All Fuel articles – Page 19
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AnalysisPIPELINE: Tight fuel supply outweighs demand
Low refinery runs and firm export demand have tightened European road fuel supply this winter, even as strict Covid-19 travel restrictions returned. European refineries responded to the return of Covid restrictions by slashing runs on an unprecedented level.
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NewsNew Bio-LNG refuelling station installed at food distribution business
A new Bio-LNG (liquified natural gas) refuelling station has been installed by one of the UK’s largest food distribution businesses, Reed Boardall.
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NewsAutomatic car washes can remain open in new Tier 4-restricted areas
Automatic car washes (ACWs) will be allowed to operate according to the new Tier 4 restrictions which came into force on Sunday (December 20).
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NewsUKPIA calls for strong government commitment to enable ‘just’ transition to Net Zero
The UK Petroleum Industry Association (UKPIA) is calling for a strong commitment from government to work with industry to develop energy policies that support economic recovery from the impacts of COVID-19, while laying the important foundations for a just transition to Net-Zero.
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NewsCNG Fuels agrees partnership to provide £80m funding for nationwide network
Foresight Group is providing an initial £80
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NewsHyundai and Ineos join forces to drive hydrogen economy
Hyundai Motor Company and Ineos have announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding to explore new opportunities to accelerate the global hydrogen economy.
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NewsStand by for a rise in ‘glamper-vanning staycationers’ this winter
Fuel retailers should expect to see more camper vans and caravans on their forecourts this winter as Brits look for inventive ways to ’staycation’ with loved ones during the colder months of COVID-19, leading to a rise in ’glampervanning’.
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NewsCWA requests confirmation on car-wash lockdown
The Petrol Retailers’ Association has requested government confirmation on the status of car washing during the forthcoming lockdown, following its inclusion in a list of ‘non-essential services’ published over the weekend.
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NewsAberdeen celebrates arrival of ‘world’s first’ hydrogen-powered double-decker bus
Aberdeen City Council is showcasing the city as a trailblazer in hydrogen technologies with the unveiling today of what it claims is the world’s first hydrogen-powered double decker bus.
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NewsEsso launches high-octane premium fuel - Synergy Supreme+ 99
Esso has announced the launch of its first 99 Octane fuel – Synergy Supreme+ 99. The new premium fuel will be available on forecourts nationwide from October 14, with the exception of 140 sites in the north west, which won’t have supply until next year. The high-spec fuel fills a gap at the top end of Esso’s forecourt fuel line-up and gives retailers a product to challenge Shell’s V-Power unleaded. Currently the highest-spec Esso fuel available to the motorist is 97 RON.
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AnalysisPRA safety warning over EV charger plan
As pressure grows to ban sales of new internal combustion engine and hybrid cars by 2030, the PRA has injected a note of realism about EV chargers on forecourts.
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ArticlePIPELINE: Gentle recovery is now under threat
The gentle recovery in European road fuel markets realised through the summer months has come under threat as a second-wave of Covid-19 grips the continent.
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ArticleContact with BEIS helps our cause
During the pandemic lockdown, PRA was one of the few industry trade associations to be invited to a fortnightly fuel review with the Downstream Oil Industry Forum (DOIF) and have daily contact with the Energy Resilience Unit at the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS).
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NewsRightcharge launches 'all-in-one' EV and home charging comparison service
Rightcharge has launched what it claims is the UK’s first and only electric vehicle (EV) energy tariff, home charging and installation online comparison service.
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NewsMid-August post-lockdown peak for business fuel consumption
Business fuel consumption saw record post-lockdown growth in early August, with every sector of the UK economy enjoying its highest weekly increase at some point last month, according to the latest analysis by Allstar Business Solutions.
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NewsClusters of hydrogen refuelling stations planned by Scottish partnership
Plans for clusters of hydrogen refuelling stations to power heavy duty vehicles across Scotland have been unveiled as part of a new strategic partnership in the energy sector.
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NewsGreenergy agrees deal to buy Amber Petroleum in Republic of Ireland
The major UK fuels supplier Greenergy has agreed to purchase Amber Petroleum, an independent fuel distributor and retailer based in the Republic of Ireland.
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NewsSwarco eVolt Supports East Lothian Council to launch new charging hub in Wallyford
Electric vehicle charging infrastructure specialist Swarco eVolt, has installed 18 charging stations at a new charging hub at Wallyford, Park & Choose (bus/rail), for East Lothian Council.
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NewsMaxol and Henderson Group renew contract with £425m deal
Maxol, Northern Ireland’s leading forecourt and convenience retailer, has announced the renewal of its strategic alliance with the Henderson Group, the company that owns the Spar franchise in Northern Ireland.
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NewsLondon needs more hydrogen refuelling stations, says boss of Green Tomato Cars
The founder of Europe’s largest fleet of zero-emission hydrogen cars says London should seize the chance to rid itself of ‘the Big Smoke’ tag by increasing the number of hydrogen refuelling stations. Jonny Goldstone, managing director of Green Tomato Cars, a green private vehicle hire business, believes improving the hydrogen refuelling network could spark a ‘green rush’ to help the capital - and the rest of the UK - hit its Net Zero targets.