Integrated logistics services provider, for express and B2B logistics operations, Delhivery, plans to soon increase its fleet of Volvo truck to over 500 as it has awarded a contract to the company to supply another 200 trucks.
Volvo Trucks India, a division of VE Commercial Vehicles, has already deliveryed the 325th tractor-trailer solution to Delhivery, the company said in a statement.
Volvo Trucks and Delhivery joined hands in 2019 when the first FM 4×2 tractor-trailer solution was introduced for express cargo logistics setting new standards on delivery schedule as well as improving the cost efficiency of services. Since then, the Volvo-Delhivery partnership has clearly highlighted the Volvo FM 420 4×2 tractor-trailer solution as the ideal industry benchmark for express logistics clocking up to 25,000 kms a month with exceptional Uptime.
“We are pleased to receive a Letter of Intent for 200 more units for upcoming requirements at Delhivery, and this would take the overall Volvo Trucks fleet in Delhivery operations to 500+ units,” Jonas Nilsson, Vice President India & Indonesia, Volvo Trucks International, said.
Meanwhile, commercial trials for liquified natural gas tractor trailer solutions have also been ongoing since September 2022 on select routes, and the results so far look very promising, with improved fuel efficiency as well as reduced emissions, the company said.
“We look forward to jointly driving more sustainable transport solutions in India, bringing the best of global expertise where Volvo Trucks is leading the transformation,” Roger Alm, President- Volvo Trucks Corporation, said.
Commenting on the development Vinod Aggarwal, MD & CEO, VE Commercial Vehicles, said, “We started the partnership journey four years ago, and Delhivery and Volvo Trucks have driven the change in the industry by introducing the most innovative solutions. This is in line with the vision of the government, as laid out in the National Logistics Policy, and is a significant milestone in Volvo Trucks’ journey in the long-haul segment in India.”
Sahil Barua, Managing Director, and Chief Executive Officer, Delhivery, said that these tractor-trailers are critical to its mid-mile strategy and go a long way in making our network highly efficient and more sustainable. “Since the start of our partnership with Volvo, we have scaled up the salience of these tractor-trailers within our network. We are excited about the future of this partnership and the rollout of newer platforms such as LNG and Electric trucks,” Barua added.
Recognizing the important milestone in the journey with Delhivery, Dinakar, EVP Volvo Trucks India, said, “Turn-around time, efficiency, and driver productivity are the key to being successful in this segment. Our FM 4×2 tractor-trailer solution, backed by world-class support services including customized driver training programs, enabled to improve overall operational efficiencies and grow the business together.”
