All Decarbonisation articles
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ArticleDPD accelerates its EV charging infrastructure plans
BP Pulse is upgrading and installing new rapid charging infrastructure across dozens of DPD depots, supporting the operator’s transition towards an electric fleet.
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ArticleWanted: feedback on progress towards zero-emission heavy duty vehicle infrastructure in the EU
The European Commission is asking for feedback by 19 January on where there are gaps in technology readiness, enabling conditions, and research and innovation priorities for zero emission heavy duty vehicles (ZE-HDVs) and their supporting infrastructure. It is seeking feedback from stakeholders operating in any ...
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ArticleEvri powers up with introduction of new DAF XB Electric
Evri said it had become one of the first companies to integrate the new DAF XB Electric truck into its operations after it began working out of the parcel firm’s Southampton depot.
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ArticleWallsend hydrogen fuel project seeks government backing
Up to 80 hydrogen trucks could be on the roads around Wallsend in the next five years if a bid for government funding submitted by French-owned hydrogen producer Lhyfe gets the go ahead. The government is currently considering bids for the second Hydrogen Allocation Round (HAR) of ...
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ArticleCollege invests in electric truck for tomorrow’s technicians
Truck technicians of the future are getting real hands-on experience of working with electric vehicles after a college in Wales decided to buy its own Fuso eCanter.
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Article‘Game-changing’ Volvo technology helps Solstor achieve fuel economy wins
Temperature-controlled and dry freight firm Solstor said switching to Volvo Trucks’ turbo compound technology with I-Save had improved its fuel economy by up to 20% with a corresponding drop in carbon emissions.
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ArticleUrgent government action needed to turn zero carbon transport targets into reality
The Zemo Partnership is calling for urgent government action to ensure targets are translated into the policies that will achieve net zero emissions by 2050. In its latest ‘Delivery roadmap for net zero transport’, Zemo said: “The commitment to increase the UK’s target for greenhouse gas emissions ...
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ArticleSix steps to EV heaven
The UK’s transition to electric vehicle (EV) fleets is accelerating due to stringent regulations and market demands. For a smooth shift, fleets need data-driven decarbonisation strategies that leverage telematics and operational insights. These plans ensure optimal vehicle selection, infrastructure design, and cost management. Key elements of a ...
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ArticleStobart firm looks to AI to address empty running
WS Transportation is harnessing the power of AI to cut empty running and make significant carbon savings after it entered into a partnership with digital freight marketplace HaulageHub.
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ArticlePublic charger for electric HGVs opens at truck stop
Shell said it was helping hauliers transition to a greener and more sustainable future after opening its first public eHGV charge point in Nottinghamshire.
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ArticleXPO’s sustainability chief becomes VC of decarbonisation group
XPO’s head of sustainability, Dr Nicholas Head, has been named as vice chair of the sustainable logistics forum.
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ArticleMTA Low Carbon winner JLP wants to take the high road to zero emissions
John Lewis Partnership (JLP) picked up the Motor Transport Low Carbon Award for the third time in the last seven years in 2024. Its winning entry stated: “As a responsible retailer we must reduce our consumption, find renewable alternatives, and look critically at our impact across our ...
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ArticleEuropa Road takes steps to cut emissions
Europa Road said its Benelux team was demonstrating its commitment to environmental sustainability and introducing a range of measures to cut its carbon footprint.
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ArticleShed space facing black hole by 2027
The vast majority of warehousing up to 100,000sq ft could be unlettable within five years because it won’t meet energy efficiency standards, according to an industry report.
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ArticleContract renewal for XPO as it saddles up for Tour de France logistics
XPO has renewed its partnership with the Tour de France for another six years, continuing its role as official carrier for the world famous competition, as well as the Tour de France Femmes with Zwift.
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ArticleProhire spends £5m on fuel efficient rental fleet
Prohire is investing £5m in 70 new vehicles to refresh its 400-strong Proflex national rental fleet.
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ArticleUK electric lorry programme faces “challenging” infrastructure issues
A government funded demonstrator programme addressing the widespread rollout of electric HGVs has encountered challenges installing public charging facilities, due to a shortage of suitable sites and planning problems.
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ArticleDFDS charges up list of UK electric lorry operators
DFDS said it would become one of the biggest operators of electric heavy duty trucks in the UK with the introduction of 10 Volvo FM and FH electric models in east and northwest England and Ireland.
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ArticleMAN hails ‘electric era’ with first eTGX delivery
MAN said it had reached a milestone after it delivered its first electric heavy-duty HGV, 100 years after it presented its first diesel truck.