Australia News: McDonald’s is advancing its sustainability efforts by adding ten Volvo VNR electric vehicles to its supply chain through Martin Brower, a leading logistics provider. These new electric trucks will deliver food and beverages to McDonald’s restaurants in Montreal and Toronto, supporting the company’s goal to reduce its carbon footprint.
Sustainable Partnership: Martin Brower and McDonald’s are collaborating to meet sustainability targets.
Fleet Expansion: After a successful trial in 2022, Martin Brower adds ten more Volvo VNR Electric trucks to its fleet.
Operational Areas: Seven trucks will serve the Toronto area, and three will operate in Montreal from the Baie d’Urfé distribution center.
Net-Zero Goal: McDonald’s aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions globally by 2050.
Matthew Blackman of Volvo Trucks North America praised McDonald’s for its efforts to decarbonize transportation, highlighting the reliability of the Volvo VNR Electric for routine routes and heavy loads.
Trial and Expansion
The initial trial of a Volvo VNR Electric tractor in Montreal proved successful, prompting McDonald’s Canada and Martin Brower to expand the fleet. Hope Bentley, McDonald’s Canada supply chain head, affirmed the company’s commitment to net-zero emissions by 2050. Julie Dell’Aniello, president of Martin Brower Canada, emphasized the partnership’s dedication to sustainable logistics, dating back to their first collaboration in 1956.
Support and Service:
Martin Brower worked with Vision Truck Group, a Volvo Trucks Certified Electric Vehicle Dealer, to optimize truck configurations using the Electric Performance Generator (EPG) tool. The Baie d’Urfé-based vehicles will be serviced by Camions Volvo Montreal, and the Toronto vehicles by Vision Truck Group.
Bottom Line
McDonald’s partnership with Martin Brower and the expansion of the Volvo VNR Electric fleet highlight a significant move towards sustainable logistics and reduced carbon emissions in the supply chain.
