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Oil prices show small rise
Oil prices inched higher in volatile market trading as the dollar weakened.
Fuel hikes blamed for drop in profits
Sky-high fuel prices have been cited as one of the major reasons behind figures which show that up to three-quarters of 16 Irish listed companies are expected to announce a drop in profits.
Pipe reopening signals drop in oil price
The reopening of the BTC oil pipeline through Turkey has been cited as the principal reason behind the drop of $6 in the price of a barrel of crude oil.
Oil surges upwards in price
US crude oil jumped more than 5 dollars a barrel on rising tensions between the United States and major oil supplier Russia on the back of rising tensions between the two countries.
Firm takes the hi-tech route to reducing motor fuel bills
A Galway company has developed new technology which it claims can reduce fuel bills by 10-15 percent.
Oil price rise adds to costs
Fuel costs for already hard-pressed motorists may rise once more on the back of another increase in the price of oil.
Oil price recedes further
The small gain made in world oil prices recently have given way with US barrels falling to below $115.
Oil demand falls
The global demand for oil has fallen considerably and this has had a positive effect on the price of fuel, which is set to come down over the coming weeks.
Oil prices drop
The news on the price of diesel is good for a change as the price of oil continues to drop as the strength of the dollar increases, much to the relief of traders.
Where is our fuel relief?
As the price of a barrel of oil has fallen dramatically, motorists must ask why is this not being reflected properly in charges at the pump?
Oil prices fall under $120
World oil prices are back below the $120 a barrel mark for the first time in three months.
Northern drivers to benefit from fuel price war
Drivers in Northern Ireland should feel the benefits of a forecourt fuel price war between its leading retain giants.
Rising fuel costs hit Ryanair
Budget air carrier Ryanair is reportedly facing losses of around €60m due to the soaring cost of fuel.
Fears raised that oil prices could quadruple
Don’t panic yet but OPEC has sent shockwaves through knee joints everywhere by predicting that oil process could rocket to an incredible $500 a barrel.
A glimpse of the future: cars to run on household waste
Cars fuelled by household waste could be on our roads within three years.
GreenChem triples UK AdBlue production capacity
A new plant in Irlam, Manchester has begun production of AdBlue for GreenChem, allowing the industry leading company to triple output of UK-produced AdBlue.
Illegal fuel seized in Armagh
Customs officer and police have seized 16,000 litres of laundered fuel in two separate operations in County Armagh.
More cutbacks in the sky
The feeling of doom and gloom caused by soaring fuel prices is all too palpable with further cutbacks announced today by air carriers.
Rising oil prices hit Ryanair
Ryanair has reduced its traffic through Dublin airport, due in part to escalating oil prices worldwide.
Bush ban move meaningless
George Bush’s decision to lift a ban on offshore drilling in the US will do little to alleviate soaring oil prices.
Ireland is fourth most-dependent energy importer
Figures reveal that Ireland ranks fourth in the list of Europe’s most dependent energy importers.
Gardai step up rogue hauliers clampdown
The Gardai has lived up to their word as a major operation has begun to seek out hauliers that are using illegal fuel in their trucks following a number of checkpoints around the country in the last few days.
Oil back up
Despite falling by over $5 earlier in the week, the price of crude oil has returned to its old ways as a barrel was up by more than $1 at the end of trading yesterday.
Crude oil drops
For the first time this year, crude oil has dropped significantly in price as the cost of a barrel of oil has receded by as much as $5, following a number of events triggering the drop.
Biofuel industry seek meeting
The Minister for Finance, Brian Lenihan has been called on by members of the biofuel industry to sit down and discuss a new scheme that would see up to 5,000 trucks converted to run on plant oil.
Haulage firm targeted twice by thieves
A haulage firm has suffered at the hands of thieves twice in a week after thousands of litres of diesel were stolen from its premise in England.
Garda crackdown on rogue hauliers
Following the revelation that almost a fifth of hauliers operating in Ireland are doing so illegally, Garda assistant commissioner Eddie Rock has revealed that a major campaign to rid the roads of these people will begin immediately.
Tullow oil on the rise
Dublin headquartered Tullow Oil is expected to deliver even more good news to its shareholders when it announces its latest trade-up to the market tomorrow.
UK hesitant over biofuels
UK Transport Secretary Ruth Kelly has admitted that there are many questions to be answered about biofuels before the nation can spend millions developing the fuel.
G8 to discuss oil
The leaders of the group of eight major industrial nations have announced there will be a meeting held between oil producers and consumers to discuss the fuel prices.
Quinn calls on customs increase
Irish Road Haulage Association President Jimmy Quinn has called on the Government to appoint more custom officials as they prepare to clamp down on the illegal use of fuel.
Rogue hauliers targeted
The Revenue Commissioners have given the Irish Road Haulage Association something to smile about after it announced plans to rid the roads of rogue hauliers.
Fuel smugglers to be hit hard
The Northern Ireland Assembly is to launch a campaign to crackdown on illegal fuel smuggling that has increased considerably since the start of the year.
Banks profit from record oil prices
Record oil prices have hit the worldwide economy hard, but as always is the case, someone is making a fortune and in this case it is the Saudi Arabian banks.
No resolution in haulier talks
Talks between the Irish Road Hauliers Association and officials from the Department of Transport will resume on Monday morning after today’s meeting was adjourned.
Hauliers to meet Minister
For the second time in a fortnight hauliers are to meet with Minster for the Department of the Transport Noel Dempsey to discuss proposals to help them cope with the rising cost of fuel.
Ban on bulk vegetable oil sales
Tesco Ireland has put a nationwide wide ban on the bulk sale of vegetable oil as more motorists are using the commodity to top up their cars, amid the rising price of fuel.
Chinese oil input to cause price rise
China is expected to import record volumes of petrol to help deal with the aftermath of the earthquake there and the forthcoming Olympics, which will see oil prices, soar considerably.
Deadline set for hauliers’ strike
Irish hauliers have set July 9th as they date that the will begin protesting and set up blockades over the escalating cost of fuel that has been crippling the industry for some time.
Brent crude tops $145 per barrel
For the first time ever Brent Crude oil has reached the record high of over $145 a barrel as OPEC predicts the cost will raise to as much as $175 by the end of the year.
Fuel protests go worldwide
As hauliers prepare for a massive protest in London today over the rising cost of fuel, which is one of many that has been held across Europe and the demonstrations have gone further afield as India’s truckers begun an indefinite strike yesterday.
Major fuel protest planned for London
As Irish hauliers wait to see if the Government is willing to help them out with regards to the rising cost of fuel, UK truckers will hold their biggest protest yet in London tomorrow (Wednesday).
Asian oil prices fluctuate
Oil prices in Asian trade reached over the $140 a barrel mark by the end of trading on Tuesday as the uncertainty over fuel continues to mount.
No respite in sight as further price hikes predicted
There’s no relief on the horizon for beleaguered motorists, with the price of fuel set to continue to soar wildly.
Diesel to be made redundant
Paying exorbitant prices for diesel could be a thing of the past as the US Government pushes for the development of large trucks with hybrid electric-combustion engines.
Fisherman may strike again
As the haulage industry braces itself for an all out strike, Fisherman may also join the protests as the Government has yet to provide a rescue package for them.
IRHA not optimistic
Irish Road Haulage Association President Jimmy Quinn has admitted that it is highly unlikely that hauliers will receive a tax rebate to ease the pressure of rising fuel prices.
Providence to produce more oil
Providence Resources will produce in the region of 5,000 barrels of oil per day for the Asian markets of Indonesia and Malaysia, it has been revealed.
RHA set for protest
Northern Ireland’s governing transport body the Road Haulage Association will protest against the rising cost of fuel at the Unite in Industry Day of Action.
Oil giants set for return to Iraq
Four of the biggest oil companies in the world, who were expelled from Iraq over four decades ago ,are to return to the country over the coming months.
Card operated station opens on Aran Islands
Ireland’s first ever card operated filling station for the public has opened on the Aran Islands and the petrol and diesel forecourt will be unmanned.
Hotelier hits back in fight against fuel costs
Don’t be surprised to see a number of trucks pull up outside a Galway hotel after its owner vowed to give free petrol and diesel to guests staying there.
Ferry to slow down
The rising cost of diesel has been blamed for the decision of a high speed ferry to slow down on journeys from Dun Laoghaire to Holyhead in a bid to save on fuel consumption.
Oil summit has no solution
The World’s leading oil producers met over the weekend to discuss the ever increasing price of fuel, but unfortunately there was no solution sought to the problem.
