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Post-Brexit Arrangements Statement

Updated: 24 March 2021 As the UK’s largest fuel distributor, Certas Energy took all possible precautionary steps to ensure continuity of supply for the possible outcomes and resulting consequences of trade talks between the European Union and the UK. Those negotiations resulted in a deal being reached with the European Union, which came into force […]

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Shining a light on what matters most this National Lorry Week

As National Lorry Week commences, the Road Haulage Association (RHA) is encouraging the nation to shine a light for the people that deliver 98% of our essential consumer goods – including food, medicine and fuel. The tribute, scheduled for 8pm on Thursday 19 November, is designed to bring into focus the vital work of an

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Recycling firm solves fleet sludge problem with cleaner burning alternative fuel

Background Family-owned waste management company, Pinden Limited, prides itself on being an innovative operation. The firm has been servicing businesses and households across Kent and the South East since 1973 and, as part of the community, is invested in helping to improve the local surroundings. Always looking for ways to lessen the potential impact of

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FAME-free farming as Suffolk farms eliminate filter blockages with cleaner diesel alternative

Two Farms, One Challenge Home Farm Nacton is Red Tractor and LEAF marque certified, with strong sustainability and quality credentials. It is an organic and conventional vegetable farm near Ipswich, cropping 1,170 hectares on the historic Orwell Park Estate, as well as contracting partner farms comprising 814 hectares. Home Farm Nacton receives deliveries of up

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Portico turns the tide on harmful emissions with alternative fuel

Portico, a deep water cargo terminal owned by Portsmouth City Council and based within Portsmouth International Port, is taking action to minimise its impact on local air quality by powering its cargo handling operations with a low emission alternative fuel. The business is working with Certas Energy – the nation’s leading independent distributor of fuels

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Power Plane fuel cleaner, low emission operations with GTL Fuel

Leading UK planing, fine milling and surface mining specialists Power Plane Limited have demonstrated their commitment to minimising their environmental impact by transitioning their entire fleet to a cleaner burning alternative to diesel, GTL Fuel. Supplied by Certas Energy, the nation’s leading independent distributor of fuels and lubricants, the Gas-to-Liquid (GTL) fuel is a paraffinic

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Are liquid fuels a stepping stone towards a net-zero future?

While the COVID-19 pandemic has given the Government’s net-zero emissions policy an unexpected boost – thanks to a 34% fall in carbon emissions during the first four weeks of lockdown – the outlook remains pessimistic for policymakers. Look no further than this statement from the executive director of the International Energy Agency: “This decline in

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Making cleaner fuel choices for your farm

Growing concerns over the impact air pollution levels in the UK are having on our health and the environment, combined with a focus on the impact farming is having on natural ecosystems, means reducing emissions from diesel machinery is becoming an important consideration for farmers. Available from Certas Energy in the UK, GTL Fuel contributes

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Supporting care workers by donating PPE packages to 46 care homes

As an essential industry with key workers delivering essential fuel to homes and businesses, Certas Energy fully appreciates and understands how important the need for effective PPE is for many frontline key workers. Wanting to help our communities where we can, Certas Energy carefully considered options for how best to support those in need. Managing

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Free hot drinks for NHS and emergency service workers at Certas Energy forecourts

To support the tireless efforts of the UK’s blue light services, fuel supplier Certas Energy is offering free hot drinks to all NHS and emergency service workers visiting its petrol stations across the country. Workers can receive their free hot drink by presenting their work ID or Blue Light Card at any forecourt operated by

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