D1 Oils founder mulling bid to take over company

In England, D1 Oils founder and former chairman Karl Watkin said he may make a bid for the entire company, and is evaluating strategic options following his resignation from the board last month. Watkins resigned after the company announced a downsizing due to adverse market conditions stemming from US competition.

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