Category: My Business News and Views

Certas Energy customers nationwide can now power their operations with Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) – and instantly cut up to 90% of their business’ greenhouse gas emissions. Certas Energy is part of DCC plc, a leading international sales, marketing and support services group, which launched its new Leading With Energy strategy in May 2022. As […]

We know life on the farm is busy, and it can be easy for fuel safety and security to be pushed down the priority list – but it’s important not to let standards slip. Here we shine a spotlight on fuel safety and security and outlining steps on how to mitigate risk, so you can […]

Come rain or shine, farmers rely on their machinery to operate at peak performance at all times – and this is especially true during harvest. With an abundance of crops to harvest and only a short time to do so, every moment counts. Fear not! There are some essential – but often overlooked – products […]

Certas Energy has been awarded 4 stars by The ECO Stars Fleet Recognition Scheme for its dedication and drive to be an environmentally-responsible fleet operator. The ECO Stars scheme rates members for their operational and environmental performance and offers ways to further improve fuel efficiency and air quality. Following assessment of its 143-strong mixed fleet […]

On 1st April 2022, the regulations around the use of red diesel — also known as tractor diesel — changed. It is no longer be permitted for use in certain ways, and by specific industries. For the most part, the agricultural industry is unaffected by red diesel duty equalisation and farmers can carry on using […]

The deadline may have come and gone – but if you are still unsure about how red diesel duty reform affects you and your business, don’t worry. We are here to help. Duty equalisation is the biggest change that the fuel industry has seen in decades, and we are committed to supporting our customers through […]

Supply chain issues, perceived shortages, legislation changes and price increases are all contributing to the recent rise in fuel theft affecting many industries across the UK. The changes to red diesel duty have also increased the appeal of fuel to opportunistic criminals. As a result of the reformed regulations, many businesses are no longer eligible […]

The Road Haulage Association (RHA) recently raised the alarm over increasing rates of fuel theft, posing a risk to transport’s profitability and productivity, as well as to driver safety. When it comes to keeping your fleet’s drivers and fuel safe whilst on the move, secure parking and payment options can help to minimise the risk. […]

The impact of the recent red diesel duty changes is being keenly felt by businesses across the country, with multiple sectors no longer eligible to use rebated red diesel fuel. Although the significant duty increase is the most pressing concern, making the switch from red diesel to more expensive alternatives has come with other issues. […]

Every day is a busy day for farmers, but Spring is a pivotal time to take stock and sow the seeds for a successful year ahead. As your to-do list grows, it’s essential that you have everything you need to keep you and your farm moving. To help you spring into action, we have compiled […]