Fuel Uplift and Transfer Services – Nationwide Coverage
Safely remove or transfer your unwanted fuels and oils
At Crown Oil Environmental, we provide comprehensive fuel uplift services across the UK, assisting businesses in managing surplus, degraded or unwanted fuels and oils. Whether you need to relocate fuel between tanks, transfer it between sites or remove it entirely, our team is equipped to handle volumes starting from 1,000 litres to several million litres.
Why choose our fuel uplift service?
- Environmental compliance: We ensure that all fuel removal and disposal processes adhere to stringent environmental regulations, mitigating the risk of contamination and potential fines
- Cost-efficiency: If your fuel is suitable for reuse, we can facilitate its resale, potentially providing a financial return
- Comprehensive solutions: Our services include fuel removal, tank cleaning, degassing and tank decommissioning, offering a complete solution to your fuel management needs
- Expertise & equipment: With a fleet of specialised tankers and experienced engineers, we ensure safe and efficient fuel handling, regardless of the volume or complexity
Our fuel uplift process
- Site survey & assessment: Our engineers conduct a thorough evaluation of your fuel storage system, including the condition of the fuel and the tank infrastructure
- Risk assessment & planning: We develop a tailored plan, incorporating risk assessments to determine the safest and most efficient method for fuel removal
- Fuel removal & transport: Using our specialised equipment, we safely extract the fuel and transport it to an appropriate facility for recycling, disposal or resale
- Tank cleaning & degassing: Post-removal, we clean the tank to remove any residual contaminants and, if necessary, degas it to ensure safety
- Decommissioning or recommissioning: Depending on your requirements, we can either decommission the tank to prevent future use or prepare it for recommissioning with fresh fuel
Learn more about our fuel uplift services by calling our expert team on 0330 123 3399
Fuels and oils we uplift
Here at Crown Oil Environmental, we specialise in the uplift of a wide range of fuels, oils and waste products including:
- Red diesel (gas oil)
- White diesel (DERV)
- Kerosene
- Industrial heating oil
- Coolants
- Transformer oils
- Oily rags
- And more…
The importance of a safe fuel uplift service
There are stringent rules and regulations that surround the safe storage of fuels and oils. This can be a huge expense to uphold, especially of you no longer have use for them.
Not only this, but stored diesel has a short shelf life of around 6-12 months before it begins to degrade in quality. Over time, this can damage the inside of an oil tank, eventually perforating the tank walls and leaking into the environment.
Need to replace old degraded fuels?
If your stored fuel has degraded beyond the point of polishing and is no longer fit for use, we can help. Our team can uplift and safely remove old fuel from your site’s storage tanks, then thoroughly clean the tanks and pipework to prepare them for fresh fuel.
Once cleaning is complete, we can deliver a fresh supply of fuel directly into your tanks, ready for immediate use. This fully managed service is carried out in-house by our experienced fuel experts, streamlining the process and helping to keep costs low.
Sell your old fuels and oils
As well as providing our oil uplift services, we can also buy your unwanted fuels depending on their condition, with good rebates for fuel, including gas oil, base oil and lubricants.
We will always assess your redundant fuel prior to collection and will endeavour to recycle as much of it as possible for reuse within the industry. Due to this recycling process, in addition to our fuel storage capabilities, we can also help you generate a potential revenue stream from your otherwise redundant fuels.
We will always aim to offer you the best available price for fuel taken away (subject to the quality and actual volume of fuel). Even when we are unable to offer you a payment for the fuel we collect, for larger quantities we will still look to provide this service free of charge (subject to specific requirements and the location of the site in question).
Considering switching to a renewable fuel?
We’re here to help your business transition to cleaner, more sustainable fuel alternatives. HVO fuel (hydrotreated vegetable oil) is a fully renewable diesel alternative that cuts your net CO2 emissions by up to 90% while significantly reducing NOX emissions and particulate matter.
HVO is approved by a wide range of OEMs and meets BS EN 15940 specifications, meaning you can use it without modifying existing engines or equipment. At Crown Oil Environmental, we make the switch to HVO fast and easy, so that you can focus on running your business while benefitting from reduced net emissions.
While HVO is fully miscible with regular diesel, we recommend that switching completely to maximise it environmental and operational advantages.
Learn more about our HVO switch services or speak directly with our fuel experts today by calling 0330 123 3399.
Fuel uplift FAQs
How can I prevent fuel degradation?
We recommend investing in a regularly planned preventative maintenance programme to save you the hassle of having to replace your entire fuel system. We can test, monitor and polish your fuel on a fixed price, annual basis to help you avoid having to uplift and replace your full fuel stock.
Is fuel uplift environmentally safe?
Yes. All our fuel removal and disposal processes comply with UK environmental regulations. Contaminated or degraded fuels are handled responsibly to prevent pollution or site contamination.
How long does a fuel uplift take?
The time required depends on fuel volume, tank type and contamination level. Small tanks may take a few hours, while larger or heavily contaminated systems may take a full day – we will always provide a tailored timeframe after a site assessment.
Can I continue using my tanks during fuel uplift?
In most cases, tanks are emptied before cleaning, so normal operations may be paused briefly. Our team plans the uplift to minimise downtime and can advise on the safest approach for your site.
Can old fuel be recycled or reused?
Yes, depending on its condition. Viable fuel may be processed for reuse or resale, reducing waste and potentially offering a cost recovery option. Non-viable fuel is safely disposed of in line with regulations.
Ready to learn more about our fuel uplift services? Call our expert team today on 0330 123 3399 to find out how we can help you remove or transfer fuels and oils between locations
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We guarantee all of our products and services. Our expert teams are the most experienced in the industry, and each individual is an expert in every aspect of their role.
We are passionate about providing excellent service at all times and our commitment to customer care makes us the perfect choice for your environmental service requirements.
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