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Earlier this week reports confirmed that oil and gas had been found off the coast of Greenland, a huge advance for the oil industry.

This opportunity was expected to gain the interest of all major oil companies, however, BP has decided against perusing work on the new Greenland site. News articles claim that BP was involved in the initial stages however has decided against bidding for the contract.

The Greenland site is considered a breakthrough for oil companies and fuel providers alike however; there are environmental concerns with this area due to its unpredictability, stemming from its cold temperatures.

A BP spokes person is reported to have said that the Mexican disaster has impacted the company’s reputation and therefore did not want to compromise their safety record further.

The tragic event experienced in the Gulf of Mexico has fuelled environmental campaigns in opposition to the Greenland plans. Greenpeace has already made its presence known with the Esperanza ship circling the area.

BP is thought to be approaching future opportunities with caution and although has backed down in this case- future bids are not expected to be impacted.

With news headlines stating that fuel prices are set to increase in the forth coming months, a study affirms that business fleets are applying for fuel cards as a method to prepare for increasing fuel prices.

The research reveals that many businesses are predicting that fleet costs could increase up to ten percent as of January 2011. The investigation tells that an increased number of businesses are now using or applying for fuel cards to curb this cost and manage the fuel purchasing process.

Respondents echoed not only had they saved on the price of fuel through using a fuel card, but the administration surrounding the process reduced too.

If you want to apply for a fuel card but are not too sure which one, our team can help!

If you are not sure how fuel cards would fit into your driver’s routine there is no need to worry, our fuel cards work in a similar way to a credit card. Your drivers purchase the fuel at the forecourt and you pay the invoices on an agreed basis.

A fuel card will help you manage your fuel expenditure and supply you with the extra administrative information, saving you valuable time. The data we capture during the fuel purchasing process will provide you with driver behavior patterns and performance, enabling you to identify any inefficiency.

We can talk you through the benefits of using one of our fuel cards and help you find the right one for your business requirements. We are certain that we can find a card that will meet your needs whether this is: high canopies, price or network coverage, with our extensive portfolio of fuel cards we are certain we will find the most suitable one for you.

For more information on Fuel Cards call Forecourt Fuels 0845 450 5755.

It has been reported that business fleet costs are escalating. With the government announcing an increase in VAT and fuel duty this is no surprise.

The emergency budget will impact all fleets; fleets owned by a business outright will now have to find increased funds to purchase news vehicles, while leased fleets will be able to claim back less VAT due to the increased VAT rate.  There are suggestions that leasing may become a more popular option for business fleets to avoid added costs come January 2011.

A recent report urges fleet managers not to overlook minor costs, suggesting that some businesses are not accounting for all the running costs. It is reported that the additional running costs of a fleet, including tax and insurance is often over looked and for that reason an entire analysis is not carried out effectively, causing many businesses to struggle at the end of the financial year.

To help manage fleet running costs a solution that can easily be used by any business is to use a fuel card for each vehicle. There are many benefits from using a fuel card as long as you choose the right one for you, something the forecourt fuels team can help you with. Similar to credit or debit cards, fuel cards function in much the same way; your drivers can use the fuel card to purchase fuel and you can pay for the fuel on an agreed basis, helping your business’s cash flow.

A business fuel card will supply you with the extra information that in the past may have taken you hours to process. Detailed invoices will allow you to calculate your business costs accurately leaving no stone unturned. This will then help you at the end of the year not to struggle with your accounts like many other businesses are predicted to at the end of the financial year.

At forecourt fuels we recognise that you have certain requirements from your fuel card, this maybe; site coverage, higher canopies, certain brands or a low fuel price, we are confident we can find a card that will meet your business’s individual needs.

With business costs set to increase as of January 2011 there is no better time than now to apply for a fuel card for your fleet. Regardless of your fleet size, petrol or diesel fuel, we can help you manage your costs through this difficult economic time.

We want to build a lasting relationship with you, supplying you with the management information you need to run your fleet effectively. If you are struggling under the economic pressures to reduce your fleet’s cost why not give us a call? 08454505755

More controversy surrounding fuel prices comes today as reports advise motorists that the UK Chancellor, George Osborne, is likely to announce that he will not standby his promise to stabilise the UK fuel prices, angering both businesses and motorists.

For businesses there are numerous reasons as to why a fuel card may help ease this situation. Fuel cards are similar in appearance to a credit or debit card, embossed details can be found on the front and a signature strip located on the back of the card. The actual branding of the card will be dependent on the type of fuel card you use.

Most our fuel cards can save you money on the price of fuel, compared to the average pump price, as we enable you to buy your fuel at commercial rates. We can also offer you some unique and exclusive price guarantees!

If you want to find out more why not give us a call: 08454505755, our team can help advise you on the best fuel card for your business.

June 2010 saw the new coalition government announce its emergency budget.  Local councils were told that as a consequence finances would be cut and money must be saved across the board.

