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Why a people first approach keeps disruption to a minimum.

Knowledge

Prioritising people to keep fuel systems running smoothly

...their operations. “We keep fuel storage and distribution systems running smoothly to support our clients’ success!” Achieving first-time fixes “We also focus on minimising downtime with our First-Time Fix objective...
A new approach born from a deep understanding of fuel distribution

Interview

Value Oils: leader in online fuel distribution

Donall O’Connor began his time in fuel distribution working for Connors Fuels – a small, family-run, solid fuel business – before moving to the Maxol Group when it acquired the...

Case Study

A new fuel distribution system for Rix Petroleum

...improved cash flow.” Real-time improvements The system now delivers performance information relating to number of deliveries per day, distance travelled per vehicle and volume of fuel delivered. The real time...

Review

Mabalive: the real deal for deal administration

...at the forefront of efficient deal administration. The administration associated with commercial fuel purchasing can be complex and time consuming. Mabalive, Mabanaft’s secure online platform, has been specifically developed to...
In conversation with Adam Franklin of Greenergy Flexigrid.

Interview

The evolving scope of fuel logistics

...especially as supply from time to time will remain tight. Everyone wants cost certainty – which is tough with current inflationary pressures.  The lack of clarity and certainty in the...
Using technology to control fuel costs.

Knowledge

Top 5 ways to use technology to control fuel costs  

...this data, AI can predict when a part is likely to fail or when maintenance is due, enabling timely interventions. This not only minimises downtime but also extends the lifespan...

Insight

The future for tankers

...time and continue to look ahead to more ‘normal’ times.” Commenting on how last year impacted on methods of communication, Joby Clark, Cobo Tanker Services, told Fuel Oil News about...

News

Bayford ensures constant diesel supply

...phone.” Kevin Young, a member of JN Bentley’s buying team, explained: “We require a reliable supplier that will deliver on time, every time because keeping operations running on time is...
Highland Fuels

Case Study

A digital transformation for Highland Fuels

...profitability.” The results The implementation of DreamTec’s solution yielded significant improvements across various aspects of Highland Fuels’ operations: 1.           Time savings: Implementing DreamTec Systems resulted in significant time savings, with...

Interview

A career dedicated to fuel

...Fuel Fast and took that instead. “That first job taught me all sorts. I worked out on the road with drivers and in the office in sales. At the time,...

Interview

Holding steady in challenging times

...the winter months and at other busy times, Drury Oils operates four delivery trucks – one that Adrian drives, another driven by a full-time operator and two others with seasonal...
3ti

Interview

Transition talk with Ben Marchant of 3ti

...2035 electrification targets, we need five times as much solar capacity, 23 times as many EV charge points and around £50 billion of upgrades to the grid to connect them...

Analysis

An industry acquiring

...require time and energy to embed into the business.” Ollie goes on to suggest that companies may be wondering whether now is the right time to consider a sale in...
Talking about mental health: frequently asked questions

Interview

Talking about mental health: frequently asked questions

...following: Get good sleep: Prioritise and respect sleep by establishing a consistent sleep schedule and creating a healthy bedtime routine. This can include limiting screen time before bed, not eating...
CDS: 50 years of powering customer success.

Interview

CDS: 50 years of powering customer success  

...by the time your readers have this edition of Fuel Oil News – another considerable success for us!” A time of transition as an industry As we all know, the...