Blue Flame Blog

In the Know: Manage the tank shortage

December 23, 2021 - By

With tank costs increasing, Cooper Wilburn of Propane Resources suggests ways propane retailers can reduce the need for cash to purchase new or used tanks. read more

Propane exports drop: What to expect next

December 21, 2021 - By

For the week ending Dec. 10, U.S. propane exports dropped to 847,000 barrels per day (bpd) – 509,000 bpd less than the same week last year. read more

Customer contact: Shift from snail mail to digital communication

December 16, 2021 - By

Christopher Caywood explains how his company has shifted to digital communications and why it makes sense from demographic and cost standpoints. read more

LPG Week panelists ponder present, future issues

December 14, 2021 - By

The LPG industry’s supply leaders and market insiders looked at propane supply and demand dynamics in 2021 during LPG Week in Dubai. read more

Steps to navigate the 2021-22 winter

December 9, 2021 - By

Despite higher prices, lower-than-normal inventories and continued LPG exports to Europe and Asia, there doesn’t appear to be a concern about an overall propane shortage this winter. read more

The story of winter so far: No winter

December 7, 2021 - By

In this week's Trader’s Corner, Mark Rachal, with Cost Management Solutions, shares a heating season update for propane marketers. read more

Omicron variant resets oil and gas markets

December 2, 2021 - By

In this week's Trader’s Corner, Mark Rachal, with Cost Management Solutions, discusses how the Omicron variant of COVID-19 has impacted propane prices. read more

Tank issues will test marketers this winter

December 2, 2021 - By

Today’s challenges with tank supply and price increases reinforce the timeless sound practices followed by the strong propane marketer. read more

Securing DOT security plans

November 24, 2021 - By

Having a written security plan for your propane company is crucial to meeting important Department of Transportation requirements. read more

Major propane price correction continues

November 23, 2021 - By

Propane markets are in the midst of a major price correction of around 25 percent and counting, which is very significant. read more