Opinion
The future for the UK’s refineries
An introduction from Fuels Industry UK The sector has changed considerably over the last century with rapid growth of demand, global oil shortages, the three-day working week and regulation requiring...
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Distributor Diaries February 2025 – the latest updates from our distributor community
...more: “Last week I was honoured to be invited by the Matthew22 Fund to hand over a cheque to Childhood Eye Cancer Trust (CHECT). Me and my boys are proud...
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A ‘game changer’ for Irish retail
...worldwide network of 15,000 convenience stores and service stations. Topaz CEO describes last week’s deal, which is expected to close in spring 2016, as a game-changer for the retail sector....
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Going further with CNG
Using biomethane will deliver significant environmental and operational benefits to the business says Waitrose Last week CNG Fuels, supplier of biomethane fuel, and Waitrose introduced Europe’s most advanced fleet of...
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Centrica and Ryze join forces to kickstart UK hydrogen development
...week. Under the landmark agreement the firms will jointly develop hydrogen production projects on existing Centrica sites and work with third parties to build production on their sites too. A...
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Net Zero report – FPS and OFTEC respond
...investment and innovation Published last week, FPS, which, like OFTEC, believe their members can play a part in achieving net-zero aims, said ‘many of their (CCC) recommendations and timelines tie...
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Oil – the cheapest form of heating since July 2014
...customers to buy now, the FPS also recommends that householders check their tank, pipes and other equipment for leaks, damage or interference once a week with any problems being fixed...
Opinion
Fuel distributors to prepare for possible fiscal marker change
...weeks – under the company’s brand name, Dyeguard®. John Hogg was instrumental in helping the industry implement the first Euromarker in 2002 – along with the Accutrace S10 fuel marker...
Interview
In Conversation with Chris Bingham of Craggs Energy Group
...Chris Bingham, CEO, talks Claudia Weeks, content editor, through the seven different businesses he has been involved in instigating during the company’s 12 years of service to the energy sector...
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Distributor showcases future fuel ready Rayburn that indicates belief in HVO
...to the test last week, when the directors of Cornwall-based fuel distributors Mitchell & Webber invited UK industry leaders to a low-carbon, HVO-heated pasty lunch at their Scorrier headquarters, the...
Interview
A proud tanker driver
...out of his own pocket. “I take good care of her, wash her once a week and polish her daily.” His TLC has certainly paid off as the Bangor depot...
Interview
In conversation with George Eustice MP
...spokesman. For the Chapel, they want to be able to turn the heat on for certain events during the week, but they don’t want constant heat, so a heat pump...
Opinion
“Let’s shift our focus to our customers” – industry reactions to the new government
...next generation of logistics talent and future-proof the UK’s supply chain to support trade both at home and abroad.” Call for a dedicated minister Logistics UK remains committed to raising...
Market Report
A special Christmas market report from Portland
...popular show, featuring a member of our community. Lauren Laverne Good morning everyone and welcome to Radio 4. This week we have got Fuel Distributor Gary (Gaz) Oil with us...
News
Diesel laundering plants
Anyone with information about fuel fraud should call the Customs Hotline on 0800 59 5000 Last week over 100 HMRC officers were involved in searches which led to the dismantling...
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Certa Ireland transitions entire fuel distribution fleet from diesel to HVO
...with a trial set to begin on two sites in the coming weeks. In the image are Andrew Graham managing director Certa Ireland, Fabian Ziegler DCC Energy CEO, Laura Byrne...
Insight
Maintaining good mental health: Coping with anxiety
...Ricardo, fuel tank driver. Ricardo is one of approximately 40% of people in the UK who experience anxiety. In any given week, 6 in 100 people are diagnosed with generalised...
Analysis
What is the direction of travel for the UK energy sector?
...what they would like to do, with few policy details. As a result, we will only see the clear picture emerge in the coming weeks as the new government takes...