The Heffron Blog
Posted on Thursday, October 15, 2026 at 2:10 PM
The U.S. has a near-record amount of propane supply in storage heading into the winter season, both in terms of total propane inventories and “ready for sale” propane.
Posted on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 2:46 PM
The subtle transition of weather from summer to fall has begun. But there’s been nothing subtle about the transition to...
Posted on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 2:56 PM
Here’s the back story of why our propane industry is living “the sweet life.”
Lack of Refining Capacity
Global refinery crude thruput...
Posted on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 1:15 PM
It’s unusual to mention refinery crack spreads and propane supply in the same sentence, but the correlation is interesting.
What is...
Posted on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 3:53 PM
As the nation prepares to celebrate its milestone 250th birthday, discover how the everyday contributions of the propane industry support our community.
Posted on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 11:06 AM
With geopolitical tension driving mixed market signals, global oil supplies remain critically tight.
Posted on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 10:21 AM
Propane contract renewal season has arrived, marking a critical window to establish a reliable supply strategy for the year ahead.
Posted on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 1:12 PM
Propane stays cheap despite rising crude, thanks to record supply. With high terminal use and shifting exports, the "low-price honeymoon" continues.
Posted on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 8:09 AM
Temperatures are easing now, but there are still supply disruptions, and the winter of 2025/2026 has been one of the coldest winters ever for the eastern half of the country.
Posted on Monday, January 12, 2026 at 9:13 AM
Record-high inventories and legislative wins are creating a "perfect storm" of opportunity for propane resellers in 2026. Here are four reasons why this year is set for smooth sailing.
About the Author
With over 35 years' experience and a key leader in evolving the Northeast wholesale propane supply infrastructure to include high-volume rail transfer facilities, Stephen Heffron knows what it takes to deliver on his promises.
With an extensive background in pipeline, marine, and rail supply logistics, we offer our customers multiple reliable propane sources – a core component of Ray Energy's strategic supply system.
From supply point to final delivery, everyone at Ray Energy is dedicated to providing you with exceptional service.
