Category: My Business News and Views

Lorry drivers nationwide are facing increasing difficulties when it comes to finding a safe and secure place to park. While the number of vehicles parked overnight has risen by 36%, the amount of on-site spaces (located in lorry parks including Motorway Service Areas) only increased by 14%. With 1,411 additional overnight spaces required immediately to […]

Go Plant Fleet Services are committed to improving the air quality in London and Birmingham, as they transition from traditional diesel to cleaner-burning, GTL (Gas To Liquid) Fuel in their road sweeper fleet. Trials will take place in London and Birmingham over a six-month period starting in July 2019. Supplied in the UK by Certas […]

With air pollution regularly exceeding legal limits across the UK, the transport sector is under increasing pressure to reduce levels of harmful local emissions.  AdBlue® is essential for ensuring certain engines comply with legal emissions standards and is a basic operational requirement for Euro 5 and Euro 6 vehicles. Without it, transport businesses could be putting […]

One of our own is taking on a massive challenge to help support people living with cancer. Carlton Joseph, Depot Operations Supervisor, is taking part in a 100 mile bike ride around the London and Surrey area. The Prudential Ride London is taking place in August 2019. Carlton has chosen to support the cancer charity, […]

We’re delighted to announce that Certas Energy has won in the Environmental Innovation category at this year’s prestigious Plantworx Innovation Awards. Held annually, the Plantworx Innovation Awards celebrate the companies, products and services that have made a real difference in the construction equipment industry. The Environmental Innovation Award category recognises the entry judged to be […]

Bedford Borough Council is committed to cleaner air by running a six month pilot to switch select fleet vehicles from traditional diesel to cleaner-burning, Gas To Liquid, GTL Fuel. GTL Fuel is supplied by Certas Energy, the nation’s leading independent distributor of fuels and lubricants. A drop-in, cleaner burning diesel alternative fuel, GTL Fuel can be […]

Monitoring fuel usage, vehicle performance and driver behaviour are all key to making informed resource planning decisions and optimising fuel efficiency. Without having access to the ‘bigger picture’ of fleet fuel consumption to see when, where and how much fuel is dispensed – and by whom – fuel management can become little more than guesswork. […]

Since switching to onsite fuel storage, bulk fuel and fuel card solutions from Certas Energy, ASH Group has achieved total visibility over fuel usage and expenditure across its fleet with a clear audit trail of spend to support resource planning and prevent fraud. The business has also reported a significant reduction in fuel costs, saving […]

Operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, Harwich Haven in Essex is one of the UK’s largest and busiest commercial port complexes. Harwich Haven Authority (HHA) is the non-profit organisation that oversees the port, ensuring the complex remains open and operational while helping nearly 5,000 visiting vessels a year […]

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 […]