Urgent need for the logistics and transportation sectors to transition to greener alternatives

In addition, senior researcher Jakob Rogstadius et al. point out in a newly published report, "Within the European Union (EU), road transport is lagging decades behind other sectors in terms of the observed rate of reduction in annual greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Regulators have defined gradually tightened caps on GHG emissions from new vehicles, but due to the long lifespan of vehicles, such measures take time before they impact total sectoral emissions."

However, there are companies paving the way to electric fleets, and we would like to highlight some of them, including Bring Intermodal AB, Martin & Servera and Elis Sverige Elonroad's mission is in direct alignment with global and EU initiatives to mitigate these emissions by advancing electrification in logistics, demonstrating that it's possible to marry environmental stewardship with enhanced operational efficiency.

The industry is at a transformative juncture

As said before, the logistics industry is at a transformative juncture, with sustainability and efficiency driving the shift towards electrification. Elonroad is at the forefront of this change, offering an automatic charging solution validated by partnerships with industry giants like Bring, Martin & Servera and Elis.

Challenges in electrification for the logistics & delivery sector

Transitioning to electrification in logistics and delivery encounters several obstacles:

1. Limited vehicle up-time: Conventional charging solutions can hinder the continuous operation of commercial EV fleets.

2. Space and safety concerns: Required infrastructure for traditional charging methods can consume valuable operational space and pose safety risks.

3. Peak power demands and energy management inefficiencies: Existing charging options may not offer optimal energy management, and high peak power demands lead to increased costs.

Rethinking charging in logistics and delivery

Elonroad addresses these challenges with solutions designed to streamline charging processes, enhance safety, lower operational costs, and increase the overall efficiency of logistics and delivery services.

Elonroad changes how logistics and delivery companies power their EV fleets by delivering seamless power through ground-integrated charge rails at loading docks or wherever the company wants the charging stations. Our technology is adaptable for both factory-outfitted and retrofitted vehicles, ensuring broad applicability and inclusivity.

Working with leading logistics companies

We want to tell you more about our strategic partnerships with industry leaders such as Bring, Martin & Servera, and Elis.

• Bring, a major logistics player, has benefited from Elonroad's deployment of two rails and equipping two vehicles. This marks progress toward their goal of transitioning to a fully electric fleet.

• Martin & Servera, Sweden's leading food service distributor, using Elonroad’s charging solutions. With technology piloted at their Malmö terminal, this collaboration sets new sustainability standards in the food logistics sector.

• Elis has implemented Elonroad's static charging solution, enhancing operational efficiency by enabling charging during loading, thus facilitating additional shifts. This integration exemplifies how our technology boosts productivity while reducing emissions. Patrik Nyholm, Procurement Manager at Elis Sverige (Sweden), about the partnership below.

  
  Elonroad's static charging solution enhances the efficiency of Elis’ operations by allowing us to charge while loading, effectively enabling an additional shift. The solution also increases employee safety as the trucks are charged without cables.

  
  Key benefits of Elonroad’s solution for the logistics and delivery sector

Our technology is adaptable for both factory-outfitted and retrofitted vehicles, ensuring broad applicability and inclusivity.

1. Charge while loading/unloading: Improves operational efficiency by minimizing downtime.

2. Reduced peak power demands: Facilitates using smaller transformers and more cost-effective power contracts.

3. Streamlined operations and increased safety: Seamless charging ensures driver safety, eliminating collision risks and tripping hazards associated with traditional charging stations.

More than charging - our digital layer/solution

Elonroad is more than charging. Get deep insights from our digital platform combined with exclusive road sensor data. Use this essential information to make strategic decisions and boost your business performance.

• Remote live monitoring of vehicles & infrastructure

• Fleet & charge management including access control

• Energy management system for load & power balancing

• Traffic & environmental data service

Moving logistics into the electric era

With EV sales expected to rise from 16 million units in 2020 to 69 million by 2030, the demand for scalable charging solutions intensifies. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA) and @Global EV Insights, the EV charging infrastructure market is anticipated to expand from $7 billion in 2020 to $244 billion by 2030. Elonroad is dedicated to playing a significant role in this growth, offering innovative solutions to meet increasing demands.

As the logistics industry evolves, Elonroad invites logistics and delivery companies to join us toward a cleaner, more efficient, and electrified future. Our technology not only addresses today's challenges but also lays the groundwork for tomorrow's autonomous, data-driven logistics operations.

Please contact our CEO, Karin Ebbinghaus binghaus, to schedule an introductory call about how we can collaborate on your logistics operations.

More here: https://www.elonroad.com/industry-solutions/logistics-and-delivery