Logistics company to switch 170 UK trucks from Diesel to HVO
October 3rd, 2024
FedEx is replacing diesel with biofuel in 170 of its trucks across three UK sites as part of its push toward more sustainable operations. The switch follows a successful trial that began in October 2023. The company is now moving forward with plans to fuel its trucks using hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO).
The 170 trucks, based at FedEx locations in Parkhouse (80 trucks), Marston Gate (54 trucks), and Atherstone (38 trucks), will now run on HVO instead of diesel. FedEx has secured a two-year supply agreement with Crown Oil, ensuring four million litres of HVO each year. The logistics company expects this change to cut the trucks’ carbon emissions by at least 80% compared to using diesel.
James Richards, Senior Manager of Road Network Operations at FedEx UK, said the UK is the first country where the company has been able to scale up the use of HVO. He hopes the switch to biofuel will become permanent as part of FedEx’s wider goal to reach carbon-neutral operations by 2040.
In addition to the trucks, FedEx will also use HVO in 16 trailer tugs at the same three locations. These tugs, which help move trailers around the sites, will start using HVO as a direct replacement for diesel. Further contributing to emissions reductions.
This shift is part of FedEx’s broader strategy to explore alternative fuels across its European road network. Reducing the environmental impact of its operations. The company’s goal is to create a more sustainable logistics network. With biofuels like HVO playing a key role in this transition.