All Forecourt Trader articles in October 2020 – Page 3
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Essar Oil appoints new CEO
Essar Oil UK Ltd has appointed Stein Ivar Bye, as its new chief executive officer. He will be based at the company’s Stanlow Manufacturing Complex in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire.
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How to have a dead-good Halloween
When Halloween falls on a Saturday, as it does this year (October 31), it usually means bigger parties and a bigger spend.
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EV charging points provider Elmtronics signs a partnership deal with Octopus Energy
EV charging points provider Elmtronics has signed a partnership with Octopus Energy to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) across the UK.
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Volumatic announces ‘Cash after Covid’ webinar
Intelligent cash handling specialist Volumatic is gathering the thought leaders of the retail and banking industries together to shed light and expertise on the future of cash in retail for its ‘Cash after Covid UK Retail’ webinar taking place on Friday October 23, 2020 at 10.30am until 12.30pm.
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EG Group pushes EBITDA up 54% on a like-for-like basis in third quarter
Euro Garages parent company EG Group has released a trading update for the three months to September 30 showing EBITDA up a record 54% on a like-for-like basis.
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BP sells 49% stake in portfolio of 199 forecourts for just under £400m
BP has raised nearly £400m through the sale of a 49% stake in the freehold of a portfolio of 199 company-owned forecourts across the UK, as part of a lease-back arrangement.
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Co-op reopens four forecourt sites in one week after an investment of £3m
The Co-op has reopened four petrol filling stations with enhanced food stores this week following a £3m programme of works and improvements.
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Police renew warnings to forecourts about marauding motorbike gangs at Halloween
Fuel retailers are again being warned to take precautions against lawless gangs of motorbike, quad bike, moped and scooter riders who may take to the roads over Halloween.
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Government consults on allowing cashback without a purchase
A consultation on proposals to allow shops to provide cashbacks without a purchase has been announced by the Government.
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Two man arrested after burglary at Hampshire petrol station
Two men have been arrested in connection with a string of burglaries at business premises in the New Forest in Hampshire including a petrol station.
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Swizzels plans to drive sales with virtual Halloween party
Sweet manufacturer Swizzels is aiming to ensure Halloween isn’t cancelled, despite the pandemic, by staging the UK’s largest virtual Halloween party.
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Essar Oil UK extends deal to supply Asda with petrol and diesel
Essar Oil UK, which owns and operates the Stanlow Refinery, has announced a new agreement with Asda for the supply of petrol and diesel in the Midlands. Asda has an existing contract to lift road transport fuels direct from the Road Terminal at Stanlow. The new agreement, however, is the first time that the retail giant will source products from Essar’s Kingsbury Terminal, close to Birmingham.
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Forecourt crime falls to lowest level since 2015 according to BOSS
Forecourt crime has fallen to its lowest level since 2015, according to the latest Forecourt Crime Index from BOSS – the British Oil Security Syndicate. After an increase in the first quarter of 2020, the BOSS Forecourt Crime Index covering the second quarter (Q2) of 2020 fell by 50.1% to 99 (198: Q1 2020). However, the volume of incidents is on the rise and BOSS expect a surge in incidents during the second half of 2020.
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New funding for disabled toilet facilities at motorway service areas
New Government funding has been allocated for disabled toilet facilities at motorway service areas, and the scheme is being extended to include services on A-roads.
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Fraudster steals cigarettes, Red Bull and cash from forecourt store
Officers from Suffolk Police are appealing for witnesses after an incident of fraud at a service station.
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Supply of electric cars in UK could dry up in 2021 think tank warns
The supply of new electric cars in the UK is in danger of running out next year as manufacturers prioritise the EU market, a think tank has warned.
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Roadchef awarded Investors in People recognition for its HR policies
Motorway service area operator Roadchef has received gold accreditation from Investors in People (IIP), and has been shortlisted for its employee welfare initiatives at the UK Social Mobility Awards, Employer Benefits Awards and the Engage Awards.
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Detectives release CCTV images after attempted armed robbery
Detectives from Greater Manchester Police have released CCTV images following an attempt armed robbery.
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Government praises convenience retailers work during pandemic
Convenience retailers vital role in supporting customers during the pandemic has been praised by the Government.
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Electric vehicle approved (EVA) scheme re-opens for dealers to drive EV uptake
The Electric Vehicle Approved (EVA) accreditation scheme has re-opened today (October 12, 2020).