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UNDER THE SPOTLIGHT: 20 questions for Sam Clarke from Gridserve
It is fair to say that Gridserve’s Sam Clarke is a fan of electric vehicles: he has owned one for 20 years, hosts an EV podcast and even set a Guinness World Record driving one. He says being a key member of the team behind the ubiquitous chargepoint provider is his dream job.
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UNDER THE SPOTLIGHT: 20 questions for Gareth Payne at Certas Energy
From a degree in biomolecular science to Disneyland, Gareth Payne head of HSE and Engineering - Roadside Services at Certas Energy, shares what drives him.
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TALKING HEADS: Powering up with hydrogen
A new suite of equipment and software to handle hydrogen refuelling was launched by Gilbarco Veeder-Root earlier this year as the company revealed its aims to become a pioneer in enabling hydrogen-powered transportation.
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UNDER THE SPOTLIGHT: 20 questions for Guy White, MD of Laurels Group & Service Station
Shell Dealer of the Year winner Guy White from Laurels Service Station on his admiration of a dragon but his fear of snakes!
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UNDER THE SPOTLIGHT: 20 questions for Renee Semiz, MD UK marketing, Phillips 66
I started as a chemical engineer in refining, worked 10 years in that sector before moving to Phillips 66 corporate HQ in Houston to work in commercial.
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UNDER THE SPOTLIGHT: 20 questions for Clare Scawthorn, technical manager, PRA
The PRA’s Clare Scawthorn on her love of Canada, her great admiration for her sister-in-law and her fear of failing
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FORECOURT SHOW: Phillips 66 embarks on trial to understand EV charging operation and create dealer offer
Jet brand owner Phillips 66 revealed at The Forecourt Show that it has embarked on an electric vehicle charging trial, to fully understand what’s involved, so that it can integrate the service into its dealer offer by the end of the year.
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TECH TALK: BP’s innovative ‘Flexpole’ EV charging unit transforms opportunities for retailers
Volkswagen’s innovative Flexpole charging unit, which BP is using to transform access to a fast charging network, features an integrated battery storage system, and was one of the big talking points at the Forecourt Show this year.
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UNDER THE SPOTLIGHT: 20 questions for Sue Annis, national sales manager UK Mobility at Shell
Shell’s Sue Annis may be test driving an Audi Etron for work, but secretly she favours an F-Type Jag or a VW Camper van.
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Mulkerns business benefits from early adoption of Henderson Technology
The Mulkerns family business has been part of the Henderson Group for 46 years and was an early adopter of EDGEPoS when Henderson Technology first launched it 13 years ago.
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UNDER THE SPOTLIGHT: 20 questions for Saeed Noorani, business operations manager at Sharma Garages
Saeed Noorani became Sharma Garages assistant manager at just 20 years old, and is now business operations manager. He talks forecourts, football and faith.
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TALKING HEADS: Bernie Williamson elated at launch of Shell’s EV-only hub
Absolute elation was the feeling among Shell staff when the company’s first EV-only charging hub was officially opened in January, in a global pilot that has seen the company transform a traditional fuel forecourt in Fulham to a flagship format to meet the transition to net zero.
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TALKING HEADS: Now is the right time to grow, says Park Garage Group
As Park Garage Group completes the acquisition of 27 EG Group sites, operations director Hemant Tandon reflects on an exciting opportunity for the company.
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UNDER THE SPOTLIGHT: 20 questions for Rob Exelby, managing director of Exelby Services
Forecourt Trader of the Year winner 2021, Rob Exelby, talks about his love of fast cars as well as his devotion to his electric screwdriver!
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UNDER THE SPOTLIGHT: 20 questions for Ron Perry, Ron Perry & Son Ltd
He could have been a drummer in s rock and roll band but instead Ron Perry has lived and breathed petrol retailing since he was 16!
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TALKING HEADS: Special recognition for a great legacy
Visvanathan Yoganathan – known as Yogan – was very proud to be presented with the Special Recognition Award at the recent Forecourt Trader Awards, following a public vote.
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FORECOURT TRADER AWARDS: The car’s the star
When Exelby Services A19 North was named Forecourt Trader of the Year 2021, the company’s MD Rob Exelby was actually tucked up in bed.
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UNDER THE SPOTLIGHT: 20 questions for Lee Taylor, service director at Europump
Europump service director Lee Taylor divulges his secret skills including breaking into safes (for legit reasons, of course) and knife throwing
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TALKING HEADS: Eric Denivelle - driving the future with technology
With the right systems, today’s petrol retailers will dominate the EV charging market of tomorrow, says Eric Denivelle, EMEA e-mobility business director of Gilbarco Veeder-Root
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20 Questions: Abbie Houston from award-winning Abbiecraig Services
Under the spotlight: Abbie Houston from award-winning Abbiecraig Services in Fife shares her love of Dundee United, murder mysteries and Legally Blonde