Merril Boulton
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- merril.boulton@wrbm.com
NewsDEADLINE ON MONDAY! Get your entries in now for the Forecourt Trader Awards
The entry deadline for the Forecourt Trader Awards 2021 is fast approaching. You have until Monday, May 17, to enter the most prestigious and respected awards in the UK’s fuel-retailing calendar.
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ACS welcomes tougher sentences for violent crime in Queen’s speech
Tougher sentences for violent crime was outlined in the Queen’s Speech today (May 11), as she set out the Government’s priorities for the new parliamentary session at the State Opening of Parliament.
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Still time to enter! Deadline extension for Forecourt Trader Awards 2021
Excitement is building as more and more fuel retailers nationwide get behind this year’s Forecourt Trader of the Year Awards. As we emerge from the challenging restrictions of the past year, retailers are keen to prepare the best entries possible, so the deadline has been extended by one week to Monday, May 17.
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Responsible Car Wash Scheme launches hand car wash licence pilot project
The Responsible Car Wash Scheme (RCWS) launches a pilot project today, to test the effectiveness of introducing licensing for car wash businesses.
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InstaVolt partners with Energy Assets Networks to boost charger rollout
EV charging network provider InstaVolt has announced Energy Assets Networks (EAN) as an authorised supply chain partner to help accelerate the roll out of its infrastructure.
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Forecourts outperform the market as Britvic report reveals pandemic winners
The forecourt sector was the fastest-growing channel in the soft drinks sector last year, according to the latest Britvic Soft Drinks Report.
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Shell confirms partnership with Osprey Charging as it targets dealer network
Shell has chosen Osprey Charging as its preferred partner for installing electric vehicle charging at its dealer sites.
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Coca-Cola kicks off new campaign ahead of Euros
Coca-Cola is helping retailers to tap into the excitement surrounding this summer’s UEFA EURO 2020, by giving shoppers the chance to win a host of football-themed prizes in the run-up to the tournament.
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Monster boost with blended gas technology variant ‘Nitro’
Coca-Cola European Partners (CCEP) is targeting seasoned energy drink fans with its latest Monster variant - Monster Nitro - which uses blended gas technology to give consumers an uplift, in a first for the category.
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Gilbarco VR on track to be “front runner” in e-mobility
Retail and commercial fuelling operations specialist Gilbarco Veeder-Root claims to be on track to be a ”front-runner” in e-mobility, and is currently accelerating its plans to help boost Europe’s charging infrastructure roll-out, with promises of many new developments and innovations to be revealed shortly.
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Three more sites for Ascona Group as it boosts network to 59
Fast-growing Top 50 Indie Ascona Group has acquired three service stations across Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire and Somerset, taking its total portfolio to 59 sites across the UK.
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Shell agrees POS contracts for more than 1,100 sites with Dover Fueling Solutions
Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS) has been awarded three contracts by Shell for provision of its Site Automation with Tokheim Fuel POS, DX Retail and comprehensive long-term support services across more than 1,100 sites in the UK, Hungary and South Africa.
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European renewable energy giant Mer launches in UK to make EV charging ‘easier’
Europe’s largest renewable energy producer has today launched into the UK’s EV charging market in a bid to accelerate much-needed infrastructure deployment. Mer - part of Norwegian renewable energy giant Statkraft - has set its sights on what it sees as an under-served area of the country’s EV charging infrastructure, but one it believes is critical if the UK is to meet its ambitious zero-emission driving targets.
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Ilford dealer celebrates site transformation and 20 years with Jet
Jet New North Road in Ilford, a popular family-owned business, has re-opened following a major transformation of both the forecourt and the retail offer.
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Transport minister, AA and advice website join forces to push EV message
One in three drivers (34%) say an electric car would suit their lifestyle right now, but 81% say they are too expensive - among other worries - according to a new study commissioned by the AA and electric vehicle (EV) advice site, Electrifying.com.
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PRA questions Government’s ‘access to cash’ plan
The Petrol Retailers Association (PRA) is calling on the Government to revise its plans on access to cash.
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Gulf adds more ‘Oomph’ to forecourt loyalty platform
Gulf Retail has added considerable ‘Oomph’ to its award-winning forecourt loyalty platform. From this week, major brands including M&S, SuperDry, Gap, Argos, Pizza Express, Halfords and Expedia now feature with discount offers, E code savings and cash back available instore and online across a huge range of big-name retailers.
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CMA verdict: Asda purchase could lead to higher petrol prices in some areas
The CMA has found that Bellis’ completed £6.8bn purchase of Asda could lead to higher petrol prices in some parts of the country.
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Rustlers rolls out new ‘cook in box’ food-to-go solution
Following the successful launch of its new range of food-to-go equipment solutions, Rustlers, the £115.6m Chilled Ready Meals brand from Kepak Consumer Foods, is helping retailers optimise their hot food to go offering with its innovative Cook in Box solution.
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Demand for second-hand petrol and diesel cars still strong, says NAMA
Values of used petrol and diesel-engined vehicles are expected to remain strong, as lockdown gradually eases across the UK, according to feedback from members of the National Association of Motor Auctions (NAMA).
