The month-long test will assess the electric lorry’s potential to reduce CO2 emissions and enhance operational efficiency in the transportation of recycled materials. The electric Scania tractor will be used to transport PET bales from warehouses in Ilfov and Bucharest counties to GreenTech’s recycling plant in Buzău. The resulting plastic flakes will then be transported to the polyester fibre factory in Urziceni, Ialomița County.
The electric Scania lorry, the first of its kind, benefits from the support of Trans Tomicris, a sustainability-focused transport company, and Hochstaffl Romania. The electric tractor, compared to a diesel counterpart, is expected to reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 36%, based on Romania’s current energy mix.
“Using this electric Scania truck demonstrates our commitment to innovation and sustainability in recycling,” stated Alina Genes, CEO of GreenTech. “We strive to identify transport solutions that reduce environmental impact and support our business growth.”
Scania’s marketing representative, Evelina Enăscuta, added,
“We are thrilled to see interest in fully electric solutions from a major company in the recycling industry. Reducing CO2 emissions is a primary goal for Scania, and we continually develop solutions to help customers achieve this.”
The Scania R40 A4x2NA model being tested operates on six battery packs, totalling 624 kWh, with an available 468 kWh, offering a range of 350 km with a 40-ton load. Hochstaffl Romania is also providing the Schwarzmüller RH 125 Power Line Cargo semi-trailer for testing, which enhances payload efficiency and meets industry demands.
Charging stations have been installed in Buzău and Urziceni to support the project. The truck can be fully charged at fast charging stations (DC) with a maximum power of 350 kW in 1 hour and 30 minutes. A mobile charging station of 38 kW is also available, with a full charging time of 12 hours and 25 minutes.
Initial data from the pilot project indicates a range of 350 km per charge.