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Countdown for construction: what companies need to know about red diesel rule changes

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The UK government’s announcement of changes to the rules on rebated diesel usage has been a source of concern for the construction sector. As of 1st April 2022, red diesel will no longer be available at a rebated rate for many commercial applications, which covers most uses in the industry. The end of low-tax fuel […]

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Red alert for agriculture: what farmers need to know about red diesel duty equalisation

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From 1st April 2022, the regulations around the use of red diesel—also known as tractor diesel—are changing. It will no longer be permitted for use in certain ways, and by specific industries. For the most part, the agricultural industry will not be affected by red diesel duty equalisation and farmers will be able to carry

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Russia / Ukraine – Government Sanctions Statement – update 10th March 2022

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Issued: Thursday 10 March 2022 – 1.30pm Certas Energy is the largest independent distributor of liquid fuels in the UK with a robust national supply chain through our supply partners. We have contractual supply agreements with virtually all major refineries and importers across the UK and all these suppliers are operating in accordance with UK

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Russia – Government Sanctions Statement

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Issued: Friday 04 March 2022 – 09.30am Certas Energy is the largest independent distributor of liquid fuels in the UK and as such we have a robust national supply chain with contractual supply arrangements with virtually all of the major refineries and importers across the UK. These suppliers are already working in accordance with any

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Certas Energy Bolsters Commitment to UK Logistics with Haven Service Station Acquisition

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Continuing its programme of investment into UK logistics and haulage infrastructure, Certas Energy, part of FTSE 100-listed DCC plc, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Haven Service Station at the Port of Felixstowe. As Britain’s biggest and busiest container port, Felixstowe handles over 4 million TEUs (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units) a year. Haven Service Station

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Getting your fuel winter-ready to avoid disruption

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When the temperatures drop during winter, it’s important to remember to monitor the health of your fuel supply. Neglecting fuel supplies during the winter months could result in costly issues and productivity disruptions, which is particularly unwanted during projects with tight timescales. To make sure your fuel is prepared for the colder temperatures, additives are

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Prepare your fleet for winter, the right way

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Being on the road all year round, hauliers will be the first to testify how bitterly cold the UK weather can get. But there’s more to winter preparation than warm clothing and a hot thermos. The cold weather can have serious impacts on unprepared vehicles, causing fuel issues that could stop your fleet from heading

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Keeping your fleet moving this winter with fuel cards

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Managing costs during the busy winter period can pose additional difficulties for transport operators, with fleets facing greater demand and tight deadlines. Plus, supply chain issues and a growing body of regulations aimed at reducing emissions are increasing pressure on UK businesses, making it difficult to predict delivery times and quantities. Under these challenging conditions,

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Smart solutions for managing your fuel on construction sites this winter

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Efficient fuel management is crucial for running a construction site successfully, and it becomes even more important during the winter months. Colder weather can cause issues like machinery malfunctions and delivery delays, as well as potential damage to fuel tanks and contamination of the fuel itself. However, improved fuel management through a combination of smart

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COP26 Round-Up: Balfour Beatty’s sustainability showcase supported by Certas Energy

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After almost two weeks of discussion, collaboration and policymaking, the agenda for decarbonisation has been set at COP26, as global political and business leaders make new commitments for achieving Net Zero. Read on for highlights from the event, along with key takeaways from the COP26 conference that every Certas Energy customer needs to know. Fuelling

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Red Alert: 3 Tips for Preventing Fuel Theft On-Site

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From 1 April 2022, many UK businesses will no longer be entitled to use rebated red diesel fuel for commercial reasons, including transport, power generation and heating. This significantly impacts certain industries in particular, such as construction and infrastructure. Certas Energy’s ongoing blog post series explains everything customers need to know about the upcoming changes.

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