All Projects & Development articles – Page 3
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ArticleGoodyear launches 2024 sustainable reality survey to explore transportation industry’s sustainability practices
Goodyear is calling on fleet operators to participate in its Sustainable Reality Survey, to investigate sustainability practices within the European transportation industry.
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ArticleNew government must work quickly on ‘net-zero road map’, say transport bodies
As orginally reported by our sister publication Motor Transport, A “net-zero road map” should be the top priority for any newly-elected government, the RHA and Logistics UK have claimed, amid fears that the phase-out date for diesel HGVs is unworkable.
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ArticleKempower inaugurates new EV charger manufacturing facility in Durham, North Carolina
Kempower has officially opened its new EV charger manufacturing facility in North Carolina. This plant aims to serve electric vehicle drivers and fleet owners in the United States and Canada.
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ArticleIveco and Foton announce collaboration on vehicle technology and market development
Iveco and Foton, a leading commercial vehicle manufacturer in China, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore potential collaboration in electric vehicles and components, as well as joint business opportunities in Europe and South America.
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ArticleZEN Freight project re-groups after bp withdraws from DfT-funded ZEHID trials
The Zero Emission Northern (ZEN) Freight consortium, one of the four winning bidders for the Zero Emission HGV and Infrastructure Demonstrator (ZEHID) programme funding has been forced to reset its plans after oil giant bp withdrew as the consortium lead.
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ArticleFreight Carbon Zero Trailblazer Interview: Ian Dennis Zenobe part 2
In last week’s newsletter, we published the first part of our interview with Zenobē Business Development Director, Ian Dennis. He had so much to say we couldn’t cover it all in our 750-word slot, so we’re going again and turning the spotlight on the thorny issues of residual values, contract ...
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ArticleProject spotlight: Electric Freightway part of the DfT-funded ZEHID programme
The Electric Freightway project is part of the government-funded ZEHID (Zero Emission HGV and Infrastructure Demonstrator) programme and is well advanced in its project planning and development, with the first vehicles hitting the road in May 2024. We headed to project lead GRIDSERVE’s Swindon innovation centre for a roundtable of ...
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ArticlePlug Power announces new Class 6 fuel cell electric truck for US middle-mile deliveries
Plug Power has unveiled its latest development: the integration of a Class 6 medium-duty fuel cell electric truck. This vehicle combines a commercial Class 6 chassis-cab with Plug’s advanced ProGen fuel cell technology and a well-established electric propulsion system
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ArticleVolvo Group and Daimler Truck plan joint venture for software-defined vehicle platform
Volvo Group and Daimler Truck aim to lead the transition to software-defined heavy-duty commercial vehicles to improve customer efficiency and experience.The companies plan to establish a joint venture to develop a software-defined vehicle operating platform, integrating both software and hardware, to enable distinct digital vehicle features. The proposed joint venture ...
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ArticleNHS Wales collaborates with Magtec to pilot battery-powered HGVs for sustainable transport
Magtec, along with subcontractors Dynamon and UK Power Networks, have spearheaded a project aimed at encouraging the integration of zero-emission heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) in the transportation sector. The collaboration developed a predictive tool to aid fleet managers in transitioning to electric vehicles, focusing on manufacturing and certifying 10 battery-powered ...
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ArticleTevva Motors files for insolvency amidst search for new investors
British electric truck manufacturer Tevva Motors has filed for the appointment of an insolvency administrator in an effort to secure time to find new investors while under creditor protection.
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ArticleProject spotlight: Tees Valley Hydrogen Vehicle Ecosystem (HYVE) DfT-funded truck trial
We recently partnered with Novuna Vehicle Solutions to host a fleet roundtable briefing on a new fuel cell truck trial in the Tees Valley. This, and other hydrogen fuel cell vehicle trials will be crucial in the industry’s understanding and learnings about the application of hydrogen to the UK commercial ...
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ArticleTrafigura adds Greenergy’s Canadian operations to its business following European swoop in March
Trafigura Group Pte Ltd has announced it is acquiring Greenergy’s Canadian supply operations as part of its agreement with Brookfield Asset Management and Brookfield Business Partners.
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ArticleAF Blakemore & Son receives first electric truck deliveries as part of electric freightway program
The Electric Freightway programme has reached a significant milestone with the delivery of the first fully electric Heavy Goods Vehicles (eHGVs) to AF Blakemore & Son, a major player in the UK’s retail and foodservice sectors. This initiative, part of the Zero Emission HGV and Infrastructure Demonstrator Programme (ZEHID), is ...
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ArticleEuropa 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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ArticleUnveiling the Motor Transport Decarbonisation Power Players of 2024
The Motor Transport Decarbonisation Power Players webinar, sponsored by Optimize, celebrates industry leaders spearheading the transition towards a carbon-free transportation future. This year marks the third annual event, recognizing individuals driving change within the sector. The top 25 nominees were selected by a panel of judges, including: ...
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ArticleFreight Carbon Zero Trailblazer Interview: Katharina Tomoff, DHL Supply Chain
As part of our Trailblazer interview series we’re focusing on some of the people who are driving industry decarbonisation. In this interview, we catch up with Katharina Tomoff, DHL Supply Chain’s Senior Vice President Global Environment, Social and Governance and explore how the global contract logistics giant is embarking on ...
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ArticleINEOS 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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ArticleWebfleet 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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ArticleSligro 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.