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Decarbonization
day, without disrupting the flow of goods that their customers rely on.
Building a resilient, adaptable fleet strategy
This proactive mindset is crucial as fleet
renewal programs represent a critical crossroad. Over the next five years, many businesses will commit to operating vehicles for the coming decade – a period when netzero goals become urgent and unavoidable. Unlike some areas of operations that can be updated incrementally, fleet assets can’ t be rapidly swapped out, locking companies into emissions profiles and operational constraints. That’ s why today’ s procurement decisions must balance immediate needs with adaptability, incorporating electrification, alternative fuels, and operational flexibility to stay future-ready.
The good news is that this kind of longterm, holistic thinking is already being
embraced by leading logistics operators. The companies leading now in decarbonizing their
fleet using this holistic approach will be those that can better capitalize as new and greener technology becomes more affordable, efficient, and accessible. Decarbonization now needs to sit as a core component of fleet strategy influencing operations, training, and procurement, and companies that adopt this integrated approach can unlock significant emissions reductions regardless of external conditions. ■
Chris
Hyde www. gxo. com
Chris Hyde is the Managing Director, Food and Beverage, at GXO UK & I. Having started in the logistics industry over 25 years ago after graduating with a degree in business and finance, Chris has worked across many sectors and joined GXO in 2003. Over the course of the last 18 years, Chris has worked his way up through the organization from Contract Operations Manager to his current role.
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