Welsh refinery protests end
Protests at Chevron and Murco oil refineries have been called off by Welsh hauliers who are protesting at fuel prices.
Oil steadies at last
Despite a big fuel price rise in China, oil prices have steadied as the market remains volatile during a turbulent time that has seen costs reach record highs.
Hauliers, farmers and taxi drivers join forces
Brussels came to standstill on Wednesday as hundreds of hauliers were joined by taxi drivers and farmers in a protest over the rising cost of fuel.
Hauliers to meet minister
Minister for Transport Noel Dempsey will sit down today with members of the Irish Road Haulage Association as they air their grievances over the rising cost of diesel.
Illegal fuel to be hit hard
A new group is being established to crack down on the cross-border illegal multi-million euro fuel trade between Northern and Southern Ireland.
Diesel tanker fire shuts UK motorway
A diesel tanker carrying up to 29,000 litres of fuel caught fire on the M4 in the UK caused serious delays in traffic as the motorway was closed for several hours.
Exxon-Mobil deny Irish forecourt sale
The owner of the ESSO franchise, Exxon-Mobil has ended speculation that it is about to sell its 48 service stations in Ireland, following the sale of its forecourt network in the US.
Tanker drivers agree deal
Shell tanker drivers and their employers have struck a deal over pay as normal service resumes to over 1,000 filling stations across the United Kingdom.
Speculators blamed for oil increase
The US government is to take a hard stance on oil traders who it believes has been the main reason for the price of fuel to reach record highs this year.
O’Leary predicts oil to fall
Ryanair chief executive Michael O’Leary will have given all hauliers some hope for a bright future by stating that the price of oil will fall to below $100 a barrel by the end of next year.
North Sea oil fire sees price rise
A fire on a North Sea oil rig cut output on the vessel and in doing so has been the reason for crude oil to reach a record high of almost $140 per barrel.
Tanker drivers plan more protests
Despite the four-day strike by Shell tanker drivers ending at 6am this morning, union representatives have stressed that further protests may go ahead, if a satisfactory conclusion can not be found soon.
Saudi’s to increase oil output
Concerns over the growing demand for oil have eased considerably after the Saudi Arabian Government revealed that they will be increasing their output from next month onwards.
CAI express concerns
The Consumers’ Association of Ireland believes that the rising cost of diesel and petrol is going to have a major impact on the Irish economy for some time to come, it has been revealed.
Fishermen end fuel protests
At a time when the IRHA is planning to begin protests over the rising cost of fuel, fishermen have decided to call off their blockades at Cork and Waterford harbours following talks with Government officials.
Fishermen make progress
The IRHA will be looking on with great interest as the Fishermen’s protest over the rising cost of fuel has earned them a meeting with the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Brendan Smith.
UK tanker drivers begin strike
Following the breakdown of talks between union officials and the UK government, tanker drivers have begun a four-day strike from 6am this morning.
Fuel prices blamed for inflation
The escalating price of fuel is one of the main reasons that inflation has been pushed up to 4.7% according to economists that released a report this morning.
Two killed in Spanish truck protests
Two people have been killed as the Spanish hauliers protest over the rising cost of fuel has resulted in riot police been sent in to avert any more danger.
FTA call on fuel duty to be halved
The UK Freight Transport Association has called on the British Government to half fuel duty on heavy goods vehicles, which would ease worries for hauliers.
UK tankers drivers set for further talks
Tanker drivers in dispute with Shell will hold further discussions today in a bid to avoid strike action on Friday by the hauliers over a pay dispute.
No special deal for hauliers says Dempsey
Minister for Transport Noel Dempsey TD has told hauliers that he has no plans to intervene and lessen the impact that rising diesel prices are having on the transport industry.
Tullow Oil raises $1bn
Tullow Oil’s heavy investment in African oil operations has seen the Irish company raise almost $1bn in assets following the sale of a share in the Hewett gas field.
UK tanker drivers to strike
Last minute talks are talking place between union and government officials over the potential strike by oil tanker drivers in the United Kingdom.
Oil Facility staff in negotiations
A 48hr stoppage has begun at Conoco Philips oil facility in Bantry, Co Cork this morning as SIPTU workers go out on strike over a row about the pay structure in the company.
Scottish convoy in place
Following in the footsteps of their English, French, Spanish and Portuguese counterparts, Scottish hauliers will today form a protest by means of a convoy against escalating fuel costs.
US pay the price
Despite seeing a drop in the price of a barrel of oil, United States motorists have been warned that they will be paying more for a gallon of gasoline than ever before.
Oil tops $138 mark
Following last week’s oil prices easing considering, the fall did not last long as the price of a barrel of fuel reached a new record high of $138.
Chilean truckers get tax cut on diesel
A three day strike by 30,000 transport companies has forced the Chilean government to reduce their tax take on diesel by a whopping 80 per cent.
Government says No
Despite calls to cut the excise duty on fuel, the Government has stressed that no reduction will take place in the near future, even though they acknowledge there is a crisis in the haulage industry.
Irish Fishermen continue fuel protest
Protests over the huge increase in the price of fuel continue as Irish fishermen will tie up their vessels at ports around the country on Thursday.
Trucker receives jail sentence
A lorry driver has been handed a six month jail sentence after he pleaded guilty to purchasing €7,900 of fuel for his personal use on his employer’s fuel card.
Quinn blasts DOT
Irish Road Haulage Association chairman Jimmy Quinn has been shocked by the government’s lack of action over spiraling fuel costs and stresses that the “Department of Transport might as well not exist.”
Fall in oil continues
The price of a barrel of oil has fallen to its lowest price in two weeks as the fuel now stands at $124.50, although in a volatile market that could rise.
Diesel to benefit from tax changes
More and more diesel cars are expected to be on Irish roads once the new tax changes are introduced on July 1st as the prices of vehicles dramatically change.
Oil prices ease
Following last week’s record highs, oil prices have slowly began to come down much to the relief of consumers as US economic data surprisingly improved.
Oil at twice the price
The price of oil has more than doubled since last year after the fuel reached a new record high of over £135 a barrel by the end of trading on Thursday evening.
Widespread protests planned
Following the successful protest against the rising cost of fuel in the UK by hauliers, many European countries are following suit by planning similar events.
School bus runs threatened
School bus runs may become a scarce sight as the Private Association of Motor Bus Owners has stressed that its members may withdraw their vehicles from service.
Fishermen to protest at fuel increase
Wexford fishermen are heading for Dublin this morning to protest against the rising cost of diesel as the increase has had a negative effect on their business.
Consumers to go diesel
Even though the price of fuel is at an all time high, it has been predicted that motorists will opt to purchase diesel cars after July 1st instead of petrol vehicles.
British Government act over fuel increase
As the Irish Government continue to rest on their laurels over the increase in fuel prices, their British counterparts are to meet with oil industry chiefs.
NI truckers head south
Northern Ireland hauliers are heading south in their droves to fill up on diesel as the price of fuel is cheaper in the Republic compared to the UK.
Oil drops $3 a barrel
In an amazing turnaround yesterday, the price of a barrel of oil dropped three dollars, which is the biggest decline since the end of April.
Huge protest planned for UK
Lorry drivers in the United Kingdom will be out in force today to show their unity against rising fuel prices as a convoy of trucks will travel to protests in London and Wales.
Irish truckers caught in French dispute
A protest by French fishermen has seen 25 Irish truck drivers locked in a compound in Cherbourg Harbour since last Friday when they arrived in the country.
Nigerian violence causes fuel rise
More violence in Nigeria has seen the price of a barrel of oil top $133 in Asian trade amid fears that there will be a shortage of fuel over the summer months.
French call for European VAT cut
President of France Nicolas Sarkozy believes that a cut in VAT to reduce fuel costs across Europe would help decrease prices for the consumer.
Calls to reduce UK fuel cost
The British Government has been asked to reduce diesel duty by as much as 50% in a bid to cut the crippling fuel bills that are damaging many haulage companies.
China blamed for fuel rise
China’s need for more diesel ahead of the Beijing Olympics has caused oil prices to rise to yet another record high amid fears of a fuel shortage.
Massive fuel bills hitting hauliers
The ever spiraling cost of diesel culminated with a slow down in the construction industry has resulted in many hauliers cutting back on their workload.
AA urges Government to act
AA Public Affairs manager Conor Faughan believes that the Government must act over the escalating cost of diesel that is crippling many hauliers.
Forecourts feel the pinch
The Irish Petroleum Industry Association (IPIA) has stressed that a number of petrol stations may be forced to close due to retail outlets selling fuel.
No end in sight
The escalating price of oil reached a new record high at the end of trading on Wednesday as the price per barrel reached an unprecedented $132.70.
