All articles by Merril Boulton – Page 20
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£20m fund announced for roadside services operators to improve facilities for HGV drivers
Roadside service operators are being encouraged to apply immediately to a multimillion-pound fund for improving facilities for HGV drivers, announced today (April 14).
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AWARDS LAUNCH: Will it be you? The hunt for the Forecourt Trader of the Year 2022 starts here!
This could be your year! And now is the time to start thinking about getting your entry ready for the industry’s most prestigious awards.
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Majority of forecourts unaffected by fuel depot protests, says PRA
The fuel industry has moved to quell suggestions of fuel shortages which could prompt panic-buying in the run-up to Easter.
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Protesters’ actions prompt return of fuel shortages
Fuel shortages returned to Kent at the weekend thanks to the actions of protesters. Members of Extinction Rebellion and Just Stop Oil have been blocking access to oil terminals in London, Essex, Birmingham and Southampton which have prevented some deliveries getting through to forecourts.
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Prax Group announces new managing director
The Prax Group has appointed Vladimir Langhamer as managing director - Europe & Africa, following the decision by Don Camillo to retire from the group’s day-to-day business activities and assume a non-executive role on the company’s board of directors.
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Moto and Gridserve announce 50% EV charging boost on motorway sites in time for Easter
Motorway services operator Moto and sustainable energy company Gridserve are boosting access to high-power EV charging across the Moto network by 50% in time for the Easter break.
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Former Certas Energy head Craig Nugent to run Murco dealer network
MFG has appointed former Certas Energy head Craig Nugent as director, dealer operations, of its Murco-branded dealer network.
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Volumatic survey finds support for cash, but also some misconceptions post-Covid
While businesses adjust to a new normal with the end of restrictions, it seems that some of the misconceptions around cash usage raised during lockdown still persist, despite ongoing support for cash and a definite demand for payment choice from consumers, according to James Harris, managing director at Volumatic.
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Noumi aims to make till rolls a thing of the past
Noumi is a recent entrant into the EPOS marketplace, and is aiming to digitise the customer receipt and make paper till rolls a thing of the past.
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TSG UK acquires independent connection provider, UCP Choice
TSG UK Solutions Ltd (TSG UK), which specialises in technical services for sustainable mobility solutions, has acquired the business of UCPC Limited (UCP Choice).
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Government launches consultation to end sale of ‘non’ zero-emission buses, coaches and mini-buses
The government has launched a public consultation seeking views on setting a specific date between 2025 and 2032 for ending the sale of new non-zero-emission (at the tailpipe) buses.
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UK on track to reach 4,000 zero-emission bus pledge with £200 million boost
Government funding of £200m announced at the weekend (March 26) will see nearly 1,000 green buses rolled out across the UK. Twelve areas in England, from Greater Manchester to Portsmouth, will receive grants from the multimillion-pound package to deliver electric or hydrogen-powered buses, as well as charging or fuelling infrastructure, to their region.
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Glass not included in DRS scheme in England and NI, confirms DEFRA
Relief that glass will not be in scope of the planned Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) in England and Northern Ireland, has been expressed by the Association of Convenience Stores, following DEFRA’s confirmation in its response to consultations on reforms to the Extended Producer Responsibility scheme.
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UK automotive sector calls on all stakeholders to match its £10.8bn investment in zero emission mobility
The automotive industry is calling on all parties integral to the drive to zero emissions, including chargepoint operators and government, to help ‘plug the gap’ between infrastructure rollout and uptake.
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Metro Mayors not doing enough to support growing EV market, claims Novuna Vehicle Solutions
A quarter of a billion gross annual capital investment fund granted to the UK’s nine Metro Mayors to support local transport projects is not providing adequate support to the UK’s rapidly growing electric vehicle (EV) market, according to new research conducted by vehicle leasing specialist, Novuna Vehicle Solutions, the new name for Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions.
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New report calls for “step-change” to boost UK’s EV charging rollout
A ”step change” in the roll-out of the UK’s electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure has been called for in a new report published today by experts from across finance, infrastructure, energy, local government and EV charging.
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Likelihood of fuel duty cut grows as pump prices continue to rise
The likelihood of a fuel duty cut in Wednesday’s Spring Statement is growing following press reports that Chancellor Rishi Sunak is considering measures to ease the spiralling cost of living triggered by rising inflation and energy prices.
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ACS launches new age-restricted guidance for home delivery drivers
New guidance for delivery drivers on how to approach the delivery and refusal of age restricted products like alcohol, tobacco, e-cigarettes and lottery products, has been launched today by the Association of Convenience Stores.
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UK motorists seek better catering, fitness and wellbeing services on motorways to add value to ‘staycations’
More people are likely to choose driving over rail or coach for travelling to UK holiday destinations, and have ideas about improving motorway services, a survey by automotive specialists JCT600 has revealed.
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5,000sq ft Asda-on-the-Move store opens on EG Group’s Retford site
The largest Asda On the Move store on an EG Group forecourt has opened at King Edward Services in Nottinghamshire.