Tesco has announced the introduction of 42 new IVECO S-Way Natural Gas trucks to its fleet in Livingston, Scotland, as part of its strategy to achieve carbon neutrality by 2035. The vehicles, powered by biomethane produced from food and animal waste, will be used to transport goods to over 250 stores across Scotland, Cumbria and Northumbria.
The vehicles will each travel over 200.000 km per year, with an estimated annual saving of up to 6.473 tonnes of CO₂e. Compared to their diesel counterparts, the new IVECO S-Way trucks deliver emissions reductions of up to 83%. Tesco calls this a "bridge" solution until heavy-duty electric technologies and the associated charging infrastructure become fully operational. The trucks also offer advanced features, including more efficient engines, aerodynamic mirrors, and a silent mode for night-time deliveries.
To ensure operational continuity, Tesco has partnered with CNG Fuels to create a dedicated refueling station at its Livingston Regional Distribution Center. Refueling times remain comparable to those of diesel trucks, minimizing downtime. Currently, the new vehicles represent 20% of Livingston's fleet. This initiative builds on an ongoing process: since 2021, Tesco has introduced the first electric articulated trucks in the UK and currently operates four electric delivery trucks in the London area.
Cliff Smith, Fleet Engineering Manager at Tesco, emphasized that the investment represents "a concrete step towards reducing emissions and achieving carbon neutrality." Institutions have also expressed appreciation: Fiona Hyslop, Cabinet Secretary for Transport in Scotland, emphasized the importance of innovative solutions for decarbonizing logistics. According to Mike Cutts, Business Line Director UK & ROI at IVECO, the expansion of CNG infrastructure now makes biomethane a concrete solution for companies committed to the green transition.
