All articles by Trinity Francis.
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FCZ ArticleIndustry backs multi-pronged approach to HGV decarbonisation regulation
Operators and manufacturers have responded to the government’s consultation on achieving zero emission HGV targets, with broad support for manufacturer CO2 standards over fleet mandates. Infrastructure investment and realistic timelines emerged as critical concerns.
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FCZ ArticleWelch’s urges operators to respond to government consultation on zero emission trucks
The government is consulting on how to phase out diesel HGV sales by 2035 for vehicles up to 26 tonnes and by 2040 for all weight classes. Industry expert Jamie Sands warns success depends on solving infrastructure and energy challenges, not just vehicle regulations. Trinity Francis reports.
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FCZ ArticleHydrogen a viable option in a future multi-fuel zero carbon landscape
The HydraB group is targeting hydrogen pricing of £8/kg to 9/kg to achieve total cost of ownership parity with diesel equivalents, as CEO Harry Bowcott explains how an integrated approach across vehicle manufacturing, fuel production and infrastructure can simplify hydrogen adoption for fleet operators.
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FCZ ArticleFirst 10 eHGVs the initial steps toward electrifying DFDS’ UK operations
Since introducing its first UK and Ireland based electric trucks at the end of 2024, DFDS now has seven in operation and a further three expected before the end of the year. These initial 10 Volvo eHGVs are the first steps towards electrifying the company’s fleet of more than 700 ...
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FCZ ArticleTransport sector ‘on the cusp’ of realising electric trucks will work
Logistics is undergoing a second digital revolution paired with the reversal of the industrial revolution. In some ways, these changes require a full time job’s worth of work to understand. VEV was established in 2023 to carry some of that burden and help fleets to electrify. The Vitol-backed company focuses ...
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FCZ ArticleDaimler’s ‘game-changer’ electric truck about to hit UK roads in serious numbers
Following the Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 launch at the end of last year, UK customers have started taking delivery of the new model. The brand’s flagship truck is already proving to be a significant part of its sustainability strategy. James Venables, head of future sustainability at Daimler Truck UK spoke with ...
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FCZ ArticleEverything starts with the charging when it comes to electrifying commercial fleets
Cost is often one of the biggest barriers to entry when it comes to adopting new technology and investing in electrifying a fleet. We talk a lot about high up front vehicle purchase prices as well as the cost of adequate infrastructure to support these new eHGVs. Andrey Maramzine, chief ...
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FCZ ArticleRenault Trucks learning from experience with electric HGVs
Like most manufacturers, decarbonisation is at the forefront of Renault Trucks’ development and product lineup moving forward. To find out more about the company’s strategy, Freight Carbon Zero caught up with Roger Clarke (pictured), head of electromobility and customer advanced solutions at Renault Trucks UK.
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FCZ ArticleConsortium aims to prove viability of 40-tonne fuel cell truck
We hear a lot about what major OEMs are working on as they prepare for a zero emission future but projects conducted by key technological innovators in the UK often go unnoticed. At the Cenex Expo last year, a 40-tonne hydrogen fuel cell truck was revealed, developed ...
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FCZ ArticleFears mount over electric transition as demand stalls
The BVRLA has hosted its Fleets in Charge conference to highlight the progress and continued challenges of fleet decarbonisation. Against a backdrop of political turmoil, regulatory uncertainty and market turbulence, the event revealed the stark reality of the state of the transition.
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FCZ ArticlePreparing for a diesel-free future
With the ban on the sale of new diesel vehicles getting ever closer, Motor Transport and Freight Carbon Zero teamed up with Hitachi to bring industry stakeholders together to think through their requirements
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FCZ ArticleChargePoint and Eaton announce partnership to accelerate EV charging progress
EV charging solutions provider ChargePoint and power management solutions firm Eaton have announced a partnership to accelerate EV charging infrastructure in the US, Canada and Europe. Drawing on both company’s experiences, the collaboration seeks to simplify EV charging by developing new technologies. Rick Wilmer, CEO of ChargePoint, ...
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FCZ ArticleChargePoint and Eaton announce partnership to accelerate EV charging progress
EV charging solutions provider, ChargePoint, and power management solutions firm, Eaton, have announced a partnership to accelerate EV charging infrastructure in the US, Canada and Europe. Drawing on both company’s experiences, the collaboration seeks to simplify EV charging by developing new technologies.
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FCZ ArticleSANY looks to bring the best of Chinese EV technology to Europe
For decades, seven European truck manufacturers have dominated the UK market. With the transition to zero emission vehicles, these established manufacturers now have growing competition from local startups and Chinese brands like SANY. Kevin Eichele, head of product and business development for SANY eTrucks, says: “We ...
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FCZ ArticleFleete sees charging hubs rather than in-depot chargers as the future of electric
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FCZ ArticleLow carbon alternative fuels available now ahead of zero emission deadlines
The noise around decarbonisation centres largely on zero emission solutions but Scania’s UK sales director, Mark Bridgland, argues multiple fuels can contribute to lowering emissions before legislative deadlines come into force.
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FCZ ArticleMaritime Transport sees rail as key part of decarbonisation plan
Maritime Transport is set to be one of the most influential fleets in the UK as the logistics industry moves to reduce emissions. The company is part of three of the four ZEHID consortiums: eFREIGHT 2030, Electric Freightway and ZEN Freight. To understand Maritime’s position on decarbonisation and its involvement ...
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MT ArticleNew MD appointed at MAN Truck & Bus UK
Jan Kohlmeier will assume the role of MD of MAN Truck & Bus UK from 1 August 2025. Kohlmeier is currently the MD of MAN Truck & Bus in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, a position he’s held since 2020.
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FCZ ArticleIveco offers multiple routes for fleets’ decarbonisation journey
Continuing its open minded approach to decarbonisation, Iveco is committed to offering multiple fuel solutions to help operators find the right powertrains to work for their business. To get an update on where Iveco is with its product line up and future decarbonisation plans, Freight Carbon Zero ...
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FCZ ArticleCould hydrogen have a role in road freight decarbonisation?
While eHGVs are slowly being rolled out across the UK logistics network, with more to come over the next year as part of the ZEHID programme, some operators will be wondering which low or zero emission options will be available next.