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NewsMFG targets self-service laundry as next big opportunity following deal with ME Group
Self-service laundry is the latest business opportunity that Motor Fuel Group (MFG) is focusing on following a deal with ME Group to install and operate Wash.ME Revolution washers and driers at up to 300 sites across the UK in the next five years.
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NewsOlio and Gander unite to offer new Deals section on app
Local sharing app Olio is launching a new ‘Deals’ section in partnership with reduced-to-clear SaaS platform Gander.
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Equipment NewsSmartStart Pay upgrades car washes to contactless payment
PSD Codax has introduced a SmartStart Pay contactless credit card reader, which can be retrofitted onto rollover car wash machines enabling forecourt operators to tap into the trend away from using cash.
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NewsUtilities company launches study into expanding hydrogen fuel network
With more hydrogen-powered commercial vehicles coming into service, a study has been launched into how hydrogen refuelling stations – including at existing petrol forecourts – can be integrated into the UK’s existing gas network.
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Equipment NewsHydrogen truck specialist HVS agrees strategic partnership with McCulla Transport (Ireland)
Hydrogen truck manufacturer Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS), has agreed a strategic collaboration with McCulla Transport (Ireland) Ltd to explore the integration of Hydrogen Fuel Cell HGVs into the McCulla fleet.
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Equipment NewsVolumatic launches ‘cutting-edge’ cash management solution and partners with Security G4S Cash Solutions
Cash management specialist Volumatic launched its new CashView Enterprise Software at the recent Forecourt Show at the NEC.
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON RETAIL TECHNOLOGY: Action stations
If you want to see retail technology in action, look no further than Madigans Court Spar forecourt on Antrim Road, Belfast, which has invested in technology in a big way, offering customers the option of self-checkouts, using electronic shelf-edge labels and also the Glory cash management closed-loop system.
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NewsGilbarco Veeder-Root aims to transform forecourt EV charging business with launch of Konect
Fuel and convenience retail technology specialist Gilbarco Veeder-Root (GVR), is aiming to transform forecourt electric vehicle charging with the launch of Konect, which it describes as a powerful EV recharging ecosystem designed specifically for the fuel retail industry.
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Equipment NewsEnviromental risk specialist Adler & Allan partners with Goldman Sachs for next phase of growth
Environmental risk reduction specialist Adler & Allan is being sold to the private equity business at Goldman Sachs Alternatives which will acquire a majority stake.
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AnalysisCOMMENT: Changing nature of the forecourt
A growing number of countries are identifying their official phase-out dates for the sale of petrol and diesel cars.
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Equipment NewsFORECOURT SHOW: M&E design & build specialist to exhibit at the show for the first time
Little Electrical, which specialises in mechanical and electrical (M&E) design and build packages for forecourt refurbishments and new installs, will exhibit at the Forecourt Show 2024 from stand J21.
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Equipment NewsAccessibility of EV charging is causing ‘confusion and disappointment’, warns EV charging expert
The ways in which accessibility to electric vehicle charging is being measured and assessed is leading to ‘confusion and disappointment’ within the industry and among drivers, according to an industry expert.
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON FORECOURT SHOW 2024
If you’re looking for a new fuel supplier or want advice on investing in valeting equipment. If you’re looking for a cutting-edge security solution or help on extending the lifespan of your forecourt assets. Or if you want advice regarding the thorny issue of fuel pricing, then the Forecourt Show is the place to go.
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Promotional FeatureHow to harness the power of forecourt insurance
A comprehensive insurance package could make the difference between peace of mind and sleepless nights for forecourt operators. So, what are the different types of coverage available and the most frequent insurance claims seen?
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NewsGridserve launches ‘fastest and most powerful’ commercially available charger
Gridserve has introduced its fastest electric vehicle charger - the 360kW ABB Terra 360 - following a successfull trial at its Braintree Electric Forecourt back in October 2022.
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON TANKS AND PIPEWORK: Phased approach
Having any work done on your forecourt can be a headache, especially if it means downtime across whole site.
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Equipment NewsBP strengthens partnership with Diebold Nixdorf to support convenience and forecourt transformation
BP and Diebold Nixdorf have recently signed a memorandum of understanding for Diebold Nixdorf to serve as a BP-preferred global partner for operational services and retail technology.
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Equipment NewsFri-Jado extends multi table-top display range with rear feed model
Following the launch of the Multi Table-Top Display (MTT) portfolio earlier this year, Fri-Jado has now announced a range extension, introducing a rear feed model, allowing operators to load the unit more simply and quickly without compromising on the performance of the counter.
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Promotional FeatureHow can forecourts thrive within a new era for mobility?
With travellers embracing a wider array of transport, from electric vehicles (EVs) to public options, forecourt operators need to tap into demands for more flexibility. So, how can they position themselves to prosper in a less fuel-centric era for mobility?
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON CAR WASH AND VALETING: Winning at washing
Budgens Frilford near Abingdon in Oxfordshire was the winner of the Best Valeting Facilities Award at the recent Forecourt Trader of the Year Awards. And when you look at the family run site it’s easy to see why.