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Brian Richesson is the editor in chief of LP Gas Magazine. Contact him at brichesson@northcoastmedia.net or 216-706-3748.

Posts by Brian Richesson

Energy Distribution Partners acquires Washington state propane marketer
 Posted on 04 May 2018 in the News categories.

This latest acquisition expands the company’s footprint into the Pacific Northwest. Read more»

ThompsonGas CEO to retire; succession plan formed Posted on 30 Apr 2018 in the News categories.

George Koloroutis and the ThompsonGas board of directors are working to ensure a smooth and seamless transition, says the company, which intends to open a national search for a suitable successor. Read more»

Putting positive feedback to good use Posted on 23 Apr 2018 in the Current Issue & Featured categories.

Soon after our redesign launched last month, we received a number of nice comments from readers, who noticed everything from our new logo to the new sections. Read more»

LP Gas, PERC partner on first Rising Leaders roundtable Posted on 19 Apr 2018 in the News categories.

The Propane Education & Research Council fueled a discussion with LP Gas Rising Leaders about propane industry issues and resources available to help propane retailers. Read more»

Propane’s role in forklift market discussed at PERC meeting Posted on 19 Apr 2018 in the News categories.

The head of the nation’s forklift association reported on his industry’s record growth and suggested ways for the propane industry to regain lost market share in a traditionally strong demand area. Read more»

S2G Propane Bobtail Forum focuses on service support Posted on 19 Apr 2018 in the News categories.

At the event, project leaders sought input from industry members about their experiences with the S2G propane-fueled chassis. Read more»

A Propane Personality: NPGA’s Rick Roldan Posted on 11 Apr 2018 in the Current Issue & Featured categories.

LP Gas magazine interviews National Propane Gas Association President and CEO Rick Roldan about his career in the propane industry. Read more»

NPGA, IHS Markit report critical inventory levels in February Posted on 06 Apr 2018 in the News categories.

Prices at Mont Belvieu reacted to the fall by increasing from 73 cents per gallon to more than $1 per gallon. Read more»

NPGA, congressman discuss Jones Act Posted on 05 Apr 2018 in the News categories.

While U.S. Rep. John Faso, R-New York, supports amending the Jones Act, easing or repealing the rules could be difficult due to bipartisan support and maritime interests. Read more»

Mariner East 1 operations temporarily suspended Posted on 04 Apr 2018 in the News categories.

The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission authorized an emergency order to temporarily suspend pipeline activity after sinkholes developed near the pipeline in southeastern Pennsylvania. Read more»