All Forecourt Trader articles in October 2023 – Page 5
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NewsMFG sites to host Parcel Pending by Quadient
Top 50 Indie MFG will start hosting a number of Parcel Pending by Quadient open network lockers in the coming weeks, offering 24/7 delivery and pick-up for carriers and consumers across the UK.
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NewsBP joins group promoting development of hydrogen-fuelled trucking
BP has become the latest oil company to join a collaboration aiming to support development and large-scale deployment of hydrogen-fuelled trucking.
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NewsPolice appeal after concerns for welfare of man last seen on forecourt
Thames Valley Police is appealing for the public’s help in identifying and tracing a man last seen on a forecourt due to concerns for his welfare.
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NewsPolice alert after spate of thefts of fuel cards from lorries
Police are reminding hauliers to take extra care around fuel cards after a spate of thefts.
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON CHRISTMAS ALCOHOL: Festive cheer(s)
In the run-up to this Christmas – just like last year – there will be surveys that say people are being forced to tighten their belts due to the cost-of-living crisis. Of course that is true but on the other hand, because Christmas is such a big event, there will still be consumers who will push the boat out and spend more than they usually do to treat themselves, their families and their friends. But what they choose to buy may change.
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NewsPolice issue CCTV image in appeal after cyclist damages car on forecourt
Staffordshire Police has launched an appeal for information after a car on a forecourt was damaged by a cyclist in Burton-on-Trent.
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NewsAsda launches programme to convert former Co-op forecourt sites to Asda Express
Asda has launched a programme to convert 116 petrol station forecourts and attached convenience stores acquired from the Co-op Group last year to its Asda Express convenience brand.
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NewsMFG, Henderson Group and Sewell on the go join in expansion of PayPoint gift card
Leadling forecourt operators MFG, Henderson Group and Sewell on the go are among 21 major retailers taking part in a significant expansion of PayPoint’s Love2shop gift card offering.
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NewsA Labour government would reinstate 2030 ICE ban, says shadow business secretary
A Labour government would reinstate the 2030 ban on the sale of new diesel and petrol vehicles, it was revealed this week at the party’s annual conference, by shadow business secretary Jonathan Reynolds.
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NewsACS welcomes Labour commitment to get tougher on “epidemic” of shoplifting gangs
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has welcomed a commitment from shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper to get tougher on the “epidemic” of shoplifting gangs through the introduction of new sanctions for attacking a shopworker.
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NewsSainsbury’s reveals plans to expand partnership with Greggs on its forecourts
Sainsbury’s has revealed it plans to open more Greggs outlets at its petrol forecourts following the launch of a site at its Biggleswade petrol station in Bedfordshire in May.
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NewsSharma Garages re-opens BP Swift Services after knockdown rebuild
Top 50 Indie, Sharma Garages, has successful reopened its BP Swift Services at junction 15 of the M6 in Newcastle under Lyme following a knockdown rebuild.
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NewsMost ultra-rapid chargers are at forecourts or retail parks
Drivers are most likely to find ultra-rapid EV chargers at service stations and retail car parks, according to the latest figures released by Zapmap. At the end of September, there were 1,457 ultra-rapid devices at service stations across the UK – an increase of 82% on the previous year – and 892 at retail car parks, a 61% increase year-on-year.
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NewsUrgent measures needed to boost confidence in zero emission vans
With manufacturers facing new zero emission van sales quotas starting at 10% in January, there is a clear need for a national plan that gives more van operators the confidence to make net zero investments. So said the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) as it released its latest van sales data.
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NewsVillage fete powered by EVs
Hyundai recently hosted the world’s first EV-powered fete in Chettle, Dorset, to highlight the ways that EVs can help people live more sustainably.
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NewsCostco forecourt planned for Gloucester
Ground has been cleared at a 11.5 acre site in Gloucester to make way for a new Costco warehouse and petrol station.
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NewsLast chance to buy tickets for the Forecourt Trader Awards!
Excitement is building as guests rush to buy the last remaining tickets for the Forecourt Trader Awards 2023 which takes place this week at the glamorous Park Plaza, Westminster.
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NewsBP Pulse to redevelop South Mimms site
BP Pulse has laid out plans for a £7m redevelopment of its forecourt at South Mimms Services at Junction 23 of the M25, which includes the addition of a rapid EV charging hub.
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NewsGun used in carjacking on forecourt
Police are appealing for information following a report of a carjacking at a forecourt in the Main Street area of Trillick, Co Tyrone, on Wednesday, October 4.
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NewsThe Restaurant Show moves to the NEC
If you’re visiting next year’s Forecourt Show, you now have the chance to visit The Restaurant Show at the same time. Previously held in London, The Restaurant Show will become part of the UK Food & Drink Shows (Food & Drink Expo, Farm Shop & Deli Show, National Convenience Show and The Forecourt Show), enhancing the UK’s largest food and drink event at the NEC Birmingham from April 29 to May 1.