Oil shortage could hit within five years
Analysts have confirmed that there is a strong belief that there could well be a global oil shortage in the next five years, which has propelled oil futures prices to well over $130 per barrel.
RHA warn of fuel costs
The Road Haulage Association has admitted its concern over how hauliers may be forced out of business due to rising fuel costs that look set to continue in the ascendancy.
Saudi output increases
An increase in crude oil by Saudi Arabia amid soaring global demand has resulted in oil futures fluctuating amid tight crude supplies.
Fuel Cost cause rural problems
A conference on rural development has revealed that the rising cost of fuel is affecting social and sporting events in rural Ireland as travelling by private transport has become very expensive.
Oil chief predicts price increase
There is no end in sight to the current oil prices increase as it continues to rise steadily according to former Federal Reserve chairman Alan Greenspan.
Bord Gais to up prices
Householders could face an average increase of €13.50 a month for gas as Bord Gais look to get the go-ahead to increase its prices by 19 per cent.
Shell protestor case dismissed
The case against a Shell to Sea protestor who is alleged to have pushed a garda into a drain has been dismissed by a judge at a District Court hearing on Wednesday.
Tullow finds more oil
Tullow Oil’s search for more fuel in Uganda has come up trumps for the second time in a week after a further discovery was made in the African country.
Tullow Oil’s stature rises
Shares in Tullow Oil have risen by 24% as the company continues its rise through the oil industry against some of the world’s biggest fuel producers.
Asian oil reaches $124 per barrel
The record breaking oil prices just keep on spiraling as Asian trade recorded a peak of almost $124 per barrel, even though US stocks have rose.
Analysts claim oil price rice to continue
Crude oil could rise to between $150 and $200 a barrel within the next couple of year according to analysts who believes that an increase in demand from developing nations will contribute to the rise.
New high for oil
Resurgent oil prices have seen the cost of the fuel top the $120 per barrel mark for the first time as US stocks fell even further on Monday afternoon.
Esso involved in rebranding
Sweeney Oil, one of the West of Ireland’s largest fuel distributors has unveiled plans to rebrand its €135 million business under the Esso umbrella.
OPEC warning over oil price rise
OPEC has announced that an unstable market could yet see the price of crude oil reach a staggering $200 per barrel as widespread disruption continues.
Oil refinery strike ends
The Grangemouth oil refinery management and its 1,200 workers are to sit down and hold talks after the 48-hour strike at the plant came to an end.
Oil companies to report massive profit
Record crude oil prices during the first quarter of the year are set to see oil producers’ record first-quarter profits, even though oil production growth is at a standstill.
Scottish pipeline closed
BP has announced that a pipeline in Scotland that carries nearly half of Britain’s oil has been closed due to a strike over pensions at a neighbouring refinery.
Biodiesel closure costs NTR €35m
The closure of a Biodiesel plant in Germany, which has filed for insolvency as a result of regulatory and tax changes in the market, has cost NTR millions.
Supply worries ease as Oil steadies
US Government data has shown that supply worries of crude oil has eased after the price of a barrel had nearly reached $120 ahead of the summer driving season.
Falling dollar, rising oil
The dollar has dropped to an all time low against the euro and this has caused crude oil prices to yet again reach record highs at $119.90 per barrel.
Company banned from selling oil
A company that made £1.2 million from smuggling fuel across the border has been banned from selling oil and three men and a woman have received suspended sentences.
New route dismissed by campaigners
The Shell to Sea Group has spoke out against plans for a new pipeline route that has been touted in order to bring the controversial development to a refinery in Co. Mayo.
New record for oil prices
Once again for the eighth time this year, oil prices have reached a new record high as crude hit $117.40 a barrel as traders worried over potential supply disruptions.
Government Green Fuel Flop: No Flexifuel available between Dublin and Cork - Mitchell
Fine Gael front bench spokesperson, Olivia Mitchell TD, has demanded that the Government clarify its plans for biofuel availability as more and more cars are being advertised on the basis they are ’renewable’ fuel users.
Shell “caught on the hop” by Corrib opposition
The head of Shell Ireland admits that the company was guilty of communication problems in the initial phase of its plans to construct the Corrib gas pipeline in County Mayo.
GreenChem and Chevron reach AdBlue supply agreement
Oil major Chevron Global Lubricants (CGL) and Greenchem, leading supplier of AdBlue, have reached a European-wide agreement which will enhance supplies of the urea-based solution to truck and bus operators across the continent, including the UK.
Diesel prices reach record highs
Diesel costs have reached a record high following further increases in the price of a barrel of oil, according to the AA in Britain.
Oil prices rise yet again
The price of oil surged almost $4 on Wednesday to a new record high of over $112 a barrel following a US Government report released stated that there was a sharp drop in US inventories ahead of the summer driving season.
Germans fuel ambitions backfire
The German Government has been forced to backtrack on plans to introduce a new biofuel into the market next year after it was revealed that not many cars would be able to run on ethanol-petrol mix.
Texoil and ADM Londis deal to create 300 jobs
Texoil retail outlets will be provided with a forecourt presence by ADM Londis after the two companies done a deal that will generate an estimated 300 new jobs.
Fuel plant gets go ahead
An Bord Pleanala has given the go-ahead for a huge fuel storage facility to be built in Co Kerry, despite major concerns from local residents.
Rising dielsel prices cause concern
The government’s plans for a greener environment may suffer a setback as the rise of diesel prices have been met with anger by motorists and hauliers alike.
Shell receives State approval for drill
As part of the work being carried out on the Corrib gas project, Shell E&P has received State approval to drill in a special area of conversation in North Mayo.
Search begins for fuel alternative
Concerns over soaring oil prices aligned with worries over security of supply have seen a rise in the search for alternative energy sources that could benefit all hauliers in the future.
OPEC to keep producing
Even though oil prices have fallen from record highs recently, OPEC has no plans to cut crude output according to the group’s president Chakib Khelil.
Oil prices fall considerably
The news that everyone concerned has been waiting for has finally happened as oil prices pulled back sharply during Wednesday’s market.
Topaz to re-brand
Irish oil distributor Topaz is to re-brand its network of 350 Shell and Statoil filling stations at a cost of €50 million.
Biofuel profile heightens
The interest in biofuel vehicles has increased dramatically in Ireland mainly due to the rising cost of diesel and petrol over the last few months.
Contractors concern over diesel hike
Professional Agricultural Contractors chairman Tom Murphy has expressed his concerns over the rising cost of diesel, which ash now surpassed petrol in some places.
No end in sight
The rising price of oil continues to astound many as the dollar fell to its lowest point yet this year as traders invest in commodities around the globe.
Traders help Oil to reach $110 per barrel
For the fifth day in succession, crude oil has reached a record high as it climbed to a staggering $110 per barrel after the weak dollar prompted investors to invest in fuel.
Country braces itself for fuel hike
Oil prices have reached a record high of $108 per barrel and this is likely to cause an increase in petrol and diesel on a global scale.
Price of oil rescinds
Having reached a record high of $106 per barrel, oil prices began to drop during Thursday’s (6th March) market as traders made profit from the massive price hike.
Dragon oil soars
Dublin based Dragon Oil has released a report revealing that profits for 2007 rose by 63% due to higher production and record prices of fuel.
Oil reaches $105 per barrel
There has been a surprise drop in oil supplies on Thursday morning 6th March as prices reached another record high of $105 per barrel.
Oil reaches record high
Investors have moved to find a safe place for their cash as the dollar weakened even further as fears that the country is about to hit a recession.
Leading companies FPS debut
FPS EXPO 2008, Europe’s largest annual event for the fuel distribution industry, will this year feature a number of brand new exhibitors when it takes place from 23-24 April 2008 at the RDS Dublin.
HyWays project backs hydrogen in road transport
An EU-funded research project has found that introducing hydrogen into the energy system could reduce the total oil consumption of the road transport sector by 40% between now and 2050.
FTA calls on Chancellor to scrap fuel duty increase
The Freight Transport Association in Britain has called on the Chancellor of the Exchequer to scraps plans for a 2p per litre increase in fuel duty from 1 April.
Topaz Energy announces €50 million investment programme
Topaz Energy Ltd has announced a €50 million investment programme to support the launch of the new Topaz brand in the Irish fuels and retail business.
FTA survey to focus on fuel differential
Foreign lorry drivers are paying hundreds of pounds less to fill up their tanks than their British counterparts, it has been claimed.
Haulier says duty increase could cost him £56,000
A UK based transport manager has said that the proposed duty increase of 2p per litre on diesel will cost him at least £56,000 per annum.
