HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – February 1, 2024 – DFI Retail Group (“DFI”) is pleased to announce that Wellcome Supermarket (“Wellcome”), part of its retail portfolio, has acquired an electric truck of 24 tonnes of European manufacture. truck, with plans to add a second to its fleet in Hong Kong later this year. The strategic move makes Wellcome the first retail company in Hong Kong to adopt such vehicles, marking a crucial milestone in DFI’s commitment to sustainability. The initiative is part of DFI’s broader sustainability strategy, aiming to halve greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 and achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Wellcome becomes first Hong Kong retailer to roll out European-made 24-tonne electric truck
The adoption of electric trucks significantly improves environmental protection efforts. Wellcome’s all-new electric truck is expected to save around 264,000 liters[1] of diesel over a decade compared to traditional tankers. This equates to a reduction of around 538 tonnes of carbon emissions, which is comparable to the annual carbon absorption of around 24,710 trees, significantly improving air quality. In addition, the electric truck produces less noise than its conventional diesel counterparts, thus contributing to a notable reduction in noise pollution.
Mr. Michael Haas, Supply Chain Director of DFI Retail Group, said: “By introducing the first 24 tonne electric truck in Hong Kong through our intelligent transport solutions partner, Scania, we have reached a new milestone in our green logistics. continue to assess the commercial viability of electric trucks and explore the prospects of fleet electrification to build a green supply chain.
Mr. Darren Chan, Managing Director of Wellcome Hong Kong and Macau, said: “We are delighted to be the first retailer in Hong Kong to adopt a 24 tonne electric truck. While providing customers with quality products and services, we are committed to reducing carbon emissions generated during our operations. Wellcome has already installed an extensive solar panel system at our produce center to support the development of renewable energy, and the introduction of electric trucks this year once again demonstrates Wellcome’s commitment to being a socially responsible retailer.
DFI is actively taking steps to reduce its carbon footprint. In addition to the deployment of the first 24-ton electric truck by Wellcome in Hong Kong; IKEA, operated by the group in Taiwan, also adopted the first 26-ton electric truck in Taiwan last year. The Group constantly reviews its operations to strengthen sustainability and explores the feasibility of expanding its green fleet through direct purchasing and collaboration with third-party logistics providers. Balancing operational requirements and environmental responsibilities, DFI works tirelessly to reduce fuel consumption, energy consumption and carbon emissions, ready to embark on future logistics challenges.
[1] The diesel consumption of an electric truck over one year is based on an estimated annual mileage of 80,000 km.
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