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Morrisons fuel chaos in Carmarthen caused by batch of petrol contaminated with water
MORRISONS say the fuel problem at their Carmarthen store which caused numerous breakdowns during this morning’s rush hour was caused by a bad batch of fuel.
Read MoreIRFA promotes use of biodiesel
-Following Iowa Governor Terry Branstad’s emergency proclamation to allow for more transport of diesel products, the Iowa Renewable Fuels Association (IRFA) today reminded diesel users and suppliers that using cleaner-burning, homegrown biodiesel ranging in blends of 5 to 20 percent can help stretch tight supplies.
Read MoreSenate body asks FIA to probe adulteration in fuel oil
The Senate Standing Committee on Planning, Development and Reforms on Friday expressed grave concerns over the adulteration in fuel oil and directed the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) to probe into it and submit a report to the committee before next meeting.
Read MoreAberdeen firm launches “revolutionary” system
Managing director Barry Park said: “This revolutionary product comes at a time where the industry has a growing problem with fuel contamination.
Read MoreContaminated Diesel Found
During a series of multi-agency operations on Thursday, HMRC, accompanied by officers from Kent Police, searched commercial premises in the Upminster and West Thurrock areas of Essex where they discovered a laundering plant.
Read MoreGov't to go after watered-down fuel
Filling stations could have their fuel licence withdrawn if they are caught selling substandard fuel or short measure, parliament heard last week.
Read MoreEPA decision to not finalize RFS volumes 'sorely' disappoints
The U.S. EPA announced Nov. 21 that the agency will not be finalizing the 2014 renewable fuel standard (RFS) volumes before the end of the year, disappointing and baffling both renewable and petroleum fuel producers.
Read MoreCost of illegal petrol-stretching more than €3m this year
The combined cost to victims of illegal petrol-stretching operations could be more than €3m this year alone, according to figures obtained by the Irish Examiner.
Read MoreNew dye to help combat illegal fuel smugglers
Fuel laundering could be "virtually eliminated" in early 2015 after the introduction of a new fuel dye to help detect smuggled diesel.
Read MoreMotorists warned over contaminated fuel
Motorists are being advised to only purchase fuel from trusted sources to minimise the risk posed by petrol stretching.
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