Deal in the offing on transport fuels
The European Parliament and Member States are moving ever closer to agreeing a deal on changes to EU-wide specifications for petrol, diesel and gas-oil aimed at protecting human health and the environment.
Customs officials swoop on laundered diesel truck
Customs officials have scored another victory in their ongoing campaign against fuel launderers, this time in east Galway.
Hauliers meet with British Chancellor over fuel duty
Representatives from the Road Haulage Association and Freight Transport Association met with the Chancellor of the Exchequer Alistair Darling on Monday (February 11) to stress the importance of abandoning plans to increase fuel duty by a further 2p per litre from 1 April.
High level meeting to discuss UK fuel duty
Representatives of the Freight Transport Association (FTA) and the Road Haulage Association (RHA) are meeting with the Chancellor of the Exchequer Alistair Darling on Monday 11 February to call in a bid to have further increases in fuel duty shelved.
Lobby groups warns on bio-fuels targets
The EU strategy for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from transport fuels is in disarray following the European Commission’s proposal to massively increase bio-fuel use, according to environmental group Transport and Environment (T&E).
Climate change committee to quiz Dempsey on rising transport emissions
The Oireachtas Joint Committee on climate change and energy security will have questioned Transport Minister Noel Dempsey on the Government failure to address Ireland’s high level of transport emissions, which are increasing alarmingly.
Tests show benefits of eco-friendly driving
The real benefits of ‘green’ driving came into sharp focus recently when competitors in the 2007 ALD Automotive MPG Marathon proved beyond doubt that skilful eco-driving can dramatically reduce the cost of motoring and cut the amount of CO2 emissions produced by millions of motorists.
London’s Low Emission Zone starts next week
London’s Low Emission Zone comes into force next Monday, February 4 amid fears that as many as 10,000 vehicles working in and around London may not yet be compliant.
FTA calls for breakdown on fuel bills
The Freight Transport Association in the UK says that customers buying diesel should be told just how much tax they are paying in the process.
AA warns on increase tailpipe emissions
Cutting the speed limit from 30 mph to 20 mph on the wrong roads can increase tailpipe CO2 emissions by more than 10 per cent, the Automobile Association (AA) in the UK has claimed.
165% increase in transport sector emissions will cost us dearly - Coveney
Taoiseach and Minister Ryan should set out clear targets on climate change.
Customs officers seize washed diesel
Customs officers have seized 6,000 litres of washed diesel at a "sophisticated" laundering operation in east Donegal.
Local authority trials bio-diesel in part of HGV fleet
A local authority in Northern Ireland is trialling bio-diesel in its fleet for a six-month period in a bid to reduce its carbon footprint.
Northern Ireland hauliers face £5 gallon for diesel
Northern Ireland hauliers will soon have to pay £5.00 a gallon, a fact which could drive many of them out of business, the Petrol Retailers Association has claimed.
IRU highlights Energy and CO2 emission solutions
The International Road Transport Union (IRU) is calling for countries to focus on energy policies, rather that rather than narrow transport policies, in a bid to reduced their carbon footprint.
RHA launches fuel duty campaign
The Road Haulage Association in Britain is launching its “Stop the 2ppl” fuel duty campaign, and is urging the Chancellor to think again about a further tax rise on road fuel scheduled for 1 April.
Volvo targets 20 per cent in CO2 emissions
Volvo Trucks is challenging its transporters to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 20 per cent within the next two years.
UK business protest at planned fuel duty increases
Business and transport bodies in the UK are ready to take to the streets in protest at a planned 2p-a-litre increase in fuel duty.
Diesel prices fall in AA monthly survey
The price of diesel fell slightly in the last month, according to AA Ireland.
In its latest survey AA Ireland found the average price of a litre of diesel fell 0.2 cent to an average of 119.6 cent per litre.
Ireland must rethink bio-fuels plan
Ireland will have to rethink its position on bio-fuels following an embarrassing U turn by the EU this week, when it said it would have to review to review its plan to have 10% of its transport fuel from bio-fuels by 2020 after warnings of huge social and environmental side effects.
Ireland reduces greenhouse gas emissions but transport sector still a worry
Ireland’s greenhouse gas emissions fell slightly in 2006, but emissions from the transport sector, including road freight bucked the downward trend.
Oil derived fuel will remain dominant in motor sector - report
Despite concerns over the escalating price of oil, diesel and petrol are forecast to remain the predominant fuel for the motor vehicle sector out to 2020, according to new research.
EU admits bio-fuels plan is flawed
The European Union has admitted that its bio-fuels policy is fundamentally flawed.
EC sets new Euro 6 emission limits
Euro 6 emission limits for trucks and buses, which are due to come into force in 2013 have now been decided by the European Commission.
Chocolate fuelled BioTruck makes it to Timbuktu
Adventures Andy Pag (34) and John Grimshaw (39) have just returned from the 8500km drive from the UK to Timbuktu using bio-diesel made from waste chocolate.
Bio-fuels debate goes live online
"The subject of bio-fuels needs an open discussion about their environmental and economic impacts. Billions of Euros for subsidies, rising food prices, use of land, fertilisers and water are all critical issues,” said Jack Short, Secretary General of the International Transport Forum on Monday, January 7, at the launch of the first web-debate on bio-fuels.
FTA calls for excise duty reduction as crude oil hits $100 barrel
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) in Britain says that the arrival of the $100 barrel of oil signals yet another reason why the Government must abandon its plan to increase fuel duty by 2p per litre from 1 April.
Bosch focuses on alternative fuels
Bosch has started series production of a number of engine management systems and injection components for alternative fuels.
Smith Electric eyes Irish opportunities
The world’s leading commercial electric vehicle manufacturer has secured an order for 100 zero emission vans and trucks in the Republic of Ireland.
ESRI adds fuel to carbon emissions debate
The Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) has added fuel to the carbon emissions debate, by claiming that Ireland has little chance of making its CO2 emission targets by 2020.
Fuel for thought
The Highways Agency is this week putting up mobile electronic message signs across the North East pf England as part of a campaign to warn drivers of the dangers of running out of fuel.
UK fuel protestors vow to fight on
The organisers of last week’s fuel protests in the UK have vowed to continue campaigning in 2008, even though support for the latest protests was disappointing.
IRU warns on fuel duty increases
The International Road Transport Unions has warned that a European Commission proposal to raise the EU minimum level of fuel duty on diesel from the current rate of € 302 per 1000 litres to € 380 by 2014, would, if adopted, pose even greater penalty on the EU economy than it would to the road transport industry.
UK truckers protest at spiralling fuel prices
A spate of fuel protests took place across Britain at the weekend over the high price of fuel.
Hauliers in the dock over CO2 emissions
The transport sector, which includes the haulage industry had been blamed for a growth in CO2 emissions and energy consumption, according to Sustainable Energy Ireland.
AA wants fuel levy instead of tolls
The Automobile Association (AA) wants two cent, per litre levy added to the cost of petrol and diesel to pay for the buy out of the West Link Toll bridge on the M50 motorway.
UK fuel protests planned for this weekend
Fuel protest across the UK, targeting oil refineries and depots are planned for this weekend.
Irish hauliers get London Low Emission Zone advice
With less than eight weeks to go until the London Low Emission Zone kicks off, Irish hauliers are being urged to ensure their fleets will be ready.
Chevron calls for extension of excise relief on bio-fuels
Chevron, owner of Texaco, is calling on the Government to continue an excise relief scheme for the sale of bio-fuels.
Gormley wants carbon levy on diesel
Green Party leader and Minister for the Environment John Gormley is poised for a head long battle with the road transport industry, following his assertion, that he will be pushing for a carbon levy on fuel in next year’s budget.
Dairy opts for natural gas combination
At a time when the cost of diesel continues to soar, a UK company has turned to natural gas to power its fleet.
UK hauliers threaten fuel protests
Angry British hauliers have threatened a new wave of fuel protests against crippling prices at the pump.
Commercial vehicle manufacturers ain to reduce air pollution
The European commercial vehicle industry aims to reduce NOx (nitrogen oxide) emissions by a further 80% and particulate matter by 50% compared to the current air pollution control standards for trucks in the EU.
Crude price paves way for fuel economy revolution
With crude oil prices pushing towards the $100 per barrel barrier, the era of cheap energy has clearly come to an end.
Only the crumbliest flakiest waste chocolate
A truck fuelled by bio-fuel made from chocolate waste is poised to set of on a 4,500 mile expedition to Timbuktu this weekend.
