Duckhams has launched a new website to enhance its online presence, featuring tools like an improved Oil Selector and a Where to Buy function to help customers find the right oil and local stockists. The site also includes an AI advisor named Alex to assist with queries about Duckhams products. This digital investment aims to modernise the brand's engagement with customers while highlighting its long-standing history.
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Home-Start Wessex, a charity supporting families in crisis in Dorset, was honoured with a Team of the Year certificate at the Volunteer Centre Dorset Celebration Evening. The award recognises the dedication of their Family Support Volunteers, who provide crucial emotional and practical support to vulnerable families. This recognition highlights the significant impact these volunteers have on the community, having supported thousands of families and children since the charity's inception.
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Duckhams Oils partnered with the Sim To Reality motorsports challenge to raise over £20,000 for The David Riddell Memorial, a charity focused on mental health and suicide prevention. The funds, collected through competition entry fees and donations, will support training for organisations to better address mental health issues in the workplace. The event culminated in a karting final, with winner Will Foulkes earning a spot in the Mini Trophy Championship, highlighting the initiative's success i
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The Verification of Lubricant Specifications (VLS) has appointed Nigel Bottom as its new Chairman, succeeding Darren Frogson. Nigel Bottom, who is the Group Managing Director of the Witham Group and has extensive experience in the UK lubricants industry, aims to promote a fair market and uphold compliance standards. This leadership change is significant for maintaining trust and standards in the lubricant industry.
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Holt Recruitment Group in Bournemouth completed a 100-mile endurance challenge, raising over £7,000 for the charity Home-Start Wessex, which supports families in crisis in Dorset. The event involved teams navigating from undisclosed locations to a finish point, testing their teamwork and resilience. The funds will help Home-Start Wessex continue its work amid rising demand due to cost-of-living pressures.
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Polyhose (UK) Ltd has appointed Nathan Bingham as its new Financial Director, succeeding his mother, Sarah Bingham, who will move to an advisory role. Nathan, an ACA Chartered Accountant with experience in both accounting practice and industry, is the third generation of the Bingham family to join the business. This appointment continues the family legacy in the company, which supplies various hoses and fluid connectors across the UK.
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Home-Start Wessex supported over 1,000 children and nearly 2,000 individuals this year, marking a record achievement for the charity. The organisation, which helps families facing challenges such as mental health issues and domestic abuse, expanded its services by opening a new Family Charity Shop and Community Hub in Christchurch and extending support to military families. This growth, supported by volunteers and funding, aims to improve family well-being and child development in Dorset.
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Volunteers in Dorset participated in the Dorset Plane Pull challenge over the August Bank Holiday, raising £6,900 for Home-Start Wessex, a charity supporting local families in crisis. The event involved teams pulling a Boeing 737 to raise funds, with three teams representing Home-Start Wessex. This effort supports the charity's work providing practical and emotional support to families with young children in Dorset.
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Polyhose UK has expressed gratitude to Managing Director Marc Whibley for his 30 years of service, during which he played a key role in the company's growth and success. Marc joined the company in 1996 and progressed through various roles, ultimately becoming instrumental in Polyhose's acquisition of Exitflex. As he steps down, Marc will continue to support the company in an advisory capacity.
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E-Training World has launched an online driver training module to help prevent falls around heavy goods vehicles (HGVs). The module educates drivers on recognising fall risks, safe vehicle entry and exit, and the importance of proper footwear and maintaining three points of contact. This initiative aims to reduce injuries in the transport sector by promoting safety awareness and procedures.
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Driving Schools Online, a new platform from E-Training World, has launched to help driving instructors increase their income and improve student learning by offering online training modules alongside traditional lessons. The platform provides a library of video-based modules covering all skills needed to pass the driving test, allowing instructors to enhance their teaching and offer flexible, digital learning options. This initiative aims to help instructors differentiate their services and adap
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E-Training World has introduced a new training module to educate drivers on the use of tachographs and compliance with Driver Hours regulations. This training is crucial for HGV and van drivers, especially with upcoming EU regulation changes requiring tachographs in lighter commercial vehicles used for international transport. The module aims to enhance safety and compliance by helping drivers understand and adhere to driving time and rest period rules.
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Bridge Health & Wellbeing in Christchurch, Dorset, organised a Beach Pilates and Sea Dip event, raising over £350 for Chill Dorset, a charity offering sea swimming therapy for adults with mental or physical health conditions. The event, held on Avon Beach, featured a free Pilates class followed by a sea dip, with all donations supporting Chill Dorset's therapeutic programmes. This initiative highlights community support for local charities making a positive impact on health and wellbeing.
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Duckhams Oils, a British lubricant brand, has expanded its retail presence by launching its products in nearly 500 Tesco stores across the UK. This move is part of a broader strategy to increase its market reach, supported by new partnerships with retailers like Screwfix and online platforms such as eBay and Amazon. The expansion aims to capitalise on Duckhams' strong brand recognition and heritage in the automotive industry.
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Bridge Health & Wellbeing in Christchurch, Dorset, hosted a free wellness evening for volunteers from the local charity Chill Dorset to thank them for their community support. Chill Dorset provides sea swimming courses as therapy for adults with long-term health conditions. The event highlighted the ongoing partnership between the two organisations, which includes fundraising efforts to support Chill Dorset's initiatives.
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E-Training World has introduced an online driver training module to help employees understand their responsibilities when returning to driving after sick leave. This initiative aims to ensure that drivers only resume work when it is safe, addressing concerns about ill-health contributing to economic inactivity and potential legal issues. Employers are encouraged to implement this training to protect both employees and other road users.
