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Operations news
Solar tech a bright idea for transport energy management
Widespread adoption of solar panels on trucks and trailers would reduce demand on Europe’s electricity grid by enough energy to power four million homes, according to research.
Vertellus helps floor firm find balance with diesel/EV package
Flooring distributor Volante and sister firm John Palmer Carpets have strengthened their fleet operations with a diesel and electric contract hire partnership with Vertellus.
Lhyfe expands hydrogen distribution network after passing 1,000 deliveries
Hydrogen producer Llyfe has highlighted expansion in its logistics capabilities for green and RFNBO hydrogen market through bulk distribution in Europe, after it passed a lifetime total of 1,000 deliveries in 2025.
HGV operators in Birmingham offered scrappage grants
SMEs based in the West Midlands who conduct commercial operations within the centre of Birmingham can apply for a grant package of up to £180,000 from Birmingham towards low-emission vehicles, including eHGVs.
Net Zero Week: Where next?
On entering Downing Street, the new Prime Minister will face a myriad of competing choices and priorities. Decarbonising the commercial vehicle sector is no exception, with a long “to do” list to work through. Net Zero Week provides an opportunity to review “where next?” together with a list of priorities ...
VECTO trailer emissions standards could raise CO2 levels and cost jobs, trailer manufacturers warn
Thirty European trailer manufacturers are calling on the EU to review a VECTO regulation which imposes mandatory CO₂ standards on trailers - even though they emit no CO₂ directly - warning that failure to do so could raise emissions and cost thousands of jobs.
Going electric? Don’t go alone, says contractor
Don’t make assumptions about what electrical infrastructure you need to electrify your fleet, says Lucy Electric’s general manager Tom Goodman. Instead, make sure your contractor takes the time to find out what you really need.
Wren Kitchens kicks off fleet decarbonisation with 10 Mercedes-Benz eActros trucks
Wren Kitchens has taken delivery of 10 fully electric Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 tractor units from Mercedes-Benz Trucks dealer Rygor Auto, marking the first phase of the retailer’s switch to an all-electric fleet.
TEG launches Scope 3 emissions reporting tool for three million annual freight loads
Carrier sourcing platform TEG has introduced automated CO₂ emissions calculations across its platform, enabling hauliers, third-party logistics providers and shippers to access estimated carbon emissions data for individual loads from the point they are booked.
InstaVolt agrees sale of Iberian business to accelerate UK and Ireland growth
Ultra-rapid EV charging network Instavolt said the hiving off of its Spanish and Portuguese operations supported its focus on the UK and would accelerate investment in this market.
Royal Mail delivering on emissions savings
Royal Mail said it had cut carbon emissions by nearly a third through a combination of fleet electrification, HVO fuel and energy efficiency improvements.
Ultra-rapid shared charging scheme available for fleet operators across 15 London boroughs
The Association of Fleet Professionals’ (AFP’s) is expanding its shared charging scheme, with ultra rapid chargers now available in 15 of London’s 33 boroughs.