Roadway – The Podcast: Episode 25 Fuel, Risk and the Road Ahead: What Operators Need to Know

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Fuel, Risk and the Road Ahead: What Operators Need to Know In this episode of Roadway – The Podcast, RHA Managing Director Richard Smith is joined by Paul Holland, Managing Director of Corpay's UK Vehicle Payments business, including Keyfuels and Allstar, to explore the challenges facing fuel markets, diesel supply risks and the future of alternative fuels. The conversation looks at the factors influencing oil and diesel prices, including global supply and demand, market volatility and what the oil futures market can tell operators about expectations for the months ahead. Richard and Paul discuss the impact of geopolitical instability in the Middle East, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz, and what potential disruption to global energy supplies could mean for UK road transport businesses. The episode also explores how operators can manage fuel costs, strengthen resilience and prepare for uncertainty, while balancing immediate commercial pressures with longer-term sustainability ambitions. Looking to the future, the discussion considers the role of alternative fuels, the challenges of infrastructure and investment, and what is needed to ensure the transition to lower-emission vehicles remains commercially viable. This episode provides practical insight into managing fuel market risks, preparing for future challenges and supporting a more resilient and sustainable road transport industry. Key Themes Oil and diesel prices and market volatility Understanding the oil futures market Geopolitical risks and the Strait of Hormuz Diesel supply and fuel security Managing fuel costs and business resilience Sustainability and alternative fuels Infrastructure and investment challenges Commercial viability of decarbonisation The future of transport fuels Road Haulage Association (RHA) Contact: [email protected]

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