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Home-Start Wessex has launched a campaign to support local parents in Dorset facing challenges such as mental health issues, grief, and domestic abuse. The charity is asking local employers to display posters to raise awareness and funds for their work, which includes providing emotional and practical support to families in crisis. The initiative aims to help parents and improve the wellbeing of their children, particularly during the critical early years.
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Home-Start Wessex is seeking volunteers to join a team to pull a Boeing 737 at the Dorset Plane Pull event to raise funds for its support services for families in crisis in Dorset. The event, hosted by European Skybus Ltd at Bournemouth Airport, aims to generate money to help the charity continue its work providing practical and emotional support to families with young children. The charity highlights the increasing demand for its services due to rising family crises and homelessness.
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Mike Bewsey is stepping down as CEO of Duckhams after leading the company through a significant global transformation. Under his leadership, Duckhams expanded its market presence across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, and increased its UK retail footprint through partnerships with major retailers. Bewsey will continue to support the company as a Non-Executive Director.
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E-Training World has introduced an online training module for HGV drivers to address the dangers of overhead cables, which can pose serious risks when high-sided vehicles come into contact with them. The module offers practical guidance on recognising these risks and responding appropriately if contact occurs. This training is crucial for preventing accidents and ensuring the safety of drivers and others.
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Duckhams has partnered with West Surrey Racing (WSR) as their Official Oil Partner for the 2026 British Touring Car Championship season. Duckhams' high-performance lubricants will be used in WSR's BMW 330i M Sport cars, highlighting the brand's long-standing involvement in British motorsport. This partnership is significant as it brings together two established names in the racing industry, aiming for success in a globally broadcast championship.
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Home-Start Wessex has been shortlisted for the Patron’s Award for Charity Organisations in the BQF UK Excellence Awards 2026, recognising its work supporting families in crisis in Dorset. The charity has helped 526 families over the past year through practical and emotional support, and its team has expanded to include over 100 volunteers and more than 25 staff members. The winners will be announced at an awards ceremony on 8th October at Wembley Stadium.
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E-Training World has launched a new online training module focused on safe manual handling for drivers, addressing a significant cause of work-related musculoskeletal disorders. This module aims to educate drivers on proper lifting techniques and safe loading and unloading practices to prevent injuries and manage risks. This initiative is important for employers to comply with regulations and ensure the safety of their employees who handle heavy loads.
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Home-Start Wessex won the Best Place to Work award at the Wimborne Business Awards 2026, recognising their outstanding workplace environment. The charity supports families in Dorset facing various challenges, such as mental health issues and financial hardship, by providing practical and emotional assistance. This award highlights the positive impact of their work culture on both staff and the local community.
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E-Training World has launched an online driver training module aimed at improving safety for lone workers, particularly those who drive long distances. This module educates workers on self-care and safety measures, such as regular check-ins and using safety devices, to mitigate risks associated with driving alone. The initiative helps employers fulfil their duty to protect lone workers and manage organisational risks effectively.
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Home-Start Wessex has been shortlisted for the Best Place To Work award in the Wimborne Business Awards 2026, recognising its efforts in creating an outstanding workplace. The charity provides support to families in Dorset with young children facing various challenges, and has positively impacted 1,716 lives over the past year. Winning the award would acknowledge the hard work of its staff and volunteers, and the charity is seeking more volunteers to continue its support for local families.
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Duckhams Oils has become the top-selling lubricant brand at EG On The Move forecourts, surpassing competitors like Castrol and Comma in both sales volume and value. The brand's success is attributed to its strong heritage, effective point-of-sale materials, and a user-friendly QR code system that helps customers select the right product for their vehicles. This achievement highlights Duckhams' ability to meet diverse consumer needs and strengthen its market presence.
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Families charity Home-Start Wessex is delighted to welcome Harkwell® as the latest official supporter of its 30 for 30 campaign. To celebrate 30 years of supporting local families, Home-Start Wessex has launched a search for 30 businesses to support 30 local families. By pledging to donate £960, each company can support a struggling family and make a positive, significant difference in a child’s life. £960 is the amount it costs the charity to help a family for 6 months to get back on their feet
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Advances in vehicle technology are helping drivers become safer on the roads, thanks to features such as collision warning systems, lane departure alerts, and automatic emergency braking. However, many drivers are unclear about how all the technology works, and an increasing reliance on automated systems is making some complacent. E-Training World’s brand-new Driver Assistance Technologies training module educates drivers on the different forms of vehicle technology, how they work and how they c
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Home-Start Wessex is delighted to have won two awards at the Dorchester Business Awards 2026. Organised by Marketing West, the Dorchester Business Awards recognise and reward local businesses and organisations that have made a significant contribution to the local area. The charity collected the Community Support Award and Best Place to Work Award at a special ceremony attended by over 80 local business representatives. Home-Start Wessex offers friendship, practical support, and emotional advice
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Families charity Home-Start Wessex is delighted to announce the opening of its first-ever family charity shop and family support hub in Christchurch, Dorset. Work began last year to transform empty retail units in Christchurch, Dorset, redesigning and refitting the space to create a retail shop and a reading corner for families. Shelves and racks are now full of clothing, toys, and equipment for children and their parents. Shop staff will be able to signpost families to the support the charity o
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Duckhams Oils are now available on leading automotive marketplaces eBay and Autodoc, thanks to a new partnership with D2P Autoparts, giving workshops even more choice when purchasing Duckhams Oils. D2P Autoparts is the UK’s premier online retailer of OEM-quality aftermarket car parts. A range of Duckhams Oils high-quality engine oils for passenger vehicles is available in 1L and 5L packs, including the iconic Classic Q products. Commenting on the launch, Dipam Patel, Chief Executive Officer at D
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