Netherlands: Mercedes-Benz Econic NGT consolidated in city logistics applications

The Econic NGT, used widely in inner-city markets of large cities, such as Berlin, Hamburg, Cologne, Paris, Stockholm, Athens, or Valencia, is driven by an EEV-certified in-line six-cylinder 900-series engine in the form of a mono-fuel natural gas drive. Besides, it achieves a further significant reduction in noise emissions, enabling it to receive approval for round-the-clock operation, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

“We are moving towards 24-hour, 365-day deliveries. This can only be guaranteed with special vehicles,” remarked director Simon Loos. “The Econic emerged as the natural choice based on our considerations. The natural gas engine complies with EEV and is powerful enough to cope with the expected transport demands to be placed on it.”

Moreover, Michael Dietz, head of Sales and Marketing at Mercedes-Benz Special Trucks said, “In the future, the Econic NGT will be operated in the Netherlands with LNG. In addition to benefitting from environmentally friendly and quiet combustion, the Econic running on LNG can achieve a very long range. The Econic can also run on renewable biogas, which is a CO₂-neutral energy source, a technology that is enabling our customers in Holland to set new standards in city logistics.”