UK fuel distributor launches HVO hiring initiative

Certas Energy, the UK-based independent fuel distributor, has introduced a new fuel tank hire initiative to support the transition to Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO).

The program, which is designed to help businesses overcome cost barriers to adopting low-carbon fuel while also enhancing fuel security, covers the company’s newest HVO product.

According to a survey carried out by Certas Energy survey, four in ten businesses prioritise cost savings over sustainability.

To ease the shift to HVO, the company is offering a tank leasing solution that eliminates upfront costs. The OFTEC-registered tanks are fully installed and available for hire nationwide.

Each steel tank comes equipped with FuelWise Telemetry, servicing, and advanced security features to prevent theft and optimize fuel management.

Certas said that hiring a tank can cut first-year costs by nearly 90%, freeing up capital for other investments.

Darren Holloway, Commercial Director for Energy Solutions at Certas Energy, said: “Our ‘Tanks for Hire’ offering is all about putting our customers in control of their fuel management, addressing the high upfront costs associated with buying a tank while making the whole process more convenient. Businesses have told us what they’re looking for and we’ve developed precisely that - this is fuel management on customer terms.

“This is a great option for the growing number of companies, particularly in haulage, logistics and construction sectors across the UK, that are looking to commit to a wider scale trial or roll-out of HVO. Being able to hire our tanks has made the switch to renewable HVO more attainable and simpler than ever before.”