Non-destructive fuel tank testing You may or may not have heard the term NDT fuel tank testing before. But what you should know is that it’s completely invaluable in protecting your storage tanks, pipework, vessels and other safety critical components. So firstly, what is NDT and why is it needed? An increase in Fatty Acid Methyl Esters (FAME) in fuels has led to accelerated tank and pipework corrosion. This coupled…
We can’t believe it’s March already and another pancake day has crêped up on us! It seems like only yesterday when we were sat around the table devouring our turkey and pigs in blankets. Many of us are guilty for wishing our lives away. We live for the weekends, long for the summer and wish for an early retirement, but in hindsight, we should value our time – after all…
Does the proposed red diesel ban float your boat? The rules and regulations surrounding the use of red diesel in UK boats have been under scrutiny for several years. We’re all patiently waiting in anticipation of the outcome, but in the meantime we thought we should discuss recent developments and where we’re currently at, including sailors being consulted about the planned red diesel ban and Brussel’s recent decision to continue…
After several months of hard work and devotion, we’re proud to announce the launch of our new website in line with our increasing role as a UK leader in the supply of fuel & lubricants and fuel related services. Our completely revamped website has had a much-needed facelift, and has been designed with you in mind. The fresh look provides a user-friendly browsing experience to improve navigation through our wide-ranging product…
Many of our business clients buy fuel from us simply because we’re competitively priced. Some buy off us because of our unrivalled service. Others buy our fuel because they want guaranteed deliveries. That’s where our priority contracts and emergency fuel deliveries give you 100% peace of mind. For so many businesses, ongoing access to a reliable and flexible source of high-quality fuel is essential. Obtaining a service of this kind…
Although Blue Monday isn’t an official holiday (though some think it should be!), it endures to have the negative connotation of being one of the most depressing days of the year. Its anniversary falls on the third Monday of January, so this year it takes place on the 21st. A cold, bleak January can be a huge comedown after the festive season that’s now a distant memory of tasty, calorific…
2018 is complete and it’s been another 12 months to be proud of here at Crown Oil! Professionally, we’ve further cemented our place as an industry leader thanks to our continued high levels of outstanding customer service, excellent prices and some very shrewd acquisitions to the Crown Oil Group. We’ve also continued to place a huge focus on community and charity work, which has meant that we’ve been involved in…
Looking for some inspiration when it comes to crafting your 2019 goals? New Year’s Resolutions are a great way to break those bad habits, whether it be to curb those chocolate cravings, hit the gym or read more books. But have you ever considered incorporating your business into them? With so many of you relying on a steady supply of fuel, we thought we’d put together some easy to achieve…
What are the chances of a white Christmas? More broadly, what will the weather be like over the festive period and how is that going to impact you? There’s often talk about the prospect of snow on Christmas Day, and whilst that helps the magical Christmas vibe, it can be, well, inconvenient. Before we come on to the likelihood of a festive blizzard where you are, let’s get a bit…
With Christmas Day less than two weeks away, we’re over half way through our Advent Countdown on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook, showcasing our most popular products and fuel related services. We don’t want you to miss out on these super treats for your business, so we’re recapping them here too! Why not give us a follow on our social media platforms? That way you can keep us in your newsfeed…