Post by account_disabled on Feb 25, 2024 2:18:54 GMT -5
DHL Group is making some interesting moves in its efforts to decarbonize its operations, deploying mail-carrying robots in Germany, flying delivery drones in Tanzania and lining up all-electric cargo planes for the U.S. Its latest steps may not be the more adventurous, but no less significant, as the logistics giant placed an order for , electric Transit vans with Ford.
DHL Group's new electric vans come through a deal between it and Ford to increase the use of electric vans for logistics around the world, and will also see the pair collaborate on charging solutions and fleet management software. DHL Group has previously outlined plans for zero-emission operations by , and is investing € billion (US$ billion) by as it works to achieve a % share of electric vehicles within its fleet by of the decade.
“Electrification of last-mile logistics is an important pillar to decarbonize our operations,” said Anna Spinelli, chief procurement officer and head of mobility at Deutsche Post DHL Group. “Adding the new Ford E-Transit to our global fleet of around , electric vans further strengthens our ability to provide green delivery services around the world. “Joining forces to address our specific logis C Level Executive List tics requirements will further drive operational and service efficiencies.”
The order will primarily focus on E-Transit panel vans designed for express deliveries in the Americas and Europe, although there will be other variations in the mix, including vans with custom boxes for urban deliveries in Germany. The first E-Transits have already been shipped and are now being used for last-mile deliveries in several countries, according to DHL Group.
“Ford Pro and Deutsche Post DHL Group share a vision of greater sustainability and a commitment to electrified solutions, and this agreement is an important step towards millions of deliveries being completed with electric vehicles around the world,” said Hans Schep, Ford general manager.
Professional, Europe. “E-Transit is the best-selling commercial EV in North America and, as of June, it is also the best-selling in its segment in Europe, meaning the -tonne electric van is already making great strides to support this ambition.” .
The entire fleet of , vehicles is expected to ship by the end of
DHL Group's new electric vans come through a deal between it and Ford to increase the use of electric vans for logistics around the world, and will also see the pair collaborate on charging solutions and fleet management software. DHL Group has previously outlined plans for zero-emission operations by , and is investing € billion (US$ billion) by as it works to achieve a % share of electric vehicles within its fleet by of the decade.
“Electrification of last-mile logistics is an important pillar to decarbonize our operations,” said Anna Spinelli, chief procurement officer and head of mobility at Deutsche Post DHL Group. “Adding the new Ford E-Transit to our global fleet of around , electric vans further strengthens our ability to provide green delivery services around the world. “Joining forces to address our specific logis C Level Executive List tics requirements will further drive operational and service efficiencies.”
The order will primarily focus on E-Transit panel vans designed for express deliveries in the Americas and Europe, although there will be other variations in the mix, including vans with custom boxes for urban deliveries in Germany. The first E-Transits have already been shipped and are now being used for last-mile deliveries in several countries, according to DHL Group.
“Ford Pro and Deutsche Post DHL Group share a vision of greater sustainability and a commitment to electrified solutions, and this agreement is an important step towards millions of deliveries being completed with electric vehicles around the world,” said Hans Schep, Ford general manager.
Professional, Europe. “E-Transit is the best-selling commercial EV in North America and, as of June, it is also the best-selling in its segment in Europe, meaning the -tonne electric van is already making great strides to support this ambition.” .
The entire fleet of , vehicles is expected to ship by the end of