Recently, renowned geopolitical strategist Peter Zeihan gave a provocative speech on the world’s energy dynamics and the distinctive role of U.S. shale in the energy landscape. He emphasized that China and India are the only significant net importers of natural resources. Zeihan expressed concern over China’s substantial reliance on a trading system that is, in… Continue reading Global Energy Challenges and the Unique Role of U.S. Shale

A three-year contract has been approved by unionized employees of Hawaii Gas, ending the state’s two-week strike. The utility disclosed that the new contract includes a 15% pay raise spread over three years and a flat-rate medical insurance fee that covers roughly 10% of the employee’s medical insurance premium cost, with the remaining 90% being… Continue reading Hawaii Gas Union Workers Approve New Contract, Ending Statewide Strike

Jason Steichen has recently been appointed as the new Vice President of Finance at Gas Equipment Co. (GEC). Steichen took over the position in March, replacing Michele Ridings, who will retire later this year. Steichen will supervise accounting operations in his new role, examine financial information, create reports, and work closely with management. Steichen brings… Continue reading Gas Equipment Co. Appoints Jason Steichen as Vice President of Finance

The Industrial Truck Association (ITA) observed National Forklift Safety Day with a combined online and offline event at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. The event provided a forum to discuss the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) recently updated forklift safety guidelines. ITA President, Brian Feehan, created National Forklift Safety Day to increase… Continue reading National Forklift Safety Day Highlights Updated Guidelines for Safe Forklift Operations

Gas service has been interrupted due to Hawaii Gas’s ongoing statewide strike, but substitute businesses like Alii Gas are filling the gap. Since the strike started on June 1, Alii Gas, located in the Kailua-Kona region of the island of Hawaii, has experienced increased business. Alii Gas has been able to refuel propane tanks for… Continue reading Alii Gas Provides Propane Service Amid Hawaii Gas Strike

On Monday afternoon, June 12, several propane tanks exploded, sparking a sizable fire in a small metal building near Great Bend, Kansas. The incident occurred around 3:45 pm in the rural Barton County area’s 200 block of SE Road. The explosions caused significant damage to the 40-by-60-foot wood-frame metal building, exposing several additional propane tanks… Continue reading Propane Tank Explosion Causes Fire in Rural Kansas County

To inform delivery fleets of the benefits of using propane autogas for better service and sustainability, the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) has launched a dedicated website, Propane.com/Delivery-Trucks. This comprehensive resource hub provides a wealth of data to help fleet owners adopt propane autogas by highlighting its advantages and showcasing successful examples from industry… Continue reading PERC Launches Propane.com/ Delivery-Trucks: Sustainable Fleet Resource Hub

During a panel discussion at the STN EXPO, three school districts at various stages of adopting propane school buses joined forces to share their experiences. The session, supported by the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), focused on our shared commitment to zero-emission transportation. For successful alternative fuel adoption, Steven Whaley, director of autogas business… Continue reading Propane School Bus Success Stories at STN EXPO Panel

The eagerly awaited 2023 Business Tech Conference (BTC), hosted by ADD Systems (Advanced Digital Data, Inc.), recently occurred, making it the most significant event the software company has ever hosted. Over 600 people attended the conference, which celebrated ADD Systems’ 50th anniversary and had 25 exhibitors. The event lasted a week and was held at… Continue reading ADD Systems Celebrates Largest User Conference Yet, Showcasing New Software Enhancements and Industry Innovation

Seven adults and seven children were forced to leave their townhomes after a fire in Prince William County, Virginia affected four of the properties. Authorities have identified the fire’s origin as a propane grill. Fire departments were called to the 12000 block of Malvern Way on June 11 at around 3:30 p.m. due to a… Continue reading Propane Grill Fire Damages Four Townhomes in Prince William County, Virginia

As the second week of the Hawaii Gas workers’ strike begins, gas shortages are increasing, impacting customers. Residents of Kona have reported that a dozen or so local eateries have temporarily stopped serving food due to the strike. Hawaii Gas responded to the complaints by stating on Saturday that the Big Island is a priority… Continue reading Gas Shortages Continue as Hawaii Gas Workers’ Strike Enters Second Week

Bryce Mainville has been promoted to national sales manager of Jomar Valve’s gas division, a well-known North American manufacturer and supplier of valve solutions. Mainville has demonstrated his exceptional abilities in spotting opportunities, paving the way, and steering strategic business decisions throughout his nearly 15-year career at the company. Mainville has held several positions at… Continue reading Bryce Mainville Promoted to National Sales Manager of Jomar Valve’s Gas Division

Businesses in the area are severely disrupted by the ongoing Hawaii Gas strike, which has forced some of them to close. On the island of Hawaii, businesses, primarily restaurants, have been forced to close down because they cannot operate without gas until delivery trucks refill propane tanks. Four restaurants at Kona Commons in Kailua-Kona that… Continue reading Hawaii Gas Strike Disrupts Local Businesses as Propane Shortage Forces Closures