Minister all but rules out cut in excise duty on diesel
Finance Minister Brian Cowen has dashed hauliers’ hopes of a cut in excise duty on diesel in the forthcoming budget.
FTA issues LEZ warning
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) is warning hauliers that there is only 50 working days remaining before the implementation of the London Low Emission Zone (LEZ).
Truck transportation to become climate neutral
Volvo Trucks is taking part in a project for CO2-neutral transport. Increased transport on the roads has so far always led to added emissions of carbon dioxide and greater climate impact.
RHA turns to Europe for help a diesel prices continue to spiral
The Road Haulage Association (RHA) in Britain has declared that the mood amongst hauliers is now angrier and more embittered than it was seven years ago, when widespread fuel protests rocked Tony Blair’s administration.
Costs of haulage spiral in UK
The cost of running a 44-tonne truck in the UK in the year to September 2007 has risen by eight per cent, according to the Road Haulage Association (RHA).
Scottish and NI hauliers have their say on spiralling fuel prices
Scottish and Northern Ireland members of the Road Haulage Association met in Edinburgh earlier this week to discuss the options for action in the light of the rising cost of fuel.
IRHA predicts diesel prices could hit five year high
The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) has predicted that diesel prices with hit a five-year high in the comings weeks and has warned that spiralling fuel prices could have “a catastrophic effect on the Irish economy.”
RHA re-enforces its position on fuel duty
The Road Haulage Association (RHA) has questioned the idea of taking trucks onto the roads of Britain to protest against high fuel prices as pointless, potentially counter-productive and potentially illegal.
One million miles on bio-diesel
One of the largest privately owned transport and distribution companies in the UK, has successfully completed a six-month test programme running Scania trucks on 100% bio-diesel.
IRHA calls for fuel duty rebate
The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) is calling on the Government to introduce an Essential User Rebate system for the haulage industry as fuel prices continue on an upward trajectory.
FTA calls for fuel duty rebates in the UK
The Freight Transport Association in the UK, with members operating some 220,000 goods vehicles – around half the national fleet - says that the Government must recognise the problems generated by the rocketing price of diesel and act to reduce the tax burden which is penalising UK industry.
UK government eyes Cleaner greener van fleets
Cleaner, greener van fleets could be a reality on the UK’s roads, thanks to a new Department for Transport fund outlined by Transport Minister Jim Fitzpatrick.
Hauliers get fuel price hike warning
Hauliers have been warned to expect a hike in the cost of road diesel in the coming days on the back of spiralling crude oil prices.
BioTruck Team prepares for first ever carbon negative expedition
November 26th 2007 is the departure date of the world’s first carbon negative vehicle expedition from the UK to Timbuktu, in Mali, West Africa.
Renewable fuels agency starts up
A new Agency to manage Britain’s commitment to bio-fuels has been established by Transport Secretary Ruth Kelly.
RHA urges British government to rethink fuel duty plans
The Road Haulage Association (RHA) is urging the government to seriously reconsider any further increases in fuel duty as prices continue to rise.
Protect your engine from the winter blues
With winter fast approaching the bleak, cold days may be upon us all too soon, but companies running fleets of both on and off-road equipment can save themselves both time and money by planning their winter maintenance schedules now.
RHA calls on British government to abandon fuel duty increase plans
The Road Haulage Association (RHA) in Britain gas called on the government to abandon plans to increase fuel duty next April.
FTA calls for fuel rebate system
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) in Britain has called on the Government to take action to reduce the burden on industry’s transport costs by introducing an essential vehicle fuel rebate scheme as soon as possible.
Hauliers warned to expect diesel price spike
Hauliers are being warned to expect a spike in diesel prices in the coming weeks, on the back of supply concerns in the Middle East and the approaching winter in the Northern hemisphere.
Volvo is ready for the fuels of the future
Volvo has long been preparing itself for a future of reduced oil dependency and increased demand on the use of renewable fuels.
FTA makes last ditch fuel duty appeal
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) in Britain has made a last ditch appeal to the Government to scrap the planned increase in fuel duty.
IRU re-affirms emissions pledge
The International Road Transport Union has re-affirmed the industry’s commitment to transport emissions.
LEZ sparks truck shortage
With just four months to go until London’s Low Emission Zone starts, some lorry operators in the UK are struggling to obtain new vehicles in competition with Eastern European buyers.
Dutch company to unveil hydrogen truck
A Dutch company is poised to exhibit a working distribution truck powered completely by hydrogen at the European Road Transport Show, in Amsterdam next month.
Bio-fuels targets should be reduced – T&E
The European Union’s target for the increasing use of bio-fuels in transport has received a serious setback, according to environmental lobby group Transport & Environment (T&E).
UK fuel duty increase will impact on everyone - FTA
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) in Britain says that next Monday’s (1 October) increase in fuel duty by 2p per litre will inevitably impact on the whole
population.
Cleaner and smarter vehicles
The European Commission has outlined new plans to accelerate the drive for safer, cleaner and smarter vehicles.
Hauliers get fuel price hike warning
Hauliers have been warned that diesel prices are set to soar in the coming months, despite the fact that the euro hit an all-time high against the dollar, the currency in which crude oil is bought, earlier this week.
Dutch develop bio-diesel from algae
Hauliers could soon be filling up their trucks in bio-diesel made from algae, according to Dutch firm, AlgaeLink.
Mobility in a de-carbonised world
Automotive industry leaders from around the world came together at a special FISITA event at the Frankfurt Motor Show last week, to hear one of the leading experts on global environmental policy present his vision for “Mobility in a Decarbonsied World”.
Vauxhall commercials scoop prestigious award
For the second year in a row, Vauxhall Commercial Vehicles – badged Opel in Ireland, has carried home the title of ‘LCV Manufacturer of the Year’ in the annual Green Fleet Awards.
Fuel protests back on UK agenda
Fuel protests in the UK could be on the cards in the coming weeks, if the government proceeds with plans to increase excise duty on diesel.
Call for eco-motoring lessons
Roadside assistance experts, Mondial Assistance Ireland, has asked for state-sponsored lessons in eco-motoring to be considered for Ireland, believing motorists can do more for the environment by altering the way they drive, as well as what they drive on Irish roads.
UK logistics industry makes progress on reducing emissions
The logistics sector in Britain has made significant progress towards containing and reducing carbon dioxide emissions, according to a new report.
Ireland is sixth dearest for road diesel
Ireland ranks amongst the most expensive countries in the Euro zone for road diesel, figures from the International Road Transport Union (IRU) show.
RHA wants fuel duty decoupled
The Road Haulage Association (RHA) in Britain has called on the Government to exempt fuel duty for hauliers from the tax rises due in October and next April.
UK & NI hauliers get tax incentive to go green
In a move than will turn hauliers green with envy, the Department for Transport in the UK has announced the details of a scheme to extend tax incentives to encourage hauliers and bus operators to buy vehicles that meet the latest European standard for air pollutant emissions, known as ’Euro V’, before it becomes mandatory.
New Shell LubeMatch website gives customers instant access
Shell Lubricants has launched a new online tool – Shell LubeMatch – to help customers match their vehicles and engines to the correct lubricants, whether in the commercial vehicle, bus and coach, industrial or off-road sectors.
Castrol oil survey shows driver apathy
More than half of Irish truck drivers think it is the responsibility of the owner or the fleet manager to check a truck’s oil level, according to Castrol.
IRHA calls for bio-fuels rethink
The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) is calling on the Government to rethink its bio-fuels policy.
€50 million bio-diesel planned for Cork
A new €50 million bio-diesel plant capable of producing 250,000 tonnes of fuel each year has been earmarked for a site at Ringaskiddy in Cork harbour.
Reducing your carbon footprint
Now and in the future a key ingredient in the role of the transport manager in the will be the need to reduce the environmental impact of his fleet.
Bio-diesel plants gets red light from County Council
A County Council has refused an application for a controversial and bio-diesel production facility near the world-renowned Ballydoyle and Coolmore equine establishments.
Intermap and Auburn University to cut truck fuel consumption
Denver-based Intermap Technologies is grant aiding Auburn University to find ways to reduce truck fuel consumption, using the firm’s geographic information system and 3D road geometry data.
Hauliers get washed diesel warning
Hauliers have been warned of the perils of fuelling their trucks with so-called “washed diesel” following revelations that upwards on 1,000 litres of toxic sludge – a by-product of the washing process – has been uncovered in Co. Louth.
Oil back on track
The slight curtail of oil prices did not last long as a stream of funds invested saw the market return to its aggressive nature, which has been the case for the majority of the year.
