Truck and Track Winter 2023 www.truckandtrack.com 4 BUSINESS NEWS Suffolk-based Scania Dealer group, TruckEast seals its commitment to managing its environmental impact with ISO14001:2015 certification. A globally recognised standard for environmental management systems, ISO14001 provides a structured approach to managing a business’ environmental impact; ultimately improving environmental performance. TruckEast began a journey in 2019 to create a more sustainable and environmentally friendly operation. Steps have included a focus on energy reduction and efficiency initiatives, waste reduction and recycling and generally reviewing processes. Last year the business committed to achieving ISO14001 standard across the entire operation. Led by Compliance and HR General Manager, Helen Grainger, the business undertook a comprehensive review of its operation and formally put in place its environmental management system. The assessment was carried out by BSI Management Systems UK, who audited the implementation of the EMS within the business. Areas such as environmental performance, waste management and reporting processes were put under the microscope to ensure that policies and procedures were in place and that employees were aware. Managing Director, Harley Coulson comments, “Through the combined efforts of the team, I’m proud to announce that TruckEast is officially ISO14001:2015 certified. By developing and implementing a formal EMS to the high standards of ISO14001, our customers can be assured that we take environmental matters seriously. It demonstrates that we adhere to best practices that manage and minimise our impact on the environment and is a significant milestone as we continue to strive towards providing the best for our customers and employees.” www.truckeast.co.uk TruckEast proudly passes ISO14001 certification for environmental management Kinaxia invests over £2m in CNG trucks towards net zero goal Macclesfield- based Kinaxia Logistics has taken delivery of its first batch of tractor units powered by compressed natural gas (CNG) as the company moves towards achieving a net zero fleet across its national linehaul service. The company has invested over £2m in IVECO S-Way tractor units for its Primary division, replacing diesel vehicles in the fleet. Richard Smith, managing director of the division, said the new vehicles make up 10% of the Primary fleet, with more on order for delivery in the new year. He said: “These CNG trucks produce 90% fewer emissions than diesel ones, leading to a reduction in CO2 of at least 100 tonnes per truck, per year. “The addition of these vehicles is a significant step as we look to create a carbon net zero linehaul and trunking fleet for our customers. We trialled the trucks earlier in the year and the feedback was extremely positive. Drivers reported a good driving experience, and a quieter cab. The units have a superior specification, and the CNG fuelling network is expanding as more sites continue to come on line.” Other recent greener additions to the Kinaxia fleet include two IVECO CNG units at the company’s haulage operation in Telford and a 7.5 tonne Tevva electric truck in use for urban deliveries around Greater Manchester. The company is also using units powered by hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) exclusively on a number of dedicated customer contracts. The IVECO S-Way tractor units have been supplied by South West Truck & Van - an IVECO franchise dealer and service agent. Jack Sims, director at South West Truck & Van, said: “We are delighted to partner with Kinaxia Logistics as it gets going with its plan to decarbonise transport operations in its Primary division. Having extensively trialled the IVECO S-Way CNG, Richard and the Kinaxia team have embraced the technology and can see the benefits that biomethane offers from an emissions reduction and total cost of ownership perspective. “CNG-powered trucks have been around for some time. It’s proven technology but we are now starting to see more companies with heavy truck fleets take note and look to make the switch. Infrastructure is improving, with public access and back-at- base solutions now available, which makes it the most practical alternative fuel option to move goods at 38 or 44 tonnes.”
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