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Rix Petroleum supports the local community
As a fifth-generation family business that has been operating in East Yorkshire for more than 140 years, J.R. Rix & Sons has always believed in supporting the local community. That’s...
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RIX delivers solid performance
...shortly be making, means we are looking forward to another strong year.” Victory Leisure Homes, the Rix-owned caravan and lodge manufacturer based at Gilberdyke in East Yorkshire, saw turnover increase...
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Industry consolidation continues, driven by acquisitions and private equity
...respected, family-run distributor headquartered in Pontefract, West Yorkshire. The acquisition enhances Standard’s operational footprint across Northern England, especially bridging the corridor from Liverpool and Manchester to Immingham. “This is a...
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A good infrastructure?
...terminal to refinery gate. The reduction in mainline distribution points is exemplified in the following regions: Manchester/Mersey conurbation – 13 down to 4 Yorkshire- 6 to East Anglia- 6 to...
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Oil price recovery and staycations fuel growth for J.R. Rix & Sons
High oil prices combined with a growing demand for holiday homes and lodges saw East Yorkshire family-owned business J.R. Rix & Sons Ltd increase turnover by 42 per cent last...
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Evolving fuel supplier recognised as one of Britain’s fastest-growing companies
...Bingham founded the West Yorkshire-based company following on from the success of fuel distributor Craggs Energy. Greenarc is ranked fourteenth in the UK on the list, the company employs 10...
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Distributor diaries August – the latest updates from our distributor community
...had a blast! Luke Smith of Craggs Energy – a genuine passion for the industry Craggs Energy – the West Yorkshire-based distributor, would like to say a big congratulations to...
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Kerosene – community buying
...Yorkshire, F. Peart & Co has partnered with Broadacres Housing Association, offering an oil scheme to help residents take control of their energy bills. Broadacres Housing Association, which provides a...
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The UK’s refineries: past, present and future
...by rail to Warwick Oil Storage Ltd. at Kingsbury. by RTW from nearby Immingham terminal, servicing local markets in Humberside, Yorkshire, the North East and Lincolnshire. The refinery is Europe’s...
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Transition Talk – Energy sector: prospects and challenges – can the UK be a global leader in clean energy?
...is already, at least for now, perceived as a global leader in offshore wind power. The Humber area in Yorkshire is designated one of the leading clean energy hubs in...
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Craggs Energy Group companies achieve prestigious renewable fuels scheme membership
...in their transition to more sustainable energy sources. We invite businesses and individuals to join us in making meaningful strides toward a greener future. “Whether in the South West, Yorkshire,...
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NWF Group acquires Northern Energy Oil in £8.3m deal
...serviced from five sites in North Yorkshire, Northumbria and Lincolnshire. The acquisition increases Cheshire-based NWF Group’s presence in the North East of England, where it is currently underrepresented, and increases...
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Selling Kettlewell Fuels
...Kettlewell Fuels, a well-respected independent distributor based near Ripon, North Yorkshire, Janet Kettlewell made the decision in 2021, to sell the business she and her husband, Trevor, had built with...
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Distributor diaries December 2023: updates from our distributor community
Craggs Energy secures double victory at Calderdale Business Awards Craggs Energy, the West Yorkshire-based distributor, is delighted to have won two awards at the Calderdale Business Awards – Employer of...
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Distributor diaries November 2024: The latest updates from our distributor community
...connections within the construction industry.” Craggs Energy – celebrating Michelle McIntyre! Craggs Energy, the West Yorkshire-based distributor, would like to say congratulations and thank you to their Accounts Assistant, Michelle...
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Renewable diesel added to fuel range as transformed JET garage reopens
Following a complete KDRB (knock down re-build) and months of construction work, JET Beacon Garage in Catterick Garrison, North Yorkshire has re-opened. The new-look site, that closed in October last...
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Craggs Energy and Moorland Fuels businesses sold – to employees
...Bridge, West Yorkshire, and Padiham in Lancashire, Craggs Energy, predominantly serves the North of England, while Moorland Fuels serves the South West from its Okehampton head office. Rewarding for hard...
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In 10th year Craggs looks to greener future
October sees business and residential fuel supplier, Craggs Energy, celebrating its 10-year anniversary. Originally launched in Calderdale, West Yorkshire with just one fuel tanker, a land rover and only three...