Eddie Stobart operates warehousing and transport for some of Nestlé’s products and the transport company introduced a small fleet of Volvo FM dual-fuel tractor units, which run on liquefied natural gas or bio-methane. They are powered by a mixture of 70% gas and 30% conventional diesel and deliver friendlier miles as carbon emissions are slashed by nearly 15%.
The eco-trucks are used to transport Nestlé products to and from its state-of-the-art warehouse at Bardon and from factories across the UK.
Phil Spittle, Eddie Stobart General Manager Fleet, said: “The award is recognition from the grocery industry that we are helping to make a real difference with regards to sustainable distribution. The environment is an important issue for both Nestlé and Eddie Stobart so this partnership has been significant and extremely positive. The gas-powered trucks have helped cut carbon emissions and reduce both companies’ impact on the environment.”
Source: Stobart Group.
