All Decarbonisation articles – Page 8
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MT ArticleScania looks to Portugal for battery-electric truck rollout
Scania’s ambitions to spearhead the transition towards sustainable transport systems have reached Portuguese shores, with logistics firm KLOG gearing up to run heavy-duty electric variants for IKEA.
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MT ArticleThe Ashcourt Group builds on sustainability credentials with electric Volvo order
Hull-based Ashcourt Group has taken on four new 44-tonne Volvo FH Electric tractor units – the biggest single order in the UK so far for the truck maker’s zero emission models.
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MT ArticleStudy into lack of hydrogen refuelling stations launched
Costain is leading a study looking at how hydrogen refuelling stations can be integrated into the UK’s gas network in anticipation of the increased demand for zero-emission vehicles.
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MT ArticleJoseph Parr builds on environmental credentials with FM Electric delivery
What is believed to be the first Volvo FM Electric working for a builders’ merchant has been delivered to Joseph Parr (Alco) in Bradford.
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MT ArticleWincanton showcases magnetic propulsion technology
Wincanton is relying on magnetic propulsion technology at its W² Innovation Centre in Northamptonshire to help it move towards net zero operations.
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MT ArticleVerdict reached: Law loves DAF Electric
Family-run Law Distribution said its new DAF LF Electric has exceeded expectations after the Haydock firm initially delayed introducing the new technology into its fleet.
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MT ArticleFM Electric powers through Capital’s streets for LondonEnergy
LondonEnergy has taken delivery of a Volvo FM Electric 6x2 tractor unit to collect unrecyclable waste from its transfer station in Islington.
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MT ArticleeFREIGHT 2030 consortium announces founding members to shape industry’s zero-emissions future
The eFREIGHT 2030 consortium, part of the government’s zero emission demonstrator programme, has announced the 13 members who will shape the future of decarbonised haulage.
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MT ArticleEmission-free strategies the top concern among fleet decision makers
Around 40% of light fleet decision makers say implementing zero emissions policies will be their number one challenge over the next three years, according to a new survey.
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MT ArticleFred Sherwood goes electric with new Volvo FH delivery
Fred Sherwood Transport has taken on two 44-tonne Volvo FH Electric 6x2 tractor units as part of its sustainability ambitions.
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MT ArticleTeletrac Navman launches electric fleet transition platform for “overwhelmed” operators
Telematics specialist Teletrac Navman has revealed major updates to its alternative energy product portfolio to enable fleet managers to strategically plan, implement and track the transition from internal combustion engine (ICE) to multi-fuel capabilities.
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MT ArticleMcCulla Ireland bolsters biogas fleet with £3.1m investment
Northern Ireland-based refrigerated haulage business McCulla Ireland has secured a £3.1m investment from asset finance provider Lombard for 25 new trucks, including 11 powered by biogas.
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MT ArticleStobart fuelled by HVO to get Walkers crisps to stores
Stobart has expanded its use of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) across its network for customer PepsiCo – and it estimated this should save an additional 13,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions by the end of the year.
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MT ArticleWoodland Group starts running fleet on HVO
Logistics business Woodland Group said 15% of its fleet was now running on HVO fuel as it presses ahead with plans to become a net-zero company.
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MT ArticleHVO lorry unveiled by Cemex at Tilbury
Cemex is cementing its position as a leader in sustainability within the sector after it unveiled its first ever HVO-powered lorry, operating out of its Tilbury plant.
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MT ArticleRingway calls the shots with sector’s first Volvo FE Electric
Highways maintenance firm Ringway Hounslow is operating the sector’s first 26-tonne Volvo FE Electric 6x2 rigid, featuring a tipper grab body and low entry cab.
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MT ArticleKnowles deploys three more electric FMs for Princes work
Knowles Logistics has replaced three more diesel trucks with Volvo FM Electric tractor units to be used on its food and drink group Princes contract.
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MT ArticleGovernment legislation on e-van sales putting pressure on makers and buyers
An insistence by some van manufacturers that operators order a proportion of electric models has created problems for firms who cannot yet run them, according to the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP).
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MT ArticleScottish hydrogen hub gets the green light
Energy firm GreenPower has had its planning application approved for a hydrogen production and distribution centre on the west coast of Scotland.
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MT ArticleRHA: vital upgrade of A66 must go ahead
The RHA has said it remained optimistic that a £1.5bn upgrade of the A66 would go ahead, after a campaign group launched a legal challenge against the project.