Vehicle emissions top pollution list
The fact that Ireland is not meeting Kyoto agreement obligations is mainly due to carbon dioxide emissions from vehicles, a report has revealed.
Oil, gas profits set for tax increase
An announcement has been made by the Government revealing that tax on revenues from offshore oil and gas exploration will be increased by up to 15 per cent.
Diesel fumes cause heart disease
A warning for all hauliers, diesel fumes can lead to heart disease according to scientists who conducted a survey into the affect the fuel has on humans.
Oil prices calm down
The recent unsteady oil prices seem to have settled somewhat following the release of yesterday’s Asian trading much to the relief of all concerned.
Shell sponsorship questioned
A Feile festival in Co Mayo is set to be sponsored by Shell E&P Ireland, which has raised concerns by many of the artists participating.
Shell keeps ahead in profits
A report released by oil giant Royal Dutch Shell has revealed a 20% rise in profits for the second quarter of the year as improved refining margins helped outweigh lower production.
BP profits hit by refinery problems
Oil magnate BP has suffered a dip in profits as lower output and refinery stoppages affected its finances following the release of second-quarter profits.
Over 100 vehicles nabbed in fuel operation
In an anti fraud operation the gardai, aided by revenue authorities and social welfare officials, over 100 vehicles were ‘dipped for illegal fuel in two checkpoints along the border.
Legal action brought against Rossport
Mayo County Council has begun legal proceedings against the Rossport solidarity camp that was established over two years ago in protest of the Corrib Gas project that has hit the headlines on a regular basis in recent times.
Oil prices increase
The price of fuel looks set to rise once again following the news that oil has reached $77.87 a barrel, which is edging towards a record high as supply fears grow.
Filling stations disappearing
There are now half the number of filling stations around the country as there were ten years ago, a new report has indicated.
AA warning on fuel prices
The Automobile Association has expressed its concern at rising oil prices and says motorists are bound to suffer even more at the pumps in the months ahead.
Oil hike to be reflected at the pumps?
Fears are rising among motorists that anticipated hikes in the price of oil could mean severe price rises in the cost of fuel to motorists by this coming Autumn.
Further protest held over Corrib gas terminal
Members of the Shell to Sea campaign group are staging a protest this morning over the development of the €200 million gas terminal in Corrib, Co Mayo.
US trade widens on oil imports
The Commerce Department have released details of the US trade deficit with the rest of the world rose during the month of May almost $1.5 billion.
Corrib protestors vow to continue fight
Despite three of the Shell-to-Sea protestors being handed three month jail sentences, other members have vowed to continue the fight against the Corrib Gas line.
Tullow show massive production rates
Tullow Oil has revealed that it has produced 69,700 barrels of oil for each day in the first half of this year, which is up 11% on the same period last year.
IEA send out warning
The International Energy Agency has warned that oil will be more on demand in the coming years, but there will be a major shortage of the fuel from 2012.
Port Tunnel to ban tankers
Dublin’s city centre could once again see large trucks travel through the streets after it was revealed that Petrol tankers are to be banned from using the Port Tunnel from September 5th.
Dublin Port company and Topaz Energy sign deal to open Ireland’s largest service station
EU7 million investment will bring a European motorway style service station to Dublin with facilities including fuel, washing, restaurant and rest rooms.
US figures show oil at $73
Oil prices continue to fluctuate as Asian Trade revealed this morning as US rates increase due to the busy holiday period during the month of July.
IEA call for petrol tax
The International Energy Agency (IEA) has stated that Irish motorists should be taxed on the basis of the fuel they use and not the vehicles they own.
US oil surpasses $70
For the first time in ten months, New York oil prices went above $70 per barrel as supplies in the US become tight during the peak holiday season.
Shell blamed for man’s illness
The ongoing Corrib gas project that has caused endless amount of protests and violent conflicts between Gardai and protestors has been cited as the reason for a man being admitted to hospital with a suspected stroke.
Are Greens proposing 33 cent hike on each litre of petrol?
The Government Taxation policy, outlined this morning (Monday) on RTE Radio by Trevor Sargent, will hike the price of petrol by a staggering 33 cent a litre Fine Gael Finance Spokesman Richard Bruton TD has said. This is the equivalent of E1.50 per gallon
Illegal fuel plant discovered in County Down
Two men are in custody after an illegal fuel laundering racket was broken up by police at Banbridge in County Down.
Whisper it - Oil prices fall
There was a sharp fall in the price of Brent crude yesterday (Wednesday), but will this generate any immediate relief for beleaguered Irish motorists?
Oil prices dip off
After a significant rise in the price of oil on Monday, Tuesday’s markets have seen a fall back, but there is more bad news on the way according to analysts.
Dempsey handed transport role
Following the announcement of the new government on Thursday, Taoiseach Bertie Ahern has appointed experienced TD Noel Dempsey the position of Minister for Transport and Marine.
Oil rises $1 per barrel
In the space of 24 hours Asian oil prices have risen more than $1 a barrel on Thursday as concerns in the market over US petrol prices increased.
Shell offer apology
The latest incident involving the Corrib Gas line has resulted in Shell Ireland apologising to a local landowner for the distress caused to him following Monday’s riots.
Diesel prices slow to climb
For the fourth consecutive month petrol prices have risen and have now jumped 15% since last February, but much to the delight of all hauliers, diesel prices have not gone up.
Oil prices fall
The market is awaiting US inventory data on petrol later today as the price of crude oil in Asia has dropped 28 cents a barrel since yesterday afternoon.
It’s all Gas in the west
Galway and Mayo towns are set to benefit from new gas pipelines being laid through the counties as initially eleven towns will be supplied from the €40 million project that is being overseen by Bord Gais, which could have a detrimental effect on home heating sales in the west.
Shell outline alternative Corrib routes
In an attempt to break the deadlock between Shell Ireland and protestors of the Corrib line, eight alternative routes will be put forward for consideration today.
Corrib protestors target Shell facility
Corrib Gas project protestors held a demonstration at a peat deposit site in Co. Mayo onTuesday morning 5th June that is ran by British company Shell.
Fuel costs escalate
Figures released by the Organisation for Economic Co-Operation and Development (OECD) have shown that fuels costs have risen on average by 3.5% since last year.
No fuel decreases in UK
The UK’s Shadow Transport Minister Owen Paterson says the best way to redress the unfair burden placed on British hauliers as a result of high fuel taxes is to tax foreign hauliers for using the country’s roads.
US firm offers new emissions control technologies
A US technology firm has developed a range of retrofit emissions control technologies, called Purifier, which considerably reduces poisonous emissions, when fitted to truck engines.
Renault gears up for Bio-fuels
Renault has confirmed that its entire range of light commercial vehicles will be capable of running on a 30% blend of bio-diesel (B30), although the company isn’t so confident that European customers will have a plentiful supply of the fuel.
Diesel prices on the rise again
The price of diesel and petrol has risen sharply again in the last month according to the latest fuel price survey by the Automobile Association (AA).
Emo Oil Meets The Needs Of Drivers
Emo Oil, Ireland’s fastest growing oil company, opened its latest Super Fuel 24 Fuel card facility in Greenogue Business Park in Rathcoole in April.
UN report pour colds water on bio-fuels for transport
A UN report has warned that a hasty switch to bio-fuels could have major impacts on livelihoods and the environment.
European Commission Launches Biofuels Public Consultation
The European Commission has launched a public consultation on "biofuel issues in the new legislation on the promotion of renewable energy", addressing issues such as how to achieve a 10% biofuel share and how to ensure environmental sustainability.
Election update
Sinn Fein is promising to abolish all motorway and road tolls as part of its transport policy while the Progressive Democrats decided to launch their plans for being environmentally friendly by turning up in a Biofuel tractor unit.
Clean Air Power attends “Naturally Gas” Conference
Clean Air Power, the global provider of the unique Dual-Fuel™ technology that enables heavy trucks to run on a combination of Natural Gas and diesel, is attending the Cenex ‘Naturally Gas’ conference this week.
Dealers need to become fuel choice experts, says Network
Dealers need to become experts on guiding customers towards the right fuel for their needs when they buy a new vehicle as the choice of greener options continues to grow," says motor industry support services specialist Network Automotive.
F.P.S 2007 Exhibition @ Telford
Established over 15 years ago Fuel Installation Services Ltd combine the skills and expertise required to service, design and install all equipment used to store and dispense the complete range of oil fuels and lubricants, to primarily the commercial and industrial sectors. Domestic and agricultural works are undertaken on a smaller scale.
Diesel prices set to soar on the back of supply fears
Haulage companies can expect the price of diesel to continue to soar in the coming weeks, according to motoring organisation, the AA.
