This order for 53 E-Tech D model trucks is to date the largest by Schenker’s French branch. According to Schenker France, the order follows several tests performed in French agencies.
Schenker France is due to receive 50 electric Renault Trucks E-Tech D of 16 tons and 3 E-Tech D of 19 tons. The vehicles will arrive in branches starting September 2023.
The deployment of the lorries is underway in 19 metropolitan agencies with the installation of electric charging infrastructure and will be completed until March 2024.
Depending on the needs of the branches, these vehicles will be suitable for urban, suburban or regional trips with an average distance of 150 to 200 kilometers day. Their average reach is about 300 kilometers.
With this acquisition, Schenker France says it is affirming its commitment to decarbonise its fleet of vehicles. The company stresses that its objective is to reduce its CO2 emissions in absolute terms by 50% for road activity in 2030 compared to 2021.
Commenting on the truck order, Frédéric Vallet, CEO of Schenker France, said:
“We have the ambition to be the world leader in green logistics. Electric powered trucks are an integral part of our vehicle portfolio. We ensure that their share is continually increasing. The implementation of the new Renault Trucks vehicles will be another step towards achieving these ambitious targets.”