Canadian for-hire trucking company orders 180 LNG units

Westport’s CEO David Demers explained this is the single largest order for LNG trucks powered by Westport HD. “Natural gas is gaining momentum as a mainstream transportation fuel in Canada. With the imperative to reduce GHG emissions from HD transport and the Quebec government’s incentives, companies like Robert Transport are helping deploy natural gas transportation solutions to help reduce emissions,” he said.

The vehicles features Westport HD Systems, which consists of the GX 15-litre engine, proprietary Westport fuel injectors, LNG fuel tanks with integrated cryogenic fuel pumps, and associated electronic components to facilitate robust performance and reliable operation. In turn, the engine is certified and compliant to 2010 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and California Air Resources Board (CARB) emission limits in North America.

“Operating natural gas trucks helps reducing one of our largest input costs and our carbon footprint. This is a win-win for both the environment and our company,” remarked Robert Transport’s CEO Claude Robert. In turn, Gaz Métro’s president Sophie Brochu highlighted the significance of natural gas for transportation and its commitment to establish the first natural gas ‘corridor’ in Canada.

Source: Westport Innovations Inc.