LCV urged to reduce carbon footprint
LCV operators can reduce their carbon footprint and make a positive contribution towards the environment, by fitting speed limiters to their vehicles, that’s the opinion of Ford.
Impregnable fuel device to make CV Show debut
Award winning HGV Security specialists, TISS Ltd, has confirmed that it will exhibit its latest anti siphon device, dubbed the “Impregnable” at next week’s CV show at the NEC in Birmingham.
Bio-fuels company will target transport sector
The Company behind the construction of the country’s first commercial scale bio-fuels plant, says it will target fleet operators, when the plant is commissioned.
Filling station shortage predicted
The number of filling stations around the country has been halved over the last decade, new figures released confirm.
Green Biofuels Ireland opens for business
Ireland’s first commercial-scale bio-diesel production facility is set to open for business later in the week.
Gardai uncover Monaghan fuel laundering plant
Gardai and Revenue officials have uncovered an illegal fuel-laundering plant in Co Monaghan.
IRU slams EU fuel duty proposals
The International Road Transport Union (IRU) has roundly condemned the new European Commission proposal on professional fuel duty, claiming it falls short of original objectives and will not harmonise commercial fuel taxes.
Clean Moves to empower home made mobility
Under the patronage of Germany’s Environment Minister Sigmar Gabriel, “Clean Moves Expo” will present energy and fuel efficient technologies in a global market context under the umbrella of the world’s leading industry show, the Hannover Fair.
DAF introduces LF with 2009 emission values
Following the introduction of the new LF series with new 4.5 litre and 6.7 litre Euro 4 engines last year, DAF’s popular range of distribution trucks will also be available with Euro 5 emission levels from this summer.
Budget increase in fuel duty "unacceptable" says RHA
The Road Haulage Association in Britain has written to the Chancellor, Gordon Brown, condemning the budget proposal to resume increases in fuel duty.
New air deflector can cut fuel bills by 6 per cent
Hatcher Components is poised to unveil a new air deflector, which can cut fuel bills by six per cent when fitted to a Mercedes-Benz Axor truck.
Budget response
The Budget by the British Governement signalled that the Government’s environmental agenda affecting fleets is here to stay and will be further reinforced with fiscal measures, believes GE Fleet Services.
Fuel protests back on UK agenda
The Road Haulage Association (RHA) in Britain is threatening fuel blockades in the wake of the Government’s decision to impose a 2 pence per litre increase in fuel duty.
Volvo one step nearer commercially viable heavy vehicle hybrids
Volvo’s says its hybrid vehicles can reduce fuel consumption and therefore reduce emissions of greenhouse gases by up to one-third, when compared with conventional diesel-powered vehicles.
Hauliers urged to consider nitrogen option
Filling a truck’s tyres using the latest nitrogen generation technology can improve the safety of vehicles, while also reducing operating costs, a British company has claimed.
Fuel duty harmonisation proposal is good for the environment - Kovacs
The European Commission’s proposal to increase the minimum duty on diesel to stamp out “tank tourism” will also have a positive effect on the environment, according to Laszlo Kovacs, European Commissioner responsible for Taxation and Customs Union.
FTA disappointed with EU’s fuel duty plans
The Freight Transport Association in the UK has expressed disappointment at plans by the European Commission to address the competitive distortions created by wide variations in diesel duty across the European Union.
Lobby group welcomes EU proposals
European lobby group Transport & Environment has welcomed the EU’s proposal aimed at harmonising excise duty of diesel for professional users.
RHA issues fuel tax warning to British government
The Road Haulage Association In the has warned Chancellor Gordon Brown that any Budget increase in fuel tax will cost British jobs.
IRU slams EU proposals on fuel duty harmonisation
The International Road Transport Union (IRU) says the European Commission’s proposal to harmonise excise on road diesel for professional users will not reduce distortions of competition arising from variations in fuel taxes between Member States.
Councillors call for rural bio-fuels plants
Cork planners have been urged not to overlook rural locations, when making decisions on where to locate new industries, such as bio-fuels plants.
Volvo to exhibit hybrid engine at CV Show
Volvo Has confirmed that it will show a diesel-electric hybrid D7 engine on its stand at the Commercial Vehicle Show in Birmingham next month.
EU postpones controversial diesel excise duty decision
The European Commission has postponed making a controversial decision on raising the minimum fuel duty on road diesel.
Castrol Launches New Lubricants range
Oil and lubricants giant Castrol, has announced the introduction of a new range of products and services in the biggest re-launch of its brand in its 100-year history.
SIMI proposes fuel duty increase
In a move that is set to infuriate the haulage industry, the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) is proposing an increase in the cost of fuel as part of its submission to Government on how a new emissions-based vehicle tax system could operate.
5 Dublin open-top buses & one hire vehicle - Govt’s ‘green’ record on biofuels - Mitchell
Fine Gael Transport Spokeswoman Olivia Mitchell TD has ridiculed the FF/PD’s Government’s commitment to renewable energy after learning that just five Dublin buses are running on biofuels and that the State has leased only a single hybrid electric double-decker bus.
Department of Transport launches bio-fuels scheme
The Department of Transport has unveiled a pilot programme that we see upwards on 50 trucks running on pure plant oil, to assess, the commercial and environmental benefits of the fuel.
IRHA questions bio-fuels viability
The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) says the Government will have to “wean” itself off its over dependence on excise duty from fuels if its Bio-fuels Obligation is to be successful.
Minister welcomes bio-fuels mandate
Minister for Communications, Marine & Natural Resources Noel Dempsey has welcomed new bio-fuel proposals unveiled on Thursday, February 15, by the European Commission.
EU proposes cleaners fuel directive
The European Union is ready to impose new fuel standards on the petroleum industry, which it claims curb pollution and boost the development of safer transport fuels.
EU CO2 plans will impact on vans and light trucks
The European Union’s plans to reduce CO2 emissions will impact on the van and light truck markets.
European Commission proposes increase in excise duties on commercial diesel
The European Commission is poised to unveil its proposal to increase minimum excise duty rates for commercial diesel from 2012.
Government announces bio-fuels obligation
Road fuels such as diesel and petrol must include 5.75 per cent bio-fuels by 2009, Minister for Energy Noel Dempsey has announced.
Scania to halve carbon dioxide emissions by 2020
Swedish truck manufacturer Scania says it halved carbon dioxide emissions per tonne-kilometre from its vehicles between 1970 and 2000, and will make similar savings by 2020.
Fine Gael to back biofuels
Fine Gael is planning to bring a Members’ Bill before the Dail to amend the Finance Act 2006 by removing excise duty on biofuels produced from renewable crops and aims to help the State meet its Kyoto obligations.
Lobby group backs calls for cleaner fuels
A leading environmental lobby group has backed the European Commission in its called on the petroleum industry to produce cleaner fuel for road transport vehicles in a bid to cut emissions.
Europe calls for cleaner road fuels
Europe is set to clean up transport fuels by introducing new standards for carbon content in diesel and petrol.
Ireland under pressure to meet emission limits
A new report issued by the Department of Environment has claimed that Ireland will have problems meeting EU emission limits for nitrogen oxide if road traffic trends continue.
Volvo investing in the development of renewable fuels
Volvo is investing in Chemrec AB, a company that has developed a technology for the production of synthesis gases, an important component in the production of alternative fuels of various types.
Clean Air Power opens European R&D centre
A British company at the forefront of reducing carbon emissions for truck operators around the world has chosen the UK to open its new European Research and Development centre.
Fuel prices mirror crude oil prices – study shows
The price of diesel and petrol at the pumps has mirrored the rise and fall of crude oil prices, an analysis by the Sunday Independent has established.
Hauliers must wait another two years for motorway service stations
Hauliers and other road users will have to wait at least another two years before they can avail of motorway service stations and rest areas along the national roads network.
DAF unveils new soot filter
DAF Trucks is introducing a soot filter suitable for use on CF and XF models fitted with Euro 3 engines. The filter enables a 50% reduction in soot particle emissions.
Australian haulage company opts for natural gas alternative
The UK-based, truck fuel systems developer Clean Air Power has secured an a£1.5m contract to supply 70 of its patented Dual-Fuel liquid natural gas / diesel systems to a leading Australian haulage company.
Renault goes green
Renault has just launched its first biodiesel-compatible vehicles with the unveiling of the Trafic 2.0 dCi B30 and Master 2.5 dCi B30 in France.
Commission approves aid for anti-pollution filters on heavy duty vehicles
The European Commission has approved aid to alleviate the cost of retrofitting Danish lorries and passenger buses with particulate filters.
