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Fresh off the line: Windrose delivers first electric semis to Kerry Logistics and Rokin Logistics
Just 34 months since Windrose Technology was founded, the Chinese EV startup has begun mass production of its Windrose R700 electric semi with the first completed trucks rolling off the production line and already in operation with two logistics companies.
INTERVIEW with Voltloader: Pioneering all-electric haulage and collaborative charging networks
Freight Carbon Zero Think Tank: Financing the road to zero – who pays?
High-blend biodiesel driving carbon savings at bulk tipper haulier Alfred Hymas
ZEHID programme under the spotlight at RTX 2024
The ’magic formula’ for decarbonisation
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Daimler Truck’s FUSO delivers 22 electric trucks to Spanish logistics firm
Planway Logística, a logistics provider based in Orense, Spain, has expanded its fleet with 22 all-electric FUSO eCanter trucks, which will now serve in the distribution network of Correos, Spain’s national postal service.
Einride launches Europe’s first daily autonomous freight operations
Swedish technology company Einride has initiated Europe’s first commercial daily autonomous freight operations, partnering with online pharmacy retailer Apotea to transport goods between warehouses in Morgongåva, located approximately 1.5 hours from Stockholm.
Electra launches new 7.5t electric trucks for commercial use
Electra Commercial Vehicles has introduced two new electric truck models in partnership with Speedy, the UK’s leading tools and equipment hire provider. The 7.5-tonne flatbed and box body electric trucks represent a new chassis platform for the company, designed to meet diverse commercial logistics needs.
Grob Group transitions entire fleet to HVO in net zero push
Grob Group, a UK-based conglomerate, has announced a complete switch to Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) across its delivery vehicles, marking a significant step towards its 2030 net zero emissions target.
MJ Church trials skip truck with Electra Commercial Vehicles
Electra Commercial Vehicles is currently conducting a demonstration trial of its 19-tonne skip vehicle with MJ Church, a company already committed to electric vehicle technology through two 27-tonne electric refuse collection vehicles (eRCVs) in its fleet.
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Carbon zero insights
Should zero mean zero?
In this week’s commentary, FCZ’s Andy Salter questions the UK’s truck Decarbonisation strategy, highlighting the challenges of electrification and the need to embrace low-carbon alternatives like HVO and biomethane to make immediate progress.
Rail as a silver bullet? Not so fast
For this week’s commentary, FCZ’s Andy Salter contemplates whether it’s time to revisit the case for rail freight in the race to decarbonise road transport, particularly given the new government’s penchant for rail at the moment.
The hydrogen debate in transport: a reality check
In this week’s commentary, Jamie Sands of Welch’s Transport takes a hard look at hydrogen’s place in the decarbonisation of road transport. Once touted as a rival to battery-electric solutions, hydrogen’s role is now under scrutiny. Sands examines its challenges and limited potential in niche applications.
Now is the time to engage with your local energy networks
At this year’s Motor Transport Decarbonisation Summit, one message came through loud and clear: energy networks are often a major hurdle for logistics companies looking to decarbonise. Energy journalist and commentator Janet Wood, explains why now is a pivotal time to engage with your energy network operator.
Why HVO is the interim decarbonisation solution that the freight industry needs
For this week’s commentary, Ollie Bradshaw, Sustainability Manager at Certas Energy, explores why Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) will play an essential role in the transition to net zero emissions in the freight industry.
Driving down freight emissions Down Under
This week, Brisbane-based consultancy MOV3MENT shares insights on Australia’s push to decarbonise road freight. Director Mark Gjerek explores the progress, challenges, and innovations driving the sector toward zero emissions.
Think Tank focuses on charging challenges
In preparation for next week’s Motor Transport Decarbonisation Summit, we have published the findings from the Freight Carbon Zero Think Tank we organised with Volvo Trucks earlier this year. The event brought together a number of fleet operators, charge point operators and energy industry specialists for a workshop focused on ...
It’s all about the infrastructure stupid…
Dr Andreas Gorbach, a member of the board at Daimler Trucks, recently took to LinkedIn to highlight some areas of agreement amongst the European truck manufacturers.
The power play: Relode’s vision for electrifying the UK's transport network
We were pretty impressed when we interviewed new energy infrastructure firm Relode recently; its ambitious plans to build a nationwide network of gigawatt-scale Power Parks sound like they are going to massively benefit the road transport sector. Laura Hailstone reflects on the detail.
Latest Infrastructure news
Electra supports innovative vehicle-to-grid charging project
Electra has participated in the UK’s first megawatt Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) charger project, developed in partnership with Islington Council and supported by government funding from the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero and Innovate UK.
Traton Charging Solutions marks first year with key partnership and network growth
Traton Charging Solutions, a division of the Traton Group, has completed its first year of operations, expanding its charging infrastructure for commercial vehicles across Europe and establishing a strategic partnership with Hubject.
Milence expands electric charging network with new Spanish hub
Milence, the joint venture between Daimler Truck, the TRATON GROUP, and Volvo Group, has announced plans to develop its first charging hub in Spain, located in the Zaragoza Logistics Platform (PlaZa).
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Sponsored: Optimize serves up the efficiency savings at Wimbledon
Leading fleet optimisation specialist Optimize has partnered with one of the world’s leading sports transportation specialists to deliver the All-England Lawn Tennis Club a clean and efficient transport solution for this year’s Wimbledon Championships, set to commence at the beginning of July.
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