Certas Energy reaffirms commitment to HVO transition

Certas Energy has reaffirmed its commitment to partnering with businesses on their energy transition journeys by expanding its hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) depot network to 32 sites.

Certas Energy, the largest HVO supplier in the UK, added a number of new supply sites in the last 12 months, with Cambridge Holton Heath, Ipswich and Oban being the most recent additions.

The rollout comes ahead of Road Transport Expo (RTX), the premier tradeshow for the road haulage industry.

From April 2025 to March 2026, Certas Energy delivered over 188 million litres of HVO, a rise of 24.6% on the prior year.

This was a pledge that began five years ago when Certas Energy launched an initial trial of HVO in its fleets from depots in Immingham and Ellesmere Port – a trial that was so successful that HVO was adopted at five hub depots a year later.

Cathy Bailey, energy transition manager at Certas Energy, said: “HVO is a long-term pledge from us to help businesses of all sizes achieve their ESG targets.

“The net-zero conversation has changed. Businesses still want to act, but they need solutions that work commercially, operationally and at scale. That’s where HVO plays a critical role.

“Increasing our depot network means HVO is now more accessible to local communities, who benefit from improved air quality due to the reduced emissions compared to standard diesel.

“Customers can plan their transition journey with certainty. In an uncertain world, whether that’s energy prices, regulation or supply chains, what business needs is consistency, an option that reduces emissions today.

“By continuing to invest in HVO, we give customers the confidence and capability to act now, while the wider energy transition continues to evolve.”