GreenLine, Exide Industries sign deal for green logistics

GreenLine Mobility Solutions, a part of Essar's green mobility initiative, announced a partnership with Exide Industries, India’s largest-selling battery brand.

The collaboration will integrate GreenLine’s eco-friendly LNG-powered trucks into Exide’s logistics operations, marking a significant step toward aligning Exide's supply chain with its sustainability goals, says an official release from Essar.

By adopting GreenLine’s LNG-powered fleet, Exide will reduce its environmental footprint while ensuring efficiency and reliability in its long-haul transportation, the release added.

"GreenLine’s LNG-powered fleet is equipped with advanced technology, real-time vehicle monitoring, predictive analytics and enhanced safety features. These trucks offer a cost-effective, reliable, and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional diesel-powered vehicles with a range of up to 1,200 km on a single tank, making them ideal for Exide’s long-haul transportation needs."

Anand Mimani, CEO, GreenLine Mobility Solutions says: “Partnering with Exide Industries marks a pivotal step in transforming the logistics landscape for the battery manufacturing sector. By integrating GreenLine’s LNG-powered fleet, Exide is not just optimising its supply chain but also leading the charge in reducing Scope 3 emissions — a critical focus area for sustainable manufacturing. This collaboration highlights how cutting-edge logistics solutions can align with the unique demands of the battery industry while driving measurable environmental impact.”

Avik Roy, MD & CEO, Exide Industries adds: "Sustainability has long been a core element of Exide’s business practices and we are accelerating our efforts to advance it. Partnering with Greenline to adopt LNG-powered trucks into our logistics network is one such tangible step towards a sustainable future. This initiative represents one facet of Exide’s broader commitment to environmental stewardship.”

Currently operating over 500 LNG-powered trucks, GreenLine is set to expand its fleet by an additional 1,000 trucks by March 2025, the release added.