“The HR apprenticeship programme was right for me as I have always been a people person and I wanted to pursue a career in Human Resources. “I’ve learnt a lot in terms of managing absence, employment law and the whole recruitment process. “I would strongly suggest applying for an apprenticeship programme, especially within Certas, as […]
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“An apprenticeship was the right choice for me because university wasn’t for me. The idea of learning while I was earning really appealed to me. “I’m two and half years into my apprenticeship and I’ve already learnt so much. I know that the skills and experience I’ve had so far will benefit me in my
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Most HGV drivers do not have the luxury of delaying their journeys when the cold sets in. As temperatures begin to drop, follow these top 10 tips to stay safe and keep moving in winter weather. 1. Check conditions before setting off. Take a look at the forecast before getting in your lorry. The weather may
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Certas Energy, the UK’s leading independent distributor of fuels and lubricants, has recently opened a new bunker refuelling site in Holyhead, North Wales. The site is the only dedicated HGV-refuelling facility on the island of Anglesey. Featuring a high-speed refuelling system, which dispenses fuel at a speed of up to 120 litres per minute, it
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When it comes to the alternative fuels conversation, fiction can too often take precedence over fact. That’s why we created The Alternative Guide to Navigating the New Energy Mix to bust the myths that could be holding businesses back from adopting alternative fuels to transition to a low emission future. While many businesses know that alternative fuels
When it comes to flexibility in fuel storage and supply on construction sites, few solutions offer the versatility of transportable fuel cubes. A combination of innovative product design and the latest monitoring technology means that fuel cubes can help save businesses time, improve site safety and extend operational time of plant machinery. Saving time with
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During the busy winter season, any disruption to tight scheduling can have a significant impact on meeting deadlines and, ultimately, a transport business’ bottom line. Effective lubrication is key to delivering cost savings in winter by protecting vehicle components from the elements and extending the periods between maintenance. So, how can lubricants help keep your
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Certas Energy, the UK’s leading independent distributor of fuels and lubricants, is opening a new depot in Holton Heath in February. The development follows a £2 million investment to turn a former truck parking location for Certas in the Laydown Area, into a large fuel storage depot; supplying fuels, heating oil, lubricants, AdBlue, 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 increased pressure to meet tight deadlines. Under these challenging conditions, monitoring fuel consumption, vehicle performance and driver behaviour can help fleet managers to achieve valuable cost savings. Here we explore how the right fuel management
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With the drive to improve air quality in towns and cities across the country, the haulage industry is under pressure to cut emissions. AdBlue has proven to be a leading technology for reducing the harmful Nitrogen Oxide (NOx) emissions from diesel engines that contribute to local air pollution. So what is AdBlue, who needs it and why
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Winter is the busiest season in the haulage calendar, so it’s vital that drivers keep to schedule in order to meet tight deadlines and avoid costly disruption. Yet when moving goods abroad in commercial vehicles, there are a number of additional regulations fleet managers must understand before sending their drivers out of the country. To
Fleet Winter Driving Regulations in Europe: Don’t put your journey on ice Read More »
Alternative liquid fuels offer an immediate option that contractors, subcontractors and suppliers in the construction industry can take to protect the environment, comply with legislation and improve quality of life for their operatives and impact on communities. Yet many construction businesses state that a lack of proven results around these fuels is a key barrier