New Volvo FE Electric Truck to Cut 39 Tonnes of Carbon Emissions Annually in Brisbane Operations
Toll Group has successfully deployed a Volvo FE Electric 4×2 rigid truck into its fleet to support Origin Energy’s LPG cylinder delivery operations. The move marks a significant milestone in decarbonizing Australia’s heavy logistics sector and represents a collaborative effort to integrate clean energy solutions into complex urban supply chains.
The purpose-built vehicle is designed specifically for the unique safety and weight requirements of LPG distribution. Operating in metropolitan Brisbane, the truck offers a daily range of 200–275 km per duty cycle. Compared to traditional diesel vehicles, this single electric unit is estimated to reduce carbon emissions by 39 tonnes of CO2 annually while significantly lowering noise pollution in residential areas.
Part of a $67 Million National Electrification Strategy
The deployment is a key component of Toll’s broader $67 million investment in battery-electric heavy vehicles and charging infrastructure. This initiative is co-funded by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) under its “Driving the Nation” program, which aims to integrate 28 electric vehicles into Toll’s national fleet.
Michael Rugendyke, President of Resources & Industrials at Toll, stated that the project proves electric heavy vehicles are a practical solution for complex supply chains rather than just a concept. He noted that the partnership with Origin Energy highlights how industry collaboration can accelerate the transition to cleaner logistics.
Tailored Innovation for Dangerous Goods
The development of the vehicle took over a year, involving a strategic partnership to ensure the truck could handle the specific demands of dangerous goods transport.
Amber Fennell, General Manager of Origin LPG, emphasized the custom nature of the solution: “Our partnership with Toll has enabled us to develop this electric vehicle specifically designed for LPG cylinder delivery. Based on the success of this trial, we are excited about the potential for electric vehicles to transform our LPG operations in the future.”
The Volvo FE Electric features a gross combination weight of up to 27 tonnes and can reach a full charge in approximately 2.3 hours using 150 kW fast charging. The Brisbane trial will continue to provide data on performance and operational efficiency to inform future low-emission transport strategies across Toll’s nationwide network.
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