IAG Cargo transitions 160-truck fleet at London Heathrow to HVO
Transition to hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) will reduce GHG emissions by up to 90% & reduce NOx, PM for IAG Cargo
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IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG), has completed a transition from diesel to hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) for its 160-strong ground vehicle fleet at London Heathrow.
"HVO is a drop-in replacement for white diesel, made from plant waste and fully renewable materials, meaning that it has a significant impact on net carbon emissions," says an official release.
For IAG Cargo, the transition to HVO will reduce net greenhouse gas emissions by up to 90 percent and significantly reduce nitrogen oxide (NOx) and particulate matter (PM), the release added. "These reductions will reduce IAG Cargo’s overall Scope 1 emissions by approximately 50 percent, contributing to the company’s sustainability targets.
The fleet consists of a range of vehicles from small vans to large tugs which can tow trailers holding several tonnes of cargo. The transition to HVO was completed in March 2024 and the benefits have been continuously measured, the release added.
“Transitioning our fleet of ground vehicles from diesel to HVO showcases our commitment to sustainable operations," says David Rose, Director, London Operations, IAG Cargo. "This move to HVO for our large fleet at London Heathrow is just one of the actions we are taking to reach our goal of net-zero by 2050 and will pave the way for a more sustainable future at IAG Cargo.”
IAG Cargo is also looking for further ways to reduce the carbon impact of its global fleet. This includes measures like additional electric vehicles (EVs), and a concerted effort to streamline total vehicles in operation with its fleet at the Dublin hub already powered by electric or HVO vehicles, the release added.
