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“So unlike having to convert, you know, all the cars' or all the lorries' petrol stations, once you've actually got the clean fuels, it's relatively easy to, you know, get it to the airplanes.”

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Richard Branson

Richard Branson is a British businessman and entrepreneur, the founder of the Virgin Group. Since his birth on July 18, 1950, he has had a profound impact on the global business community with his unique business philosophy and innovative spirit. more

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