Airport logistics specialist Amalga has begun its fleet electrification journey following fleet analysis through Reflex Vehicle Hire’s EV:IE tool.
Amalga, which provides services and support to some of Britain’s biggest airports, including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, and Luton, used the EV:IE service to identify and select the first pure electric vehicle that will revolutionise its dynamic fleet operations.
The new Peugeot e-Partner marks the beginning of their electrifying adventure towards sustainability following a consultation with the EV:IE team, who provided insights into areas including vehicle performance, suitability and, importantly, lead times. The adoption of electric vehicles is supporting Amalga’s 2026 Net Zero goal in support of Heathrow’s 2.0 Sustainability Strategy.
James Walker, operations manager for Amalga, said: “The team were really helpful and focused on our business. They talked us through the options and we discussed how to account for extended manufacturer lead times in our planning and ordering process.”
The new van is being used to move tools and materials between sites as part of Amalga’s extensive range of airport services, which include procurement, security screening, airside deliveries, cleaning, stock control, installs, and maintenance.
Amalga, a gold member of the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS), operates a fleet of nine vehicles, including six vans. It is reviewing switching the remainder of the diesel fleet to hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) as a cleaner alternative to fossil fuels, ahead of an eventual switch to electric.
Lisa Spong, sales director of Reflex Vehicle Hire, said: “Every fleet in the country needs to prepare for the transition to electric energy over the coming decade as part of the government’s Road to Zero strategy.”
Lisa Spong added: “It is important to plan ahead for the switch away from fossil fuels to ensure companies source the right vehicles and maintain a focus on cost efficiency and compliance. Through our EV:IE service, we are helping businesses throughout the country to prepare for change and successfully adapt to an electric future.”
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