All Forecourt Trader articles in September 2024 – Page 10
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NewsRAC trials HVO for recovery trucks
The RAC is trialling hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) as an alternative fuel to power its recovery trucks.
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NewsJet launches win a car platinum anniversary pump promotion
Fuel brand Jet is launching its biggest national promotion to date, tying in with its 70th year anniversary celebrations and giving motorists the chance to win a car worth £26,000.
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NewsForecourt veteran calls for industry to unite and support family of drive-off victim
Industry stalwart Guy White is rallying the industry to raise money to support the family of a petrol station employee critically injured while trying to stop a drive-off.
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OtherCOMMENT: The rise of HVO and how the future of fuel goes beyond electric
As world leaders gather in Baku, Azerbaijan, for COP29 to tackle the climate crisis, much of the discussion around decarbonising the global transport industry will likely focus on the transition to electric vehicles (EV), but HVO should be part of the enrvironmental debate, says Ollie Bradshaw, sustainability lead at Certas Energy.
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NewsThe Jordon Group joins the Bellrock Group in merger
The Jordon Group has joined technology and property services provider Bellrock Group in a merger.
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NewsEarle Gregory sells final forecourt to up and coming Shinon Group
A couple of former petrol station colleagues who have gone on to purchase sites at a rate of more than one a year since 2021, have bought Earle Gregory’s last remaining site, and their fifth, in their 30s.
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NewsRecycling regulation coming in under forecourt operators’ radar, warns ACS
Forecourt retailers are being warned they risk being unprepared for major new waste recycling regulations taking effect in England in March.
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NewsAPEA warns legislation loophole leading to unsafe EV charging installation
The Association for Petrol and Explosives Administration (APEA) has expressed concerns to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) about a loophole in current legislation that could lead to petrol stations installing electric vehicle (EV) chargepoints in potentially dangerous locations.
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NewsEG On The Move on track to operate 55 forecourts by spring 2025
Zuber Issa is set to be running 55 forecourts by next spring, with his 46th site – Birmingham Airport Services – opening on Thursday last week (November 14).
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NewsACS raises concerns over separate deposit return scheme for Wales
The Association of Convenience Stores has raised serious concerns over the Welsh government’s decision to create its own deposit return scheme (DRS).
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NewsACS launches extended advice on vape sales ahead of 2025 disposable ban
The Association of Convenience Stores has launched an extended version of its ‘Selling Vapes Responsibly’ guide to support retailers with the transition away from disposable vapes ahead of a ban on the products on June 1 next year.
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NewsSJS Group finds ‘affordable’ EV charging option to roll out at four sites
Johnny Srikrishna has just installed his first electric vehicle (EV) charger – which he describes as an affordable option – at his site in Epsom, Surrey. This is one of six petrol stations he owns with his father Kris under the SJS Group.
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NewsOwners seeking buyer for ‘thriving’ forecourt in Northwest London
Craven Park Service Station, a resilient, four pump Total Energies forecourt in Harlesden, Northwest London, is up for sale after nearly 30 years of ownership by three business partners.
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NewsAscona boss wins two entrepreneur awards
Darren Briggs, founder and chief executive of Top 50 Indie Ascona Group, has won two accolades from the 2024 Allica Bank Great British Entrepreneur Awards.
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NewsEast of England Co-op installs EDGEPoS at five forecourts
East of England Co-op has completed its roll out of EDGEPoS, the epos software from Henderson Technology which provides sales analytics and inventory management, at five forecourts.
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InterviewWhat is next for MFG: the modest mega-group?
Its recent acquisition of 337 Morrisons sites cemented the business’s status as the UK’s biggest forecourt operator. In a rare interview, its chief executive reveals what comes next.
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NewsMaxol and Henderson sign £625 million two-way supply deal
Northern Ireland forecourt retailer Maxol has signed a £625 million, five-year contract with grocery giant Henderson, which owns the Spar franchise in the province.
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NewsGovernment to review ZEV mandate
The government has agreed to consult on targets for new electric car sales, following growing concern from car firms that they are too high for current consumer demand.
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NewsOilfast launches UK roadside retail brand
Scottish fuel supplier Oilfast has entered the UK roadside retail market with its first unmanned forecourt taking the brand on its canopy signage.
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OtherTECH TALK: Charge ahead with EV plans without checking with your Petroleum Enforcing Authority at your peril
The fifth edition of the Blue Book, the industry bible on petrol station design, construction, modification and maintenance, was launched this month, and forecourt operators thinking of installing electric vehicle chargepoints should give special attention to Chapter 3, urges Jamie Thompson, chair of The Association for Petroleum and Explosive Administration’s technical committee.