DSV, the world’s largest world transport and logistics firm and one of many largest purchasers of electrical fashions from Volvo Vehicles, has signed an enormous deal for 300 new fashions for its European operation.
“Launching our new electrical fleet marks a pivotal second for DSV in Singapore. It’s not nearly adopting new know-how; it’s about main the way in which towards a greener, extra sustainable future. We’re thrilled by the constructive suggestions from purchasers and are assured that this initiative will carry us nearer to attaining our long-term sustainability targets,” says Gino Marzola, managing director of DSV Air & Sea Singapore & Malaysia.
In Singapore, the fashions are a Volvo FL Electrical and a Volvo FM Electrical. These two items signify the very newest cutting-edge truck know-how, offering environment friendly, zero-emission transport options.
The Volvo FL Electrical is optimised for city distribution, with a compact design and nimble turning radius. It’s preferrred for navigating Singapore’s tightly packed city centre, and last-mile deliveries.
The Volvo FM Electrical is bigger, and provides a larger payload capability and superior know-how for long-haul operations. It’s tailor-made for longer journeys whereas nonetheless providing the identical high-performance, zero-emissions operation.
Each fashions function an all-electric drivetrain, enabling quieter operations and decreasing noise air pollution. Additionally they ship cost-efficient operation, and upkeep bills than conventional diesel autos.
The Volvo FL and FM Electrical vehicles have been customised to DSV’s native operational wants in Singapore, together with modifications for optimum cargo capability. The FL is supplied with three batteries, whereas the FM boasts 5 batteries, enabling longer-range and versatile efficiency.
Volvo Vehicles is ready to broaden the electrification of heavy vehicles globally with the upcoming launch of a long-range model of its FH Electrical truck in 2025. This mannequin could have the flexibility to journey as much as 600 km on a single cost, permitting prospects to make use of electrical vehicles on longer routes with out the necessity for frequent recharging. The improved vary is made attainable by Volvo’s progressive e-axle know-how, which permits for elevated battery capability, together with enhancements in battery effectivity, administration techniques, and general powertrain efficiency.
“Lengthy-lasting partnerships and a devoted willpower to really make an influence are essential for attaining substantial CO2 reductions in apply. Through the previous few years, now we have skilled change in direction of a sustainable future throughout most of our markets. As a producer, we should be ready to handle modifications that may happen with out a lot warning. We are going to at all times be capable to promote vehicles, however we have to develop enterprise fashions and make it possible for we will adapt our dimension to match new situations. We additionally must proceed to ship high-quality merchandise and assist our prospects obtain profitability with their Volvo vehicles,” says Anna Engblom, managing director, Volvo Vehicles, Southeast Asia & Japan.
To make sure seamless integration of Volvo’s electrical vehicles into DSV’s operations in Singapore, the corporate is offering complete help by means of a 7-year Gold Service Settlement, which covers all service and repairs. Moreover, UD Vehicles Singapore supplied driver coaching earlier than the handover, guaranteeing DSV’s crew is well-prepared to function the autos effectively.
“We’re excited to be a part of this inexperienced transition alongside DSV and Volvo Vehicles. Offering complete coaching and after-sales help to make sure these electrical vehicles ship on their promise is on the coronary heart of our dedication to serving to Singapore obtain its sustainability targets. With the mixture of progressive know-how and robust buyer help, we’re assured that DSV will see glorious operational efficiency and long-term worth from these autos,” provides Joseph Heng, common supervisor of UD Vehicles Singapore.
