Through its supply chain distribution partner, Martin Brower of Canada Co., McDonald’s Canada announced it is testing the first food delivery tractor powered by renewable natural gas in British Columbia. The first Kenworth truck is already in operation, with an additional six scheduled to arrive later this year.
Martin Brower, a global logistics expert providing end-to-end solutions for restaurant chains across 18 countries, will be leasing the seven tractors from Paccar Inc., which will be fueled by 100% biomethane from FortisBC. The vehicles will be tested to assess the feasibility of using them to deliver to restaurants in Canada where possible, helping the company reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
“At McDonald’s Canada, we know making small changes to our supply chain can result in a big impact, which is why we’re working with our long-time distribution partner Martin Brower to help us use our scale for good,” said Rob Dick, Supply Chain Officer at McDonald’s Canada. “Globally, we’ve pledged to achieve net-zero GHG emissions by 2050 – a pledge that we are continuing to make progress towards here in Canada by investing in real and tangible changes, like testing seven new Kenworth tractors powered by renewable natural gas from FortisBC.”
“We are committed to providing customers, like McDonald’s Canada, with a lower-carbon fuel option to reduce GHG emissions in commercial transportation,” commented Mike Leclair, Vice-President, Major Projects and LNG at FortisBC. “Renewable natural gas has enormous potential to economically reduce GHG emissions from transportation, a sector that contributes over 40% of these emissions in the province.”
“Our goal is to deliver innovative and meaningful solutions that help restaurants and our business create a more globally sustainable, ethical, and responsible future,” added Julie Dell’Aniello, President, Martin Brower Canada. “Integrating the first renewable natural gas tractor into our fleet is an essential step towards further minimizing Martin Brower’s carbon emissions and environmental impact.”
Alongside the Kenworth tractors, McDonald’s Canada is also trialing the new Volvo VNR Electric Class 8 tractor through Martin Brower for distribution to restaurants in the Montreal area.
Source: McDonald’s Canada/FortisBC
