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Confirmed: Grangemouth, the UK’s oldest refinery, is to close in 2025
...jobs are in place. “The road to net zero cannot be paid for with workers’ jobs” – Sharon Graham, Unite “This is now the last chance for this Labour government...
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Charging network offers forecourt owners support to transition to EV hubs
...the UK and Ireland’s ultra-rapid charging network and get more EV drivers on the road. Removing the risk Petrol station owners who want to use their land for any other...
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New departments will help create ‘clean pathway to energy security’
...in the energy transition.” A broad role for hydrogen Looking at the broader implications of the new departments Celia Greaves, CEO of the UK Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Association (UK...
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First ADR tests – changes for new trailers
...are designed and constructed in a roadworthy condition. A cursory visual inspection will be carried out to ensure there are no obvious roadworthiness defects. It is still legally possible for...
Opinion
Funding will accelerate alternative fuels
...roads nationwide to reduce congestion, as well as improving driver facilities to attract HGV drivers into the occupation and increased rail capacity to encouraging greater rail freight use. Investment in...
Opinion
Industry responds to government hydrogen plans
...additional announcements from DESNZ, including the publication of a hydrogen production delivery roadmap, which sets out the journey to 2035, a new pathway for hydrogen transport and storage infrastructure, and...
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Valuable insights from the other side
Bedfordshire-based distributor Bedford Fuels recently hosted a ‘Teams on Tanker’ day, for the BoilerJuice Supply Team to get valuable ‘hands-on’ experience. Extremely grateful for the opportunity to better understand supplier...
Insight
Association stats show steady progress towards net zero
...products globally in 2022. The Competition Markets Authority acknowledged this in the recently published UK Road Fuel Market Study. In response, HM Treasury reduced fuel duty by 5p per litre...
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Record-breaking year for Logistics UK’s 2022 awards
...Kärcher Rail Business of the Year Water Business of the Year Air Business of the Year Road Transport Operator of the Year Public Services Operator of the Year International Logistics...
Opinion
Logistics sector welcomes Spring Budget retention of fuel duty cut
...members will also be concerned about proposals for a reformed HGV road user levy and together we will be seeking urgent clarification as to the detail involved. “While we are...
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Last chance to enter as competition to find Transport Manager of the Year returns
...Logistics Awards. To enter, applicants must hold a valid Certificate of Professional Competence in Road Haulage (National or International) or equivalent (in accordance with paragraphs 8 to 13 of Schedule...
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Generation Logistics initiative powers into its second year with DfT support
...on-going sector support, as it continues the communication and education programme into a second year. Speaking at Road Transport Expo 2023, transport secretary Mark Harper confirmed that the DfT will...
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Logistics UK announces new public affairs team
...supports, shapes and stands up for safe and efficient logistics, and is the only business group which represents the whole industry, with members from the road, rail, sea and air...
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Valued liquid fuel distributor client is first recipient of new Oilshield Spill Kit
While out visiting clients, the Oilshield team were delighted to make a special presentation to Nolan Oils. Mark & Luke Nolan of Nolan Oils have been great supporters of the...
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...Today it offers a broad range of oil and foreign exchange prices, news and analysis via a plethora of innovative systems. Fuel Oil News readers are now invited to experience...
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Theft advice to customers
...sited near the road should be especially vigilant. If you’re particularly concerned, consider relocating your tank to an area that is more secure, remembering to leave it accessible for deliveries....
Insight
Motorists call for broader sustainable strategy
...research, commented: “Whether we meet the deadline on new cars and van sales or not, one thing is certain, we’re going to have ICE vehicles on our roads for years...
Opinion
Fuel crisis proves that supply trust is vital
...with the Government calling on extraordinary measures such as suspending competition laws, issuing temporary visas to drivers from abroad and even putting the military on standby as the problem escalates....