Capital Equipment News August 2022

TRANSPORT

By using less fuel, CO 2 emissions are reduced which in turn has a positive effect on the environment.

Pioneering a new era in sustainable transport solutions

Over the next two decades, transport technology will change faster than any time since the industrial revolution. In place of trucks and buses powered by fossil fuels and internal combustion engines, transport technology will ultimately shift to electric vehicles.

I t’s a transition driven by climate change, regulatory changes to emission controls and a re newed understanding that transport mobility plays a crucial role in inclusive economic prosperity. For decades, Scania has been leading this shift.

Sustainability is at the heart of Scania’s business philosophy. “Built into every one of our vehicles is our advanced technology that drives our

sustainability goals,” explains Bergvall. “Starting with our lean modular manufacturing system, based on a fixed number of standardised interfaces, which allows for parts and components to be interchanged, our vehicles can be easily adapted to

C0 2 By optimising vehicle specifications, employing driver training and committing to a Flexible Maintenance Plan, our customers are benefiting from maximised fuel economies across their fleets. By using less fuel, CO 2 emissions are reduced which in turn has a positive effect on the environment.

“We’ve set new standards for the transport industry through

our advanced transport solutions that eliminate waste, while maximising the use of our advanced

meet our customers' specific needs, while optimising their profit potential.” Lean components also extend to Scania’s vehicle engines. By keeping

technological leadership,” says Erik Bergvall, managing director, Scania Southern Africa. “It’s about using less to deliver more”.

engines as lightweight as possible,

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CAPITAL EQUIPMENT NEWS AUGUST 2022