Category: Certas Energy News

As the UK’s largest independent distributor of fuel and lubricants we are committed to supporting  the construction industry become more sustainable.  By becoming a Partner to the Supply Chain Sustainability School we join 142 companies from across the built environment supply chain who are working together through the School to create a more sustainable industry. […]

The Autumn 2021 Budget was announced on 27th October, and it contains a number of important changes for Certas Energy customers across industries. Many of these are designed to help bring the UK closer to its Net Zero Carbon 2050 goal, supporting other recent initiatives like trials exploring the use of HVO for home heating, […]

Earlier this year, in our Guide to the Red Diesel Rule Changes, Certas Energy shared news of the UK government’s planned changes to when and how red diesel/gas oil will be permitted for use from 1 April 2022. After this date, many businesses will need move to unrebated DERV/white diesel or a cleaner-burning alternative fuel […]

Keeping your fuel supply safe so you can stay productive. It’s important to understand that there are separate requirements for storing large quantities of fuel oil on a farm for purposes such as fuelling a tractor or powering a grain dryer, versus non-agricultural, commercial usage. If a farm’s fuel storage tanks are non-compliant with the […]

We are aware of the national shortage of HGV drivers and this is putting additional strain on the whole haulage industry at this time. Certas Energy is in a strong position however as we have our own fleet of 900 tankers and drivers and rely less on third party logistics. We are working diligently to […]

What makes E10 petrol different? E10 petrol is not a new fuel, it is simply new to the UK – it has been in use across Europe, the US and Australia for some time. What makes it different is its renewable ethanol content. E10 petrol contains up to 10% renewable ethanol (min. 5.5%), which is […]

Kerosene is widely known as an efficient and reliable fuel source. The thin clear liquid is often used to heat homes and has many commercial uses too.

The UK government’s announcement of changes to the rules on rebated diesel usage has been a source of confusion and concern across UK businesses and, in particular, the construction sector. As of 1 April 2022, red diesel will no longer be available at a rebated rate for many commercial applications, which covers the majority of […]

As regulatory changes and the increasing pace of energy innovation converge with constant budget pressures, businesses must weigh up which fuels are the best choice to invest in, while also managing their fuel supply. Fortunately, there are tools and support now readily available that can ease this complex process. For in-depth data within 48 hours […]

Harvest season is just around the corner. For arable farmers, it is one of the busiest times of the year -juggling the responsibilities of the season alongside all the year-round tasks it takes to keep a farm running. Managing fuel and lubricant supply is an essential part of farming operations, but it need not be […]