All Projects & Development articles
Discover the latest news and updates on projects and developments in the world of sustainable freight and carbon emissions reduction. In this dedicated section, we bring you insightful articles covering a wide range of initiatives, innovations, and advancements that are shaping the future of the industry.
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ArticleDP World removes over six million road miles in major rail shift initiative
DP World has announced that its Modal Shift Programme at Southampton has eliminated 64,300 truck journeys from UK roads in its first year, significantly advancing sustainable freight transport.
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ArticleUK ZEN Freight initiative back on track after project reset with Dynamon at the helm
The Zero Emission National (ZEN) Freight consortium, part of the UK government’s ZEHID (Zero Emission HGV and Infrastructure Demonstrator) Programme, is “advancing at pace” following a reset, with plans to trial 62 battery-electric and 16 hydrogen-powered trucks across Britain’s leading logistics firms by 2026.
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ArticleAustralia commits $100 million to electrify heavy vehicles in Driving the Nation programme
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced substantial funding to support the transition of heavy vehicles to electric power.
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ArticleDHL launches video series on electrification and sustainability trends in logistics
DHL has launched a new video series focused on critical industry topics such as electrification, connectivity, and sustainability. The series, set to release in phases over the coming months, features expert analysis from major players in automotive and logistics, including Mercedes-Benz, Porsche Consulting, CATL, and Volvo Trucks.
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ArticleAffordable electric truck programme opens door for small fleet electrification around ports in the US
A US not-for-profit clean energy solutions coalition called Climate United has introduced a programme aimed at offering affordable leasing options for electric trucks to small fleets and independent operators, with the goal of reducing costs and air pollution in communities around major ports. Starting at the Ports of Long Beach ...
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ArticleElectric Freightway milestone report charts major progress in electrification of UK road transport sector
Hitachi ZeroCarbon and Gridserve have released the second report from the Electric Freightway Project, detailing the ongoing progress of the initiative aimed at electrifying HGVs to support the UK’s net zero targets. The project, funded by the Department for Transport and developed with Innovate UK, seeks to demonstrate the feasibility ...
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ArticleBos Logistics introduces electric truck for Air France KLM cargo operations
Netherlands operator Bos Logistics and Air France KLM Martinair Cargo have launched their first all-electric truck service, marking a new phase in their environmental initiatives. The Volvo FH Electric truck will handle consolidated cargo delivery between Air France KLM Martinair Cargo and various air cargo agents.
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ArticleWincanton and TUAL partner in £14m government-backed electric lorry initiative
Logistics giant Wincanton has joined forces with Glasgow-based electric vehicle charging company TUAL in a government-backed project to trial new powerbank technology for electric HGVs.
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ArticleRenault’s E-Tech T makes UK debut: eFREIGHT 2030 and Welch’s Transport lead the charge
A 42-tonne electric heavy goods vehicle (eHGV) has been delivered to Welch’s Transport in Cambridgeshire, marking the first deployment in the UK government’s Zero Emission HGV and Infrastructure Demonstrator (ZEHID) Programme. The vehicle, a Renault Trucks E-Tech T 4x2, will operate from Welch’s Transport’s Duxford site for regional distribution and ...
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ArticleNikola reveals record quarter with sales of 88 hydrogen-powered trucks in Q3
Nikola Corporation has announced record sales of its hydrogen-powered Class 8 trucks for the third quarter of 2024 to customers in North America.
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ArticleBradford's low carbon hydrogen initiative set to produce hydrogen by 2027
Bradford City Hall hosted a gathering of industry representatives, local government officials, stakeholders, and climate experts to discuss the city’s hydrogen production project and its potential role in the region’s low-carbon initiatives.
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ArticleZF’s electric muscle to drive Ford’s next-gen trucks
ZF’s Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CVS) division has underlined its status as Europe’s leading producer of electric drives after securing a long-term supplier agreement with Ford Trucks for its upcoming line of electrified trucks.
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ArticleAustralian Renewable Energy Agency supports electric truck charging project in Sydney
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced $8.5 million in funding for Zenobē, a fleet electrification specialist, to develop a battery electric vehicle (BEV) truck charging hub in Sydney. The project aims to integrate BEVs into grocery delivery services.
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ArticleDaimler Truck Financial services unveils all-in-one packages for electric fleet adoption
Daimler Truck Financial Services (DTFS) has announced plans to expand its offerings beyond traditional financial services to include a range of solutions for zero-emission vehicles.
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ArticleE.ON holds first ‘eTruckathon’ ahead of IAA Hannover involving 12 electric trucks driving 300km
E.ON has held what it claims is the first ‘eTruckathon’ involving 12 electric trucks, 12 teams, and 300 km of driving ahead of the forthcoming IAA Transportation show in Hannover, Germany later this month.
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ArticleJohn Lewis Partnership scoops low carbon trophy at the Motor Transport Awards
John Lewis Partnership, the owner of UK retail brands John Lewis and Waitrose, has won the Low Carbon Award at this year’s Motor Transport Awards, marking the company’s third win in this category, following previous victories in 2017 and 2020.
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ArticleTUAL introduces swappable PowerBank to extend range of electric HGVs
TUAL, a company specialising in electric commercial vehicle charging solutions, has announced a new ’swappable power bank’ product aimed at addressing range limitations for electric HGVs.
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ArticleHyzon, New Way, and Recology join US Department of Energy at Clean Energy event showcasing North America’s first hydrogen refuse truck
Hyzon Motors, a US-based hydrogen fuel cell technology manufacturer, together with New Way Trucks, a leading refuse truck body manufacturer, and Recology, a company known for sustainable waste management, presented North America’s first hydrogen fuel cell electric refuse truck. The vehicle was displayed to key figures, including US Department of ...
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ArticleNikola Corporation appoints new Chief Commercial Officer
Zero emission vehicle manufacturer and energy solutions provider Nikola Corporation, has announced the appointment of Thomas “Tom” Schmitt as its new Chief Commercial Officer (CCO).