Like any business local councils face fuel bills for their vehicles and in a bid to reduce costs and carbon emissions, one council has turned to drivers to help save costs by training staff to drive more economically.

One council has enrolled staff on driving technique course which is thought to cut around nine thousand C02 tonnes of emissions per year.

This smarter driving course is thought to teach drivers how to decrease fuel consumption and reduce emissions. If the drivers employ the techniques it is thought they could save on average £250 per year off their fuel costs.

There are many ways to reduce your fuel costs; however, we believe one of the easiest ways is through using fuel cards. At forecourt fuels we want to help you save money on your fuel costs and we believe if you get the correct fuel card for your company, we can help you do this!

Fuel cards will ensure that your money is not wasted and that less cash is spent on fuel. Fuel cards will help you gain  control backover your fuel costs.

Shell has officially launched its brand new innovative fuel ‘Shell FuelSave Unleaded and Shell FuelSave Diesel’ and we think it is the perfect partner for your fleet. Not only is this a revolutionary fuel but it is proven by scientists to help reduce fuel costs and CO2 emissions.

Why are we so confident in ‘Shell FuelSave Unleaded and Shell FuelSave Diesel’?

Shell FuelSave Unleaded and Shell FuelSave Diesel have been extensively tested in Shell laboratories with proven results- showing that it can help you save up to one litre per tank. Shell has identified how to lower fuel wastage and improve fuel efficiency by up to ten percent with no extra cost to you as the customer.

You can purchase this new innovative fuel with a Forecourt Fuels fuel card.

If you would like any additional information about Shell FuelSave or do not yet have a fuel card and would like to find out more, please do not hesitate to contact the Forecourt Fuels team on 0845 450 5755.

The rising cost of fuel is felt by all however, it is suggested that UK hauliers maybe experiencing the impact more than most. It is thought that UK fuel prices are putting immense pressure on profits for hauliers resulting in a variety of cost saving exercises. Speculation that the new coalition government may increase fuel duty in the near future indicates hard times ahead.

Fuel cards are an easy way to manage your fleet through this uncertainty.

At Forecourt Fuels we can help ease this pressure with our fuel cards. We supply a large number of fuel cards to many different businesses for both UK and European usage, making our fuel cards ideal for any haulier.

Having a Fuel card will allow you to purchase your fuel at the best possible price, whilst giving you the added purchase control required in these pressurized times.

A recent study has shown that fuel gift cards are rapidly becoming a popular birthday gift amongst civilians. With the price of fuel increasing in recent years, the research suggests that people are happy to receive a fuel card to save them money on their bills.

For businesses there are multiple benefits to be had too. Regardless of size, a fleet can benefit by using fuel cards, not only will a business save money on their running costs, the process of purchasing fuel can be made easier too. With increased security and additional purchase controls, fuel cards will help lower the administrative process of purchasing fuel.

The rising cost of fuel is a pressing issue for businesses, especially transport, delivery and haulage ones. Currently, fuel consumption and costs are two of the most important concerns not only to large scale companies but to the smaller ones as well. All company managers and owners are looking for an alternative that will help reduce the fuel consumption of their vehicles.

Tracking fuel consumption with fuel cards:

As a way of reducing and tracking fuel consumption, most company managers and owners have invested in fuel cards. These cards serve a number of benefits to those companies which use them as they do more than make purchasing fuel easy.

• Fuel cards provide companies with the option of limiting either the money on the card or limiting the amount of fuel that can be bought. This ensures that company fuel cards and money are not used unnecessarily.

• With every transaction made on these cards, purchasers are provided with an invoice. This is proof of the amount of fuel that has been filled in a particular vehicle.

• Invoices obtained from purchases made on fuel cards can help company owners and managers a great deal when it comes to tax rebates.

• Additionally, the invoices also show mileage of the vehicle. This can help when it comes to vehicle maintenance and results in extra cost savings for the company.

Many companies are slowly learning of these benefits and gradually the popularity of fuel cards is increasing, making it an important tool in the transport and delivery industry today.

With fuel prices touching new heights every day, it is essential to make as much savings as possible, especially in fuel consumption. Companies that own a large fleet of vehicles will know how important it is to save on fuel expenses. Fuel is a key input in the transportation industry and even small savings can go a long way and help transport companies to make significant savings in the long run.

One way to save on fuel expenses is to use fuel cards. The fuel cards come in many different packages and the billing system and limits can be set as per your requirement. With the help of fuel cards, you can easily get cheap petrol and cheap diesel. Another major advantage of fuel cards is that they are widely accepted at all major fuel filling stations across the UK. Although fuel cards look similar to credit cards, they function in a completely different way.

When using credit cards, you need to pay interest on every transaction that you do whereas in case of fuel cards, you are not charged with any interest. One more advantage of fuel cards is that its billing includes VAT, which means that you will no longer need to waste your time in order to calculate and pay the VAT for every transaction that you do.

So if you own a fleet of vehicles, opting for fuel cards is the right choice as it will eventually help you to make big savings on the over fuel expenses of your fleet.