MEMBERNEWS MEMBER FOCUS: ROADGAS
Roadgas, based in Colwick, works with businesses across the transport industry to bring renewable infrastructure into day-to-day operations. Marketing director Becky Rix (pictured) tells Business Network about how the business is committed to driving the low-carbon agenda, via the decarbonisation of transport, to support the Government’s 10-point plan for net zero by 2050.
Tell us what your company does and a brief overview of its history? Roadgas is a leading supplier of renewable gas refuelling station infrastructure, delivering solutions with biomethane, bio-compressed natural gas (bio-CNG) and liquefied natural gas (LNG). Based in Colwick since 2007, we
work with both the public and private sectors to provide a complete refuelling solution that meets the bespoke needs of fleet, haulage and logistics operations throughout the UK.
Who are your main customers and what is your USP to them? Our customers are in the transport industry across both the public and private sectors. Our flagship project remains the development of our biomethane refuelling infrastructure to support Nottingham City Transport’s fleet of 120 double- decker buses, which run daily on biogas.
New customers are emerging
now in the HGV market, especially among those businesses that operate back-to-base fleets.
What is your role in the business and what does your day-to-day role involve? As marketing director, I’m responsible for all communications relating to the business, both internal and external. My days are varied and full of requests for information relating to our refuelling infrastructure, but more recently relating to the benefits of renewable gas in logistics fleets.
‘Our focus remains on working with the haulage and logistics sector to help them decarbonise on behalf of their client’
North Notts BID offers end of lockdown support
Businesses in North Nottinghamshire can get ready for the easing of lockdown restrictions with support from the region’s business improvement district. Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic,
the North Notts BID has worked with firms to support them through a range of member benefits, the sharing of information and guidance, and supporting Bassetlaw District Council to reopen the region’s high streets safely last year. Now, with the Government announcing its roadmap to normality, alongside its popular maintenance service, the BID is offering free training courses via a new online platform. Chief executive Sally Gillborn (pictured) said: “Whether we’re providing immediate help through the maintenance service, or long-term support though initiatives like the savings service and online training, our role is to provide local businesses with the opportunities to develop to make sure they are as prepared as possible when lockdown lifts.”
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How have you fared during the Covid-19 pandemic? The first lockdown in March 2020 led to a very difficult time in the business. While we were able to respond to the Covid-19 guidance to keep our team safe, we also had to look at new ways of operating both remotely and onsite. When I look back now, I am very
proud of the way in which everyone at Roadgas raised to the challenges we faced and I’m pleased to say that 2021 has got off to a good start with the team now working on a number of projects.
What are the company’s plans for the future? We continue to drive for continuous improvement in everything we do, which has led to a number of new products and services being offered. Our focus remains on working with the haulage and logistics sector to help them decarbonise on behalf of their clients. We are also excited about the prospect of being able to offer product solutions using hydrogen, but this will come later in the year.
How long have you been a member of East Midlands
NEW MEMBERS In February, the Chamber welcomed 39 members.
• ADR UK Tyremart Ltd (International)
• ai accounts • ASG Group (International) • Begbies Traynor (Patron) • Bhayani Law Limited • Birch Print • Blake Emergency Services (International)
• Breedon Consulting • Canopy Tree Services • Catena Inspection & Engineering Ltd
• Chocolate Lovers Limited • Flogas Britain Ltd • Food Connections Ltd (International)
• FSG Tableware Ltd • Gascoines Auctions @ Newark Auction Centre
• Ikon Solutions Ltd • International Biomedical Limited
• Invise Limited • Janice Rose Lingerie • MKKF LTD • MT13 Ltd • Derbyshire Voluntary Action • Overdue Invoices •
Planet-mi.com • Radon Security Ltd • Raw Power Ltd • Safe and Sound Group • Shortlist Marketing Ltd • Smart Energy Projects Limited • Stowe Family Law Nottingham • TecLive Limited • Tranquil Plants • The Travers Foundation • John Mcdonald T/A UK4BSL • Voldi Ltd • Worldwide Express (UK) Ltd (International)
• Youth Enterprise & Employability Academy
• Zaza Lewis
Chamber, and what encouraged you to join and continue your membership? Roadgas has been a member of the Chamber since 2018. The services the Chamber provides and the support we have had, especially during the past 12 months, has been invaluable.
Which membership products have you used and how did they help your business? Networking events, workshops, training and peer-to-peer support helps us to keep up to date with developments in our region. The most exciting development
for me has been the creation of Sustainable East Midlands, which has raised the profile of the low- carbon agenda for all businesses.
What do you believe is the most important role of a chamber of commerce? To connect local, like-minded businesses and drive the economic prosperity of the region for the benefit of all.
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