The new Volvo FH 460 Globetrotter LNG tractor units will directly replace eight diesel trucks in the Aston Martin operation, supporting both DHL’s GoGreen plan and Aston Martin’s Racing. Green. sustainability strategy. The bio-LNG trucks are 78% less polluting than their diesel counterparts and are currently operating out of DHL’s Wellesbourne and St Athan sites.
Innovative Fuel Systems Limited (IFS), an Edmonton-based cleantech company that provides products that generate fuel savings and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in heavy-duty trucks, announced an initial $1 million purchase order from KAG Canada (KAG) for IFS’ patent-pending retrofit technology, Multi-Fuel Technology Platform.
Scania Argentina organized the test of a CNG-powered bus with the El Cacique passenger transport company in the province of Mendoza, from which great benefits were corroborated in the intensive use of the vehicle for urban routes. The demo unit of the Green Efficiency line was provided by the Scania dealer in Mendoza.
The Commonwealth of Pamplona (MCP) announced that the Regional Urban Transport added six new hybrid buses with CNG-electric engine, which will use gas with a Guarantee of Renewable Origin (GdO). The buses are MAN Lion’s City 19G Efficient Hybrid model, with 18 meters long and capacity for 180 passengers (35 seated).
The new LNG station is located in Växjö, in south central Sweden. It is the company’s 22nd natural gas station in this country, bringing the total number across the Nordics to over 50, some of which are operated by Gasum’s partners. Alwex Transport, a carrier with an ambitious goal of contributing to a cleaner environment, has been instrumental in this opening.
Renewable natural gas results in significant reductions of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions when compared to other clean energy solutions available today. In North America, this biofuel is supported by abundant natural gas pipeline infrastructure which allows for its immediate use today, and for decades to come.
With a carrying capacity of 100 passengers – 55 seated and 45 standing, this bus is designed to handle the hustle and bustle of city commuting while providing the utmost comfort to its passengers, according to Innoson. At the heart of the IVM 6110A lies the 8.3L Cummins Engine EQC300, a dual fuel engine that can run on both diesel and CNG.
