Category: My Business News and Views

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 […]

Red diesel duty equalisation changes, coming into effect from 1st April 2022, have not been heavily discussed in the haulage trade press. This might be unsurprising, considering that the road transport industry relies largely on white diesel, but if your business currently uses red diesel for any commercial applications, it’s time to get familiar with […]

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 […]

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 […]

The countdown is on to the red diesel duty equalisation changes which come into force on 1st April 2022. Are you ready? If the answer is no, or you’re not sure, don’t worry. We are here to help. This is the biggest change that the fuel industry has seen in decades, and we are committed […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]