New Delhi: Paradeep Parivahan Limited has entered into a long-term agreement with UltraTech Cement to deploy electric trucks at the cement major’s Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh facilities. This marks a significant shift towards decarbonising logistics in India, helping to reduce 15,000-20,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions over the eight-year agreement.
Paradeep Parivahan, specialising in bulk freight and industrial transport, will replace its fossil fuel-based vehicles with EV trucks to enable cleaner freight movement and enhance sustainability across the logistics value chain.
Paradeep Parivahan is partnering with Energy In Motion Ltd for charging infrastructure, operational support and battery swapping solutions for the initiative. This initiative also aligns with the Government of India’s PM E-DRIVE initiative, that supports and encourages Electric vehicles and their infrastructure.
“We are delighted to partner with UltraTech Cement Limited and add such a marquee client to our portfolio. This agreement represents not only a significant milestone for our Company but also a defining step towards shaping the future of sustainable industrial logistics in India. Our first largescale EV-based logistics engagement reflects a shared commitment to sustainability, operational efficiency, and green mobility solutions. As logistics partners to some of India’s leading industrial groups, we will continue to invest in electric mobility and modern logistics infrastructure to support our clients’ ESG objectives while delivering reliable and efficient services. This engagement further strengthens our long-term growth strategy and our role in enabling sustainable industrial logistics.” Dr. Khalid Khan, Chairman & Managing Director, Paradeep Parivahan Limited, said in a press release.
