The American and Israeli attacks on Iran and Lebanon have sent markets around the world into turmoil and triggered significant...

The American and Israeli attacks on Iran and Lebanon have sent markets around the world into turmoil and triggered significant...

Visitors to the stand can learn more about OFTEC’s registration options, speak to our technical staff, and discuss the latest...

The MTCs set out the knowledge, skills and behaviours required of members of Self-Certified Schemes, helping to create a more...


Many oil heating technicians valued the opportunity to speak face to face with OFTEC.

The extraordinary public response to the Government’s consultation on alternative low-carbon heating solutions, produced almost...

The liquid fuel heating industry welcomes the DESNZ consultation that includes consideration of renewable liquid...

OFTEC has challenged the outcome of the recent government consultation on the Clean Heat Market...

Malcolm Farrow is promoted to Director of Marketing and External Affairs at OFTEC as part...

A former technician who has experienced inspections, the newest member of the OFTEC inspection team...
Whether you’re interested in registration, training, or learning more about how renewable liquid fuels like HVO can help with decarbonising...

OFTEC marks the retirement of Inspection Manager John Vinter whose contribution has made a lasting impact on OFTEC and the...

A breakdown of the implications of the plans of the Irish Government to introduce ‘The Renewable Heating Obligation’ mandating all...

For those in the liquid fuels and off-grid heating sector, the plan is notable not only for what it includes...

As a regulated waste it is vital that glycol is disposed of in the correct way.

This guidance refers specifically to the social rented sector.

With much discussion on HVO appearing in trade journals over the last couple of years, this article is intended to...

With the consultation open for a few more days, the huge number of submissions already received from rural communities and...


The approval of the Renewable Heat Obligation Bill 2025 is a major step to decarbonisation...

Off-grid constituents are at risk of being overlooked in the drive for electrification.

OFTEC Conference 2025 The liquid fuel heating industry is primed and ready to roll out...

OFTEC welcomes Warm Homes Plan funding but highlights importance of consumer choice.

An update from David Blevings, OFTEC’s Ireland Manager.



The American and Israeli attacks on Iran and Lebanon have sent markets around the world into turmoil and triggered significant...

Visitors to the stand can learn more about OFTEC’s registration options, speak to our technical staff, and discuss the latest...

This is a great opportunity for the liquid fuel sector, currently providing home heating oil for over 700,000 homes in...

Many oil heating technicians valued the opportunity to speak face to face with OFTEC.

The extraordinary public response to the Government’s consultation on alternative low-carbon heating solutions, produced almost 16,000 supportive responses for the...

Insurance is easy to overlook and many underestimate the true worth of equipment accumulated over years.

With fuel theft on the increase, this article explores some simple measures that may improve security and deter would be...

Paul plays a central role in ensuring OFTEC regional inspectors oversee compliance with relevant schemes.

OFTEC calls for recognition of the unique challenges faced by off-grid communities to be turned into formal policy support for...

Industry calls for a wider range of low carbon technologies to ensure households have a choice that suits their circumstances.

There is a very mixed picture across fuel prices but, despite movement upwards, oil remains the cheapest fuel.

The government publishes its Warm Homes plan setting out polices around the transition to low carbon homes.

All the latest updates from the OFTEC Technical team as published in the winter issue of Oil Installer magazine.

The liquid fuel heating industry welcomes the DESNZ consultation that includes consideration of renewable liquid fuels.

OFTEC has challenged the outcome of the recent government consultation on the Clean Heat Market Mechanism suggesting it penalises manufacturers...

Malcolm Farrow is promoted to Director of Marketing and External Affairs at OFTEC as part of the organisation's long term...

A former technician who has experienced inspections, the newest member of the OFTEC inspection team brings a unique perspective that...

It’s been a relatively quiet summer for heat policy developments, but things are about to hot up, writes Malcolm Farrow,...

OFTEC Chairman Neil Sawers calls support for renewable liquid fuels, urging oil technicians and installers to support the Future Ready...

The OFTEC technician committee is expanding to hear more voices. Last year OFTEC relaunched the technician committee, but now they...

Hand-picked for excellence, experience and a desire to give back, the three newly appointed inspectors are a real boost to...

Hands-on-training gives OFTEC staff the opportunity to deepen their understanding of latest burner technology and installation excellence.

The Government in Ireland had proposed to introduce a renewable heating obligation (RHO) in 2026 for the heating sector.

The latest companies who have had their OFTEC registration revoked as OFTEC continues to ensure highest standards are maintained.

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