News
New business innovates fuel transportation
...a provider of specialist equipment used to transfer dry and liquid bulk materials from road tankers and other vehicles. The company has continued to evolve its portfolio and now also...
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Interview
James Hygate, Firefly Green Fuels: challenges and progress on the pathway to green aviation
...SAF high on the agenda in a rapidly transforming energy sector, Claudia Weeks, Community Content Lead for Fuel Oil News, met with James Hygate, CEO, for an update on the...
News
Truckstops go the extra mile to make Christmas special for drivers
...or breakdowns that might impact Christmas plans. Many are away from home four nights a week, some for weeks at a time, so we do all we can to create...
News
Fuel switch in full flow for River Thames
...terminal to the river, removing the need for on-road delivery tankers in the supply chain to fuel river vessels. GPS Marine’s fleet of tugs, barges and multi-purpose vessels is the...
Knowledge
Ryan Finnigan, Ribble Fuel Oils: ten top tips for tanker care
...ties and quality service. Claudia Weeks, Community Content Lead for Fuel Oil News, asked Ryan Finnigan, an experienced tanker driver from Ribble Fuel Oils, for his Top Ten Tips for...
Analysis
Fuelling success: a distributor overcoming talent and driver shortages
...teamwork, openness, safety, continuous improvement, and simplicity run throughout their operations. Within the fast-paced Operations department, prioritising employee well-being and safety is paramount, with teamwork essential to effective delivery. WP...
News
TOTY 2022 Runner Up: Craggs – a next generation tanker
...and equipped with advanced safety features such as anti-roll and anti-slip technology to protect the driver and prevent accidents on the road. In addition to its impressive capacity and safety...
News
Volvo tests hydrogen-powered electric trucks on public roads
...hydrogen-powered fuel cell trucks to test on public roads for the first time. “Trucks are operating seven days a week and in all types of weather. The harsh conditions on...
News
Inver expands sales at Cardiff
...Our ability to supply ex-rack or to deliver using our fleet of dedicated road tankers is also an important optionality and service.” A sales-based company that focuses on understanding the...
News
New crackdown on polluting truck drivers as DVSA steps up roadside checks
Starting in August the new roadside checks, which aim to improve air quality in towns and cities, will target those who try to cheat the law. In this major government...
News
Bunkering site for Holyhead Port
The RoadKing truck stop at Holyhead Port which will soon have the addition of a Certas Energy state-of-the-art bunkering site The port of Holyhead will have a brand-new 24-hour HGV...
Insight
The power of community: How connection fuels mental well-being
In a world that often feels fast-paced, individually orientated and disconnected, finding a sense of community and belonging has never been more important. As Mental Health Awareness Week approaches this...
Opinion
Dodgy tanks – do you refuse to fill?
...short answer is yes. Our drivers are issued with a clear instruction in their handbook which lists approximately 20 points for safety and environmental checks for the tank and delivery...
News
Barton Petroleum improves fleet safety and driver performance with Mircolise
Barton Petroleum has deployed the Microlise Fleet Performance solution to improve safety and driver performance and deliver increased efficiencies across its fleet. The Microlise fleet tracking and utilisation solution will...
News
UKIFDA launches trio of fuel distribution industry awards
...hard work and dedication put in by every member of a fuel business to meet exacting safety and operating standards.” To win the Depot of the Year Award 2022, depots...
News
Fuel supplies ‘at risk’ as Fawley workers ballot result awaited
...oil every day. The workers involved, described by Unite as “providing safety-critical services, meaning strike action could lead to shutdowns across the plant” are employed by three contractors on the...
Analysis
New research into support for growth in hydrogen infrastructure projects
...to satisfy health and safety requirements. This poses a potential challenge for regulators and stakeholders who will not necessarily be familiar with hydrogen, the significant role it can play and...
News
XPO Logistics works with Arco
‘XPO will help to ensure our customers receive the vital safety equipment they need to run their operations,’ said Neil Griffiths, divisional director, logistics XPO Logistics has been awarded a...