Ascona Group announces grand reopening of its Machynlleth Service Station, North Wales
August 14, 2023
David Lamb
Reopening follows a transformative £3m redevelopment programme
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It’s time to reveal the finalists of the Forecourt Trader Awards 2022...
August 22, 2022
David Lamb
Three Ascona Sites have been placed in the finals for the annual Forecourt Traders Awards 2022.
Read MoreA review of competition in the road fuel market has found cause for concern
July 9, 2022
David Lamb
“We have seen no evidence – nor is it clear from our analysis – that retailers in aggregate have profited from failing to pass on the fuel duty cut.” - Road Fuel Review, Page 4.
Read MoreDon’t shoot the retailer!
June 12, 2022
Darren Briggs
Petrol retailing is all about timing - the timing of fuel load deliveries, the timing of wholesale price changes, the timing prices changes at the pumps and ultimately the timing of meaningful and effective government policy which, as yet, remains to be seen.
Read MoreAnother turbulent week in the world of petrol retailing
March 29, 2022
Darren Briggs
The UK Government made an unprecedented move reducing motor fuel duty by 5p per litre (equating to 6p per litre taking into account of VAT) on Wednesday 23rd. Apparently the biggest reduction in the last 20 years. But was it enough?
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In an ever-changing retail world, Ascona Group aims to bring right-on-time convenience, service and quality to motorists and communities. Forecourts have a new champion.