Whistl: One of the biggest challenges facing the logistics industry is the ability to move goods at distance sustainably

Whistl: One of the biggest challenges facing the logistics industry is the ability to move goods at distance sustainably

 UK logistics specialists in e-fulfilment, mail and parcels, Whistl, has participated in the UK’s first emission free delivery trial.  The initiative led by XeroE (part of Delivery Mates) working with Varamis Rail, integrated containerised cargo bikes, electric vehicles, and electric rail freight into a seamless, sustainable distribution chain.

The trial took place over a week transporting the daily packages from Whistl locations in Birmingham and Glasgow. XeroE’s electric vans transported the goods from the depot in Birmingham to the train station.  The goods were then onloaded onto Varamis’ overnight electric train to Glasgow. On arrival, an electric van moved them to XeroE’s depot before being delivered by RYTLE cargo bikes to the customer’s door.

The expected benefits of using this multi-modal approach include reduced emissions and lower urban congestion.  The trial was part of one of the Freight Innovation Cluster’s activities and has been sponsored by the Department for Transport.

Gareth Hughes, Business Services & ESG Director, said: “One of the biggest challenges facing the logistics industry is the ability to move goods at distance sustainably and efficiently.  We are pleased to have been given the opportunity to participate in this trial and look forward to exploring new initiatives to create a more sustainable supply chain.”

In 2023 Whistl announced its aim to reach Net Zero by 2045 and, specifically within its fleet, achieve a 100% Zero and Ultra Low Emission Small Van fleet by 2030 and a100% Zero and Ultra Low Emission HGV fleet by 2040.

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