Swain Container Solutions (SCS), a division of Swain Group, is transitioning its London Gateway fleet to hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) as part of wider plans to reduce the group’s environmental impact.
Research has demonstrated that HVO can slash CO2 emissions from a vehicle by up to 90% compared to conventional diesel and enables operators to make a seamless transition since HVO is fully compatible with the majority of diesel engines.
Swain Group, which is FORS Gold accredited, is also expanding its fleet of electric HGVs, with the addition of five new electric HGVs.This investment is a key part of the company’s Think London, Think Swain campaign.
Haulage companies with VBS bookings will benefit from a £20 rebate credit under DP World’s London Gateway emissions reduction initiative, which the group said it will pass on to customers using electric HGVs.
Matthew Deer, Swain Group MD, commented: “This move to HVO and our continued investment in electric HGVs demonstrates our commitment to sustainability and innovation in logistics.
“At Swain Group, we recognise the urgent need for greener transport solutions, and we are taking meaningful steps to drive real change within our industry.
“Our Think London, Think Swain campaign is about delivering smarter, cleaner, and more responsible logistics for London and beyond.”