Interview
Transition talk from Mabanaft CEO Jonathan Perkins
“I believe our role is to offer options that work today, but to also go on a journey with our customers that helps them to fully decarbonise over time.” With...
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Interview
In Conversation with NWF and Geoff Boorman Fuels
...future. For others, without an obvious successor, the investment of time, energy and money required to transition the business may make the idea of selling it a more desirable route....
Insight
Reducing fleet costs: how technology is reducing costs
...frequently changing prices are key challenges. It is becoming increasingly important that decision-making is based on real time data, given the impact of extreme market situations in the energy industry...
Review
Digital transformation: A practical way to drive efficiency and sustainability in liquid fuel distribution
...can reduce unnecessary travel, modernise infrastructure, and gain visibility across multiple sites. Having real-time plant data available remotely saves time and adds an extra layer of security. Virtual plant: A...
Insight
Addressing winter challenges: Martin Goddard, Depot Manager, Gleaner Ltd Inverness
...down by not delivering within the estimated times. It does happen unfortunately, not often, but one time is one time too many. The domestic fuel market is very competitive, losing...
Interview
A DAY IN THE LIFE… Peter Davidson
...when no one else is in the building – there have been many times when I have turned up, dug in my bag for the pass only to realise I...
Opinion
Ken’s Corner: All change please, all change!
My column in the last edition was titled “a week is a long time…” and how right I was. No sooner had it gone to print the general election was...
Opinion
Fuel duty freeze welcomed across sector
...£1bn unexpected windfall, it was a time for the Government to have cut Fuel Duty significantly. It was a time too, to incentivise drivers to move to cleaner fuels and...
Interview
A Day in the Life with Kelly McLoughlin of Barton Petroleum
...a part-time administrator, then the role expanded over time into a full-time administrator role. I was then promoted to Depot Manager in October 2021. The Oakley Depot was established in...
Interview
UM Group: Goals, ambitions and plans for the energy transition
...Group changed in your time with the company? Speaking specifically for the terminals business, we have driven revenues by adapting our asset base to other sectors, specifically within biofuels and...
Interview
A Day in the Life with Mike Heaton of Certas Energy
...run, etc.) to clear my head, then a quick protein shake and look ahead for the day, checking my schedule, priorities and timings, then head to the office or site....
News
Distributor diaries June 2024
...a row but this time as a club runner for Clayton-le-Moors Harriers. I completed the marathon in 5 hours 6 seconds. “It’s not the world’s fastest time but I didn’t...
Analysis
A look at software developments in fuel distribution
...a more robust and deeper level of data sharing which delivers reduced down time, enhanced remote diagnostics in the field and a preventative maintenance alert system. A consolidated operational view...
Opinion
Ken’s Corner – A managed transition?
...of the busiest time of the year is, at best, a risk too far. While many of these decisions are made for commercial reasons, this current situation further highlights the...
Analysis
The changing face of the fuel depot
As the industry continues to evolve, Liz Boardman chats to fuel distributors and equipment suppliers about how fuel depots have changed over time, what it takes to establish a new...
Interview
Mabanaft internship programme: delivering a talent pipeline
...as fresh perspectives and new skills.” During their time with Mabanaft, the interns gain hands-on experience, exposure to industry-leading practices, and the chance to contribute to significant projects. The fuels...
Case Study
Manx Petroleum chooses Touchstar’s Fuelstar software to future proof operations
...available anywhere, showing real-time fleet locations, LOB, searchable trip compliance. There are also benefits for Manx Petroleum’s customers: PODs can be printed and left with customer at time of delivery....
Sponsored
Geberit Mapress: Efficient, consistent and durable pipe installation
...reduce the risk of human error and ensure reliable, long-term durability. For installers working under time pressure or in challenging site conditions, the simplicity and repeatability of press-fit offer a...