All Forecourt Trader articles in December 2023
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NewsNew editor announced as Forecourt Trader ’Queen’ steps back
Forecourt Trader’s esteemed veteran editor Merril Boulton, known by her team as ‘Queen of Forecourts’, is stepping aside after more than 30 years.
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NewsWhat's in store for 2024 for forecourt operators?
After another difficult year for the UK economy, what does 2024 promise for the forecourt sector? Judging by events before and during the festive season, there is plenty to be concerned about, amid glimmers of hope and progress.
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NewsKaran Retail targets Scotland for expansion
Top 50 independent Karan Retail is on the march in Scotland with its fourth site opening north of the border this month and its sights set on finding several more next year.
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NewsCompanies win funding to show how electric vehicle batteries can enhance the grid
Royal Mail is in the process of electrifying its fleet Electric Green plans to bring bi-directional wireless charging to the electric vehicle sector in a trial that starts in October. Working with green energy supplier Q Energy, it will demonstrate the advantages of the technology for fleet ...
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NewsDriving home for Christmas: Asda Express forecourts stock up on gifting and cold weather essentials
With this Friday 22nd and Saturday 23rd being dubbed as the busiest days on the roads, Asda is making sure all its 229 new Asda Express petrol forecourts are sufficiently stocked, for those looking for last minute gifts and travel essentials when driving home for Christmas.
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NewsMan jailed for ram raid at petrol station
A man has been jailed for more than eight years following a ram raid at the Esso Service Station in Great Witley.
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NewsPolice search for forecourt fraudster
Merseyside detectives have issued a CCTV image of a man who could have information that may assist with enquiries following several fraud offences at petrol stations in Wirral.
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NewsPlans sought for new forecourt in Kent
Plans have been submitted to Swale Borough Council for a development at Minster in Kent, which includes a new forecourt and convenience store.
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NewsTeenagers jailed for forecourt murder
Two men have been jailed for life after a brawl at a petrol station ended in murder.
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NewsRed Sea attacks spark concerns over pump prices
The forecourt sector is facing fresh uncertainty over fuel prices after tensions in the Red Sea triggered an increase in the price of oil.
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NewsBe.EV teams up with sporting goods retailer Decathlon to install a network of ultra rapid EV chargepoints
Be.EV has partnered with sportswear and equipment provider Decathlon to provide the chain with ultra-rapid EV charging at a number of stores across the country, starting with one of the retailer’s largest sites in Stockport.
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NewsHydrogen-powered chargepoints to boost electric vehicle charging infrastructure
Forecourt retailers struggling to install or upgrade to faster electric vehicle (EV) chargepoints because of a lack of grid capacity now have access to a greener alternative than using traditional generators to make up the shortfall.
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NewsFake plates used in Selby fuel theft
North Yorkshire Police is appealing for witnesses and information about a fuel theft that occurred in Selby.
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NewsMorrisons forecourt robbery appeal
North Wales Police is investigating a robbery which took place at Morrisons fuel station, Saltney, at 7am on Wednesday, November 22.
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AnalysisLooking back at 2023
This past year has been another eventful one for the forecourt sector. Against a backdrop of rising costs, increased crime and more EV vehicles on the roads, retailers have had to work harder than ever to remain relevant
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NewsStarbucks sites get Osprey EV chargepoints
Osprey Charging and Starbucks UK have joined forces to offer rapid charging to Starbucks customers
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AnalysisSERVICE CENTRE: An account on stop is grinding everything to a halt
Tom Dant, managing director of Gill Marsh Forecourts with three service stations in Lincolnshire, copied me in on an email trail with TSG.
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NewsInstagrammer Rich James Cross hopes to focus more on independent fuel retail sites in 2024
Are you a forecourt with a difference? If so, Rich James Cross, aka Instagram’s theservicesking, could be coming your way in 2024. Cross – who has built an online reputation as a guru of motorway service stations’ food offerings, ambience, and toilet facilities – wants to focus more this coming year on independent fuel retailing sites.
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NewsMFG opens knock down rebuild site with array of food to go concessions
Forecourt operator Motor Fuel Group (MFG) has completed the first of three phases of its ambitious knock down rebuild in Musselburgh, near Edinburgh.
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NewsGridserve and Simply Fresh introduce Amazon’s Just Walk Out technology to forecourt sector at Gatwick
What is hailed as the next evolution in automated retailing is making its debut in the forecourt sector this month. Amazon is partnering with retail chain Simply Fresh and electric charging operator Gridserve to introduce its Just Walk Out technology at a site at Gatwick Airport.