All articles by Lizzy Hughes – Page 12
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Air Products plans hydrogen refueling stations linking Edmonton and Calgary in Alberta, Canada
Air Products has announced its intention to construct a network of permanent, commercial-scale multi-modal hydrogen refueling stations connecting Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta, Canada. This initiative aligns with Canada’s climate and energy goals, as well as the 5,000 Hydrogen Vehicle Challenge.
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Europa and DPD Netherlands partner to introduce HVO-100 fuel for sustainable transport operations
Europa Road and DPD Netherlands have forged a partnership aimed at enhancing the environmental sustainability of their operations. The collaboration involves the adoption of HVO-100 fuel (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil) in place of diesel for new routes operated by Europa Road for DPD Netherlands.
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Rhenus Group announces trials of electric and biogas trucks
Rhenus Group has initiated trials to evaluate the feasibility of alternative fuels in regions and traffic segments suitable for these new mobility models. This initiative marks a significant step in Rhenus’ ongoing commitment to sustainability and the decarbonisation of its vehicle fleet.
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Mercedes-Benz Trucks launches eActros 600 on extensive European testing tour
Mercedes-Benz Trucks is embarking on its most comprehensive test run yet, set to take place this summer, featuring its electric flagship, the eActros 600. The initiative will see two nearly production-ready prototypes of the battery-electric long-haul truck traverse more than 20 European countries, covering over 13,000km each with a total ...
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Porsche advances green logistics with electric and synthetic fuel-powered fleet
Porsche is intensifying its efforts to integrate alternative drives into its transport logistics operations. Collaborating with logistics partners, the renowned sports car manufacturer has introduced six new battery electric trucks at its Zuffenhausen, Weissach, and Leipzig sites in Germany.
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Centre for Sustainable Road Freight launches Project JOLT for electric HGV trials
John Lewis Partnership along with Volvo Trucks UK and Ireland and Flexible Power Systems have confirmed their participation in in Project JOLT (Joint Operator Logistics Trial), a collaborative initiative aimed at exploring the viability of electric heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) across various sectors in the UK.
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Electra partners with Fluid Transfer Europe for sustainable airport operations
Electra Commercial Vehicles has recently announced a strategic partnership with Fluid Transfer Europe, a prominent French aircraft refueling solutions provider. The collaboration aims to introduce Electra’s range of electric trucks across French airport operations, with plans for broader expansion across Europe.
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Siemens Prototype megawatt charging system successfully delivers 1MW charge in milestone test
Siemens has successfully completed prototype testing of its Megawatt Charging System (MCS) successfully delivering a 1MW charge during testing.
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INEOS Inovyn collaborates with Daimler to trial Europe’s first heavy-duty liquid hydrogen truck
INEOS Inovyn is collaborating with Daimler to conduct trials of Europe’s first heavy-duty liquid hydrogen truck. Powered by liquid hydrogen, this vehicle boasts a range of over 1000km and maintains the same payload capacity as conventional diesel trucks.
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Air products secures funding to build two hydrogen refueling stations in North Rhine-Westphalia
Air Products, a leading industrial gases company, has secured funding from the Ministry of Economic Affairs, Industry, Climate Protection, and Energy of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) in Germany to construct two large-scale hydrogen refueling stations (HRS) in Duisburg and Meckenheim. These stations will serve as vital components in ...
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Mack Trucks implements hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) to enhance sustainability in vehicle transportation
Mack Trucks has implemented the use of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) as fuel to transport completed Class 8 vehicles off its production line at Lehigh Valley Operations (LVO) in Macungie, Pennsylvania. This decision aligns with Mack’s commitment to sustainability and reducing dependence on fossil fuels.
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Advancing efficiency and sustainability: The SCALE Project’s impact on automated supply chains
The logistics industry is currently undergoing transformations driven by digitalisation, electrification, and automation. These changes offer promising solutions to numerous challenges faced by the sector. To fully leverage these advancements, it’s crucial to integrate all subsystems effectively. The SCALE project is a new initiative focused on achieving this integration.
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Webfleet introduces EV transition tool to streamline fleet electrification
Webfleet, a fleet management solution by Bridgestone, has unveiled its new EV Transition Tool aimed at aiding businesses in adopting electric vehicles (EVs) or expanding their existing EV fleets. This tool, developed as part of the EV Services Platform, intends to streamline the transition process, facilitating sustainability goals and operational ...
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Milence expands operations to France with new charging hub near Rouen
Milence has announced the expansion of its operations into the French market with the completion of the first phase of its charging hub in Heudebouville, located 40km south of Rouen. Scheduled for completion by the end of the year, the second phase will include additional charging bays and amenities.
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Maritime Transport places 18-truck order for zero-emission vehicles
Maritime Transport has made a move towards sustainability by placing a substantial order for 18 battery-electric, 42-tonne tractor units. This purchase marks the initial phase of acquiring a total of 48 battery-electric and hydrogen fuel cell trucks to be deployed across its network. The initiative is part of the ZEHID ...
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Truck operators urged to respond to renewable fuels market study
The Department for Transport (DfT) in collaboration with industry stakeholders, has launched a research programme to address existing market barriers impeding the wider adoption of higher blend biofuels, such as B20 and HVO, in truck fleets.
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Sligro Food Group pioneers sustainable logistics in Amsterdam
Sligro Food Group aims to replace diesel trucks with battery electric vehicles, starting with an investment in 26 electric trucks, with plans for 25 more.
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Mercedes-Benz launches customer testing programme for eActros 600
Mercedes-Benz Trucks has started customer testing of its first battery-electric eActros 600 trucks, with Contargo and Remondis being the initial participants. Contargo, a container logistics company, will use the e-truck for transporting containers between Wörth am Rhein port and various destinations, aiming for over 800 kilometers per day. Remondis, a ...
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Powered access sector gets first Volvo FM Electric trucks
As orginally reported by our sister publication Commercial Motor, Nationwide Platforms has added two new Volvo FM Electric 4x2 tractor units to its fleet of 170 vehicles. The trucks are thought to be the first in the UK that will be used in the powered access sector. Based across the ...
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HVS starts prototype manufacturing at Silverstone facility
HVS (Hydrogen Vehicle Systems) has started prototype truck manufacturing at a specialised facility located in Silverstone, Northamptonshire - another important step in the company’s ambitious plan to bring a UK-built hydrogen fuel cell truck into series production.