Toll Group has reaffirmed its commitment to decarbonizing its logistics operations by becoming a foundation partner in Viva Energy’s new hydrogen refueling station. The facility, officially opened today by Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles and Victorian Minister for Climate Action, Energy and Resources Lily D’Ambrosio, is a key step in Toll’s strategy to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
The new hub, supported by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) and the Victorian Government, will provide renewable hydrogen to a fleet of heavy vehicles. Toll’s participation includes the deployment of two hydrogen-powered prime movers, which are scheduled to begin operations later this year. These B-Double vehicles will transport steel products on a 300-kilometer round trip between Hastings and Geelong, a route expected to save 95,000 liters of diesel and eliminate 254 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually.
This investment in hydrogen complements Toll’s broader $200 million commitment to fleet renewal, which involves upgrading its Australian fleet with next-generation, fuel-efficient vehicles as part of a phased transition to low-emission transport.
Anna Green, Toll Group’s Chief Commercial and Sustainability Officer, noted that the company is focused on identifying a diverse mix of renewable and low-emission fuel sources. “We’re proud to be one of the first in our sector making a meaningful investment in hydrogen transport,” she said. “We know the path to net zero will rely on a range of technologies. That’s why we’re investing in hydrogen, electric vehicles, and more efficient diesel alternatives as we progress toward a low-emissions future.”
Green added that the hydrogen deployment builds on Toll’s existing position as a major operator of electric heavy vehicles in Australia’s third-party logistics sector. “With support from ARENA, we announced a $67 million investment last year in the purchase and operation of 28 battery-electric heavy vehicles and new charging infrastructure across 10 locations nationwide,” she concluded. “We’re working closely with our customers to deliver logistics solutions that support their growth ambitions while helping reduce environmental impact.”
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