A residence on the West Side of Manchester, New Hampshire caught fire late Wednesday night, June 7, severely damaging the building and a 250-pound propane tank. According to the Manchester Fire Department, the tank’s relief valve melted due to the fire, releasing pressurized fuel into the flames. The 30 McClintock Street house in the Varney… Continue reading Propane Tank Fire Damages Home on West Side of Manchester, New Hampshire

Firefighters from Moline, Illinois diligently battled to extinguish a fire that broke out Thursday night, June 8, at Gold Star FS, a propane company located at 2607 4th Avenue, assisted by mutual aid from five other Quad-City departments. Homes in the 2500–2700 block of 4th Avenue were evacuated due to fears of explosions, with Moline… Continue reading Firefighters Battle Blaze at Moline Propane Company; Evacuations Lifted

After allegedly engaging in a violent altercation in which he repeatedly threw a propane tank at a car, a man from Belington, West Virginia is now being charged. According to a criminal complaint, the incident happened on Hanging Rock Road, and the West Virginia State Police responded. According to reports, the suspect, 50-year-old Brian Mayle,… Continue reading Belington, West Virginia Man Arrested for Assault and Property Destruction After Propane Tank Attack

The acquisition of Tekelek Europe Ltd. by Rochester Sensors, a top designer and producer of liquid-level sensors and gauges, has been finalized. This tactical move is a part of Rochester’s long-term plan to diversify its liquid-level sensor business while expanding its technical capabilities and global reach. Rochester has now successfully acquired four firms involved in… Continue reading Rochester Sensors Expands Global Reach with Acquisition of Tekelek Europe Ltd.

Dramatic findings are revealed in a new State of Sustainable Fleets Market Brief, which includes illuminating developments and trends in sustainable fleets. The report’s noteworthy highlights are as follows: 1. Emission Reduction Mandates: To promote cleaner transportation, the federal government and California have implemented regulations that call for an 80% reduction in nitrogen oxide emissions… Continue reading Critical Findings Revealed on Sustainable Fleets

The importance of having written driving policies in place and regularly communicating them to all drivers in propane businesses is being emphasized by Federated Insurance. According to Federated Insurance, some propane company owners have been seen to have driving policies but fail to communicate them effectively to their staff. Senior District Marketing Manager at Federated… Continue reading National Propane Insurance Company Highlights the Importance of Written Policies for Propane Marketers

World Caring Day was recently observed with several cleanup projects across the country by Suburban Propane Partners, L.P., a top national distributor of propane, renewable propane, renewable natural gas, fuel oil, and related products and services. The company’s dedication to environmental stewardship and community involvement was demonstrated by these initiatives to clean up open spaces,… Continue reading Suburban Propane Celebrates World Caring Day with Nationwide Clean-Up Initiatives

A propane tank explosion at a former industrial building owned by the Omaha Public Schools (OPS) on Monday resulted in severe injuries to a forklift operator, which is a worrying incident. After the explosion happened at the former U.S. Mills Inc. complex at 4301 N. 30th St. just before noon, the burned OPS employee was… Continue reading Forklift Operator Injured in Propane Tank Explosion at Former OPS Building

The Wheaton Fire Department organized a specialized emergency response training session with a live propane fire emphasis in cooperation with the Wisconsin Propane Education & Research Council. Approximately 30 firefighters from the Wheaton Fire Department and surrounding areas participated in the training on Monday. The extensive training course included both in-class instruction and practical training.… Continue reading Wheaton Fire Department Conducts Propane Fire Training for First Responders

Regulations governing entry-level driver training went into effect last year on February 7, 2022, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) of the U.S. Department of Transportation. Candidates for a Class A or Class B commercial driver’s license (CDL) or a hazardous materials endorsement (HME) must adhere to these rules. The Administrative Compliance… Continue reading Propane Industry Adapts to FMCSA Regulations with ACE Services for Driver Training

On Monday, June 5, the Orangeburg (South Carolina) Department of Public Safety Fire Department sprang into action when they got word of a propane leak on Cannon Bridge Road. A 30,000-gallon propane tank was spewing gas into the air, causing quite a commotion. Their attempts to stop the leak were in vain, so the Orangeburg… Continue reading Orangeburg, South Carolina Emergency Crews Address Propane Leak on Cannon Bridge Road

The Washington State Building Code Council just hit the pause button on their statewide mandate for electric heat pumps in new buildings. Why is this? It turns out that a coalition, including our very own National Propane Gas Association (NPGA), filed a lawsuit that put a temporary hold on this electrifying plan. That is great… Continue reading The Washington State Building Code Council Pumps the Brakes on Electrification Mandate, Giving Propane Companies a Breath of Fresh Air

Many professionals in the propane industry have characterized the recently ended 2022–2023 winter heating season in the United States as mild. The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) has provided data supporting this assertion. The EIA estimates that U.S. propane consumption during the winter season averaged 0.986 million barrels per day (bpd), the lowest winter heating… Continue reading Mild Winter Leads to Lowest U.S. Propane Consumption on Record