Shared light electric vehicle operator Lime has announced its transition to HVO100 Drayage vehicles for its European shipments and logistics from port-to-hub.
Two distribution agents, Alblas and NeeleVat, have fully transitioned to using HVO100 for their Lime operations, allowing Lime to save an estimated 7,100 kg of CO2.
HVO100 is a renewable fuel made from 100% waste and residue oils, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional diesel. It provides around 89% CO2 savings compared to diesel.
In June, HVO100 was piloted covering 50% of drayage trucking operations, and by August it was used for 100% of operations in the EMEA region.
In March, Lime announced a new partnership with Hight Logistics, which is using electric trucks to provide zero emissions port transportation for hauling Lime’s vehicles and parts to its logistics hubs in California, representing 100% of North American shipments. Between North America and Rotterdam, all Lime’s port trucking now comprises low-carbon transport.
As part of the announcement, Lime is also sharing its commitment to the World Economic Forum’s Mission Possible Partnership for zero-emission international shipping. It will ensure 10% of the volume of its goods shipped internationally will be on ships using zero-emission fuels by 2030 and 100% of shipments by 2040.
Lime has so far achieved a 59.5% carbon intensity reduction from its 2019 baseline and anticipates further reductions in emissions in 2024 with a report on its annual carbon assessment early 2025.
Andrew Savage, VP for Sustainability at Lime, said:
“Decarbonizing our logistics is a critical part of our mission and aggressive roadmap to net zero. With this new initiative in Rotterdam, between Europe and North America, Lime’s freight moves from port to hub using an average of 95% less carbon.
“While our goal is to utilize zero emissions vehicles for our logistics globally, we know we’ll need to work with providers and the industry to mature to meet this growing demand.”
