Marks & Spencer (M&S) has announced the introduction of 85 zero or lower emission vehicles to its supply chain logistics fleet.
As part of its plan to be net zero by 2040, the retailer has committed to move to low carbon logistics and the use of cleaner fuels.
Five zero emission battery electric HGVs will operate between M&S’ Clothing & Home distribution centre in Welham Green, and 30 stores across London and the South East, including Oxford Street and Bluewater.
Julian Bailey, Head of Group Transport at M&S, said:
“Adapting our logistics network is vital in achieving our Plan A Net Zero ambitions. We’re committed to reducing carbon emissions from our transport and through collaboration we are able to reduce carbon, save energy, and drive operational efficiencies across the business.”
The 42-tonne battery electric Renault trucks will directly replace equivalent diesel trucks.
The vehicles are delivered under the eFREIGHT 2030 project, part of the UK Government’s zero emission HGV and infrastructure demonstrator programme (ZEHID) which aims to decarbonise road freight transport by accelerating the uptake of zero emissions heavy goods vehicles and their charging infrastructure.
From September, M&S also started taking delivery of 30 new vehicles that run on compressed natural gas for its Clothing & Home business.
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