in changing times
...doing things differently, and it has been a cornerstone of our industry in recent years. This year’s EXPO focuses partly on acknowledging the changing times. One of the more important...
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Coryton partnership could see second-generation biofuels break new boundaries
...2023 itinerary. “Last year, BRX became the first major team to compete in Dakar with sustainable fuel. This year, we want to take first place in the race too. Having...
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Winner of UKIFDA Innovation Award announced
...the last year. “It was lovely celebrating with everyone during UKIFDA EXPO and we look forward to another successful and progressive year.” To find out more about UKIFDA, visit ukifda.org...
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Distributor diaries September 2023
...a message for Stuart: “Thank you for being on this journey, your years of loyalty, dedication and hard work over the last 10 years have not gone unnoticed.” Congratulations on...
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Distributor Diaries – February 2024
...of its partnership with Northamptonshire County Cricket Club for another year. Charles Wootton, Depot Manager at Barton Petroleum said: “We have thoroughly enjoyed our first year as a partner of...
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Award for Pullman Fleet Services
...has won the annual HOYER/MAN dealer of the year award. The winners of the technician and outstanding performer of the year awards were also announced. “The awards recognise those maintenance...
Interview
Transition talk from Mabanaft CEO Jonathan Perkins
...did I get into commodities? It’s a good question. I certainly didn’t take a traditional route in, I spent the first 10 or 11 years of my career working in...
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UKIFDA announces new category as entries open for industry awards
...talent, hard work and forward thinking within this sector in the following categories: Driver of the Year – sponsored by OAMPS Depot of the Year – sponsored by Penn Underwriting...
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Industry unites to innovate and collaborate at UKIFDA Show 2025
...distribution industry at the First Direct Arena in Leeds. This year’s gathering highlighted innovation, leadership and collaboration at a transitional time for the sector. With over 700 plus attendees, 51...
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Stable oil prices mean a fall in Group revenue for J.R. Rix & Sons
...reported a turnover of £430.3m in the 12 months to 31 December 2023, a decrease of 19.6% on the previous year. However, the previous year’s performance, which saw petroleum sales...
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Oil price at seven-year high amid supply concerns
The oil price has hit a seven-year high with geopolitical tensions and a winter storm in the United States adding to concerns over supply disruptions. With supplies already tight, and...
Analysis
Implications of the UK’s EV pivot in a global storm
...roads, a 38.9% increase year-on-year. Yet, despite this growth, 96.3% of the UK car parc still fills up with petrol or diesel. The total number of vehicles on British roads...
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Distributor diaries June 2024
...for last year and continue to support personally. “To donate to my fundraiser this year, please visit justgiving.com/ page/benfirth-3peaks and to learn more about the Matthew22 Fund and Matthew’s story,...
Opinion
Ken’s Corner – A managed transition?
On September 30th this year, the Ratcliffe coal-fired power station in Nottingham closed, marking the end of over 140 years of electricity generation from coal in the UK. This...
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Chemical Business Association wins multiple awards
The Chemical Business Association (CBA) has enjoyed a third consecutive year of recognition from fellow association peers at the 2025 Trade Association Forum (TAF) Awards, winning the Event of the...
Opinion
Momentum builds for CCUS and hydrogen. Is the hype warranted?
...zero targets. Will that momentum gather pace in 2022? What could stand in the way? 2022 will be critical as energy transition technologies move beyond hype to delivery This year...
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Fluctuating oil price fuels growth
...£407m in 2017 to £496m last year as oil prices peaked at key trading times in the year. Rix Petroleum, the largest business in the Group, accounted for 70% of...
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Oil and gas apprenticeship scheme open for applications
...as a Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) at SCVQ Level 7 in their discipline In 2021 27-year-old Ruari Spriddle from Dunfermline was named OPITO Apprentice of the Year. He secured a...