CPA Bulletin

www.cpa.uk.net CPA Bulletin > November 2021 29 MHMMachinery Ready for HVOFuel The MHM Group have confirmed that all the company’s diesel powered machinery, principally generators and lighting towers, are now fully compatible with HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil) fuel. HVO fuel is a renewable diesel alternative based on vegetable oils, grease and similar residue. Using HVO fuel is said to reduce CO2 emissions by up to 90% when likened with fossil-fuel diesel. Every 1,000 litres of diesel burned is said to produce 3.6 tonnes of greenhouse gas CO2, compared to just 195kg GHG CO2 for every 1,000 litres of HVO burned. HVO fuel can be safely stored for up to 10 years, whereas regular diesel, even under ideal conditions, can only be stored between six and 12 months. Therefore, using HVO can reduce the possibility of fuel contamination, breakdowns and fuel testing. MHM have placed just one stipulation on the use of HVO fuel. All HVO fuel used in MHM equipment must adhere to BS EN 15940:2016. If a re-hirer or purchaser of an MHM generator or lighting tower uses a lower grade fuel this could have a negative impact on the engine’s warranty. MHM Group Managing Director Mat Llewellyn said, “We are moving forward with plans to ensure that our rehire fleet becomes entirely emission-free. Using HVO is significant a part of this process, however we are continuing to invest heavily in other renewables such as solar and battery hybrid machines.” NEWS FROMCPA MEMBERS: 2 The ACE national intelligence hub team will work closely with the industry, developing positive working relationships to support and promote schemes such as CESAR to prevent theft and maximise the recovery of stolen equipment. Detective Inspector Ernie Locke, Opal National Intelligence Unit, Serious and Organised Acquisitive Crime commented on the new ACE unit: “ACE sits under the Opal umbrella and benefits from a dedicated intelligence team which includes Analyst Luke Rawlings, who is a massive asset, with support from Superintendent Andy Huddleston, PSCO Pete Johnson, who has a vast knowledge of rural crime and the latest recruit who will be joining the team in the near future, Intelligence Officer Scott Jeffreys. “By working smarter and in partnership with law enforcement agencies, government agencies, business and industry also, academia it will deliver a whole system approach in tackling agriculture and construction equipment theft. It is anticipated that ACE team will continue to grow as their contribution is recognised in this area of criminality. “Our role has many facets including problem-solving skills, delivering the four Ps strategy of prepare, prevent, protect and pursue, identifying emerging threats and intelligence on a regional, national and international level. By working collaboratively, sharing best practice and the timely sharing of information, the ACE unit will help reduce agricultural and construction equipment theft. It’s a very exciting time for the team and I would like to thank all the ‘donors’ that made establishing this new unit possible.” Deputy Chief Constable Amanda Blakeman, NPCC lead for Serious Organised Acquisitive Crime said: “This is a really positive move to improve the response of UK policing in tackling the organised theft of plant and agricultural equipment. The investment will help develop a detailed intelligence picture which will support forces in reducing criminality in this area.” The unit is funded jointly with donations from the Construction Equipment Association (CEA) the Agricultural Engineers Association (AEA) and a group of insurance companies, including Allianz, Aviva, Axa, HSB Engineering Insurance, NFU Mutual and QBE, with a specific interest in the construction plant and agricultural sectors. Opal Ace can be contacted at opal@westmercia.pnn.police.uk