Certas News

Working towards improving the truck driver infrastructure within the UK, Certas Energy Roadside Services division is pleased to announce the acquisition of Roadking (Hollies) Cannock – the well-known West Midlands-based truckstop that includes a transport cafe, HGV parking and coach services. The acquisition of The Hollies will be the first truck stop operated by Certas […]

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, […]

While countries across Europe are experiencing challenges in the manufacture and supply of AdBlue® diesel additive, Certas Energy would like to assure all our contracted and regular volume customers of our continued ability to meet their AdBlue® needs.   The skyrocketing gas prices are impacting the production of automotive grade urea – a key component in […]

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 […]

While the UK faces an increased demand for fuel during the ongoing HGV driver shortage, Certas Energy would like to assure all our business customers of the continued strength and reliability of our fuel distribution network and supply. Certas Energy faces no shortage of product and we are able to fulfil all orders, however customer […]

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 […]