There is a very mixed picture across fuel prices but, despite movement upwards, oil remains the cheapest fuel.
4 March 2026
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.
New survey finds that low-carbon heating is becoming central to how heating engineers make a living.
For self-employed technicians and small businesses, private healthcare can be particularly valuable, helping to reduce...
Margaret Major, Managing Editor of Oil Installer, joined a delegation of villagers from Kehelland, Cornwall...
Oil installers and technicians must respond to ensure customers' needs are not overlooked.
Responding to feedback, the registration portal on the OFTEC website has been updated to enable...
The Warm Homes Plan has been delayed – but will renewable liquid heating fuels be...
OFTEC is currently looking for talented and conscientious ex-heating professionals to join its network of...
The revised and newly-published Warm Homes Plan indicates large-scale support for electrification but leaves unanswered questions around rural, off-grid, oil-fuelled...
Over 3,000 oil heated households, technicians and fuel distributors have already responded to the government heating consultation.
Oil installers and technicians must respond to ensure customers' needs are not overlooked.
Responding to feedback, the registration portal on the OFTEC website has been updated to enable you to see all the...
The Warm Homes Plan has been delayed – but will renewable liquid heating fuels be included?
OFTEC is currently looking for talented and conscientious ex-heating professionals to join its network of self-employed regional inspectors.
A new and expanded role for Malcolm Farrow will allow him to build on the success he has already achieved...
With heightening demand for manufacturers to support net-zero ambitions, Greg Banham, Commercial Director for Navien UK, explores how the leading...
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...
The funding will deliver skills training in retrofit, insulation and solar PV to upskill transitioning installers and accelerate progress towards...
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...
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.
Consultation provokes unprecedented response calling for support for renewable liquid heating fuels.
For self-employed technicians and small businesses, private healthcare can be particularly valuable, helping to reduce the impact of illness or...
Margaret Major, Managing Editor of Oil Installer, joined a delegation of villagers from Kehelland, Cornwall who took their message of...
Sally Buist joins the OFTEC team bringing expertise and insight that will be a valuable asset as OFTEC continues to...
New guidance published by OFTEC includes funding for training and upskilling, alongside schemes that enable installers to undertake funded work...
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.
Over 3,000 oil heated households, technicians and fuel distributors have already responded to the government heating consultation.
Oil installers and technicians must respond to ensure customers' needs are not overlooked.
Responding to feedback, the registration portal on the OFTEC website has been updated to enable you to see all the...
The Warm Homes Plan has been delayed – but will renewable liquid heating fuels be included?
OFTEC is currently looking for talented and conscientious ex-heating professionals to join its network of self-employed regional inspectors.
A new and expanded role for Malcolm Farrow will allow him to build on the success he has already achieved...
With heightening demand for manufacturers to support net-zero ambitions, Greg Banham, Commercial Director for Navien UK, explores how the leading...
The last twelve months have seen significant changes in the fuel supply industry. UKIFDA’s CEO, Ken Cronin, provides an update...
Warm Homes Plan delayed – but will renewable liquid heating fuels be included?
A full report of the excellent outcomes from discussions held at the recent OFTEC Technicians Forum.
Extending registration not only enhances professional credibility but also aligns technicians with the long-term needs of the market.
A full industry report from David Blevings for OFTEC Ireland, on progress being made in carbon reduction in Ireland and...
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