EQUITONE, part of the Etex group, has become the first Etex company to incorporate electric vehicles (EVs) into its delivery fleet.
The first EV deliveries took place in August and transported 630kg of EQUITONE facade materials to FGF Birmingham. Electric heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) were provided by transport company, Welch’s Group. EQUITONE stated the HGVs use AI technology that optimises route planning for efficiency and emission reduction.
Jamie Sands, head of solutions at Welch’s Group, said: “All organisations in the UK are required to meet Net Zero targets by 2050, but the ones who act early will see the benefits sooner. Electric-powered HGVs reduce emissions at the tailpipe considerably, and when paired with smart route optimisation, offer a real opportunity to make supply chains cleaner and more efficient.”
Kevin Renton, supply chain manager at EQUITONE, added: “It’s exciting to be the first Etex company to introduce EV deliveries. We’re committed to bettering our sustainability practices and challenging the construction sector to do the same. By collaborating with partners like Welch’s Group and continually improving every stage of our customer journey, we can make real progress towards reducing the industry’s carbon footprint.”
EQUITONE stated that all electricity used in its production facilities comes from certified renewable sources. No potable water is used in industrial processes and over 65% of materials are sourced locally, within 150km of its factories.