A missed opportunity
The employers’ group IBEC group has expressed its disappointment at the range of measures in the recent budget to help industry deal with rapidly rising energy costs.
Tesco Goes Green
Tesco Ireland is poised to use biofuels to run its fleet of heavy goods vehicles in 2007.
Scania’s new Euro 5 technology
Scania, has announced that it will launch a series of Euro-5 engines based on EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) technology, which requires no post treatment or, therefore, additives in 2007.
European Parliament votes to cut diesel vehicle emissions
The European Parliament has approved cuts in emissions of particles and nitrogen oxides from diesel cars and Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs), a step that will force car and truck makers to equip new models with particle filters from September 2009.
AdBlue availability gets boost
The availability of AdBlue across Europe will be greatly enhanced following an agreement between Yara International and International Diesel Service (IDS), for the distribution of the product across the Continent.
Brown plunders hauliers’ coffers
The UK’s Chancellor of the Exchequer, Gordon Brown has broken faith with the road haulage industry by increasing diesel duty by 1.25 pence a litre, according to the Freight Transport Association (FTA).
Browne poised to increase fuel duty in UK
Britain’s Chancellor of the Exchequer, Gordon Browne has announced his intention to increase fuel duty on diesel.
Fuel prices putting UK freight jobs at risk
Nearly nine out of 10 of the UK’s road freight industry leaders believe that current fuel prices are placing their business at risk, according to an international survey of 1,200 road freight industry leaders.
FTA warns Chancellor against fuel duty increases
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) in the UK has called on Chancellor of the Excherquer, Gordon Browne, to resist the temptation of increasing fuel duty when he delivers his Pre-Budget Report on 6 December.
Availability of AdBlue in Europe
Yara International and International Diesel Service (IDS), an operating division of Kuwait Petroleum (Q8), have signed an agreement for the distribution of AdBlue in Europe.
Berlingo gets Euro IV Compliant Diesel Engine
Citroen’s new Euro IV compliant Berlingo range, is offered with a choice of even more advanced, fuel efficient engines.
IBEC calls for cut in excise duty on diesel
The business and employers organisation IBEC, has called on Finance Minister Brian Cowen, to reduce export duty on road diesel and industrial oils in the forthcoming Budget.
NTR subsidiary unveils biodiesel plans
A company owned by toll road operator NTR is poised to invest €50m in a vegetable oil-based biodiesel refinery in the Port of Cork.
Roche proposes motor tax shake up
The Government is considering switching to an emissions based motor tax, which would penalise polluters, without raising overall taxation.
Petrol Retailers chief slams NIO on fuel duties
Ray Holloway of the Petrol Retailers Association has accused the Northern Ireland Office of turning a blind eye to the campaign to bring fuel duties more into line with those in the Republic.
Fuel prices to dip?
Hopes are high that the cost of transport fuel will decrease following a sharp drop in the price of oil.
NTR target 5pc slice of fuel market
A subsidiary of toll-road group National Toll Roads is to build a 50 million euros biodiesel plant on Cork harbour.
Diesel price drops
The latest AA survey has shown that the price of diesel has fallen once again.
Fleet Management Services to use renewable fuel
Dublin City Council’s Fleet Management Services plan to cut emissions by 70 percent after splashing out on a fleet of bio-fuel vehicles.
Fuel prices to fall further?
Hopes of a further reduction in the price of motor fuel at the pumps have risen following the reduction in the price of oil.
Oil prices rise before crucial meeting
Oil prices rose above $60 a barrel on Tuesday (October 17th) as traders awaited a meeting later in the week where production cuts were to be discussed.
Businessman claims Shell offered payment for pipeline support
An ex Air Corps pilot running an adventure centre in north Mayo has alleged that Shell E&P Ireland tried to buy his support for the Corrib gas project with an offer of E15,000 in 2005.
Oil prices rise as agreement on production cut nears
Oil rose to $59 a barrel on Monday, October 16th as OPEC’s decision to hold an emergency meeting in Qatar later this week raised expectations the cartel would finally agree how to implement a production cut.
Higgins demands end to pipeline work
Socialist Party TD Joe Higgins has said the building of the Corrib gas pipeline in north Mayo should be stopped now.
Oil prices rise after record drop
Crude oil prices climbed back from year lows in Asian trade on Friday, November 13th, with New York’s main contract, light sweet crude for November delivery, up 35 cents at $58.21 a barrel from $57.86 in late US trade on Thursday night.
Engineers call for report on gas terminal location
Two chartered engineers have asked Marine Minister Noel Dempsey to commission a report on the “optimum location” for the Corrib gas terminal to try to break the deadlock over the E900 million project.
Gardai make arrests at Corrib gas terminal
Gardaí have arrested three people for public order offences during protests at the entrance to the Corrib gas terminal site, at Bellanaboy near Belmullet on Thursday, October 12th.
Oil prices trade at lowest level in a year
Crude oil prices dropped to their lowest levels of the year in Asian trade on Thursday, October 12th as news emerged of a planned OPEC cut in output.
Competition Authority gives go-ahead to Topaz-Statoil merger
The Competition Authority has allowed the merger of Topaz and Statoil to go ahead after it emerged that there was a mix-up of dates.
Corrib drivers allowed through amid protest
The convoy of six construction trucks working at the Corrib gas pipeline have managed to move through to their work stations as another protest from the Shell to Sea group was peacefully averted.
AA satisfied at petrol price reduction
AA Ireland has welcomed the considerable price reduction in petrol which was available at 98.9c a litre in Killarney, Ardkeen and New Ross on Tuesday, October 10th.
Statoil accounts show huge shortfall
It has emerged that service station chain Statoil Ireland, which was sold by its Norwegian parent to the Dennis O’Brien-backed consortium Topaz for E285 million, lost nearly E4 million in 2005.
Protestors block Corrib Gas terminal
Demonstrators have blocked the roadway leading to the main entrance of the Corrib Gas terminal in north Mayo by sitting on the road on Monday, October 9th.
Unlawful fuel uncovered in Armagh
Around 8,000 litres of illegal fuel, two vehicles and a sum of money were seized by police in Co. Armagh over the weekend.
Oil prices rise after reports of production decline
Oil prices rose on Monday, October 9th in Asian trading after reports that the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) was going to cut its daily production of crude by 1 million barrels.
Oil prices go below $60
Oil prices fell below $60 a barrel in trading on Friday, October 6th amid doubts that OPEC would cut output to lift crude prices.
Oil prices remain above $59
World oil prices rose slightly on Thursday, October 5th, staying above $59 a barrel, as the market considered news of OPEC’s possible output cut.
Oil prices fall
Oil prices were close to $58 a barrel on Wednesday morning, October 4th, their lowest recorded price in a number of months.
Fuel retailer fined over unlawful diesel sales
A petrol retailer has been told to pay heavy fines for selling laundered diesel at his filling station in Co. Sligo.
Gardai begin further pipeline operation
Gardaí have recommenced the safeguarding of the work at the Corrib gas terminal at Bellanaboy in Co Mayo.
Workers enter Corrib gas terminal under garda escort
Around 70 construction workers have gone onto the Corrib gas terminal in north Mayo under a garda escort.
Gas price rise to stay for year
Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources Noel Dempsey has revealed that the 34 per cent increase in gas prices will remain for at least a year.
Limerick drivers benefit from cheap petrol
Motorists in Limerick availed of cheap petrol prices on Thursday as fuel charges fell below the one euro barrier in Supervalu at Watch House Cross.
Oil prices fall in New York
Oil prices were lower in Asian trade on Friday, September 29th after rising above $64 in New York as the markets responded to concerns over Iran’s nuclear programme and a possible supply cut by OPEC.
Shell require formal application in legal case
Shell E&P Ireland has been told to make a formal application if it wants to pull out of its legal action which led to the jailing of five Mayo men in 2005.
Shell to try to prevent legal action
Shell E&P Ireland is to go to the High Court today in an effort to drop its legal action against landowners opposed to the Corrib gas pipeline.
Oil prices increase after fall
Oil prices increased in value in Asian trade on Thursday, September 28th with New York’s main contract, light sweet crude for November delivery, up 19 cents at $63.15 a barrel from $62.96 in late US trade on Wednesday.
Shell indicates return to work after protest
Shell E&P Ireland has said it intends returning to work at the Corrib gas terminal at Bellanaboy, Co. Mayo after a protest on Tuesday, September 26th.
Oil prices show slight rise after earlier fall
Oil prices rose above $62 on Monday, September 25th, after a temporary fall to a six-month low on excessive supplies an | |
