Electrification of Europe’s Truck Fleets: The Role of Grids

The drive towards greener transportation and logistics is accelerating. Many businesses are already opting for a variety of the more sustainable services on offer, aiming to ship their products at reduced emissions. Electric vehicles (EV) are emerging as a key component of this shift. Despite advancements in EV technology, particularly in battery capacity and range, […]

Introduction to the Sustainability Glossary: Key Concepts Simplified

As the logistics and transportation sectors move towards sustainability, understanding the terminology involved is crucial. Our educational campaign, aims to demystify these terms and promote a deeper understanding of sustainable transport solutions. This glossary provides straightforward explanations of important concepts like BEV, CSRD, ETS, and many many more. It’s designed to aid everyone from industry […]

Girteka Group Launches Educational Campaign on Sustainability

Today’s main challenge in the logistics and transport sectors is decarbonization. Electric trucks, intermodal transport, hydrogen powered vehicles, and biofuels are the most common solutions currently being discussed in terms of tackling the European Union’s (EU) ambitious emission reduction targets. However, understanding the discussion requires deep knowledge of details and technicalities and hard to understand […]

Evaluating Europe’s Readiness for Electric Truck Charging

The pace of road transport electrification is gaining momentum, driven by the increasing efforts to reduce carbon emissions. However, the transition to electric trucking faces significant infrastructure gaps and grid capacity limitations. The solution to the problem goes beyond partnerships between carriers and shippers, or manufacturers and consumers. Today, all stakeholders seem to agree that […]

Journey to the Future – A Truck Driver’s Electric Adventure

“In my 15 years driving through Norway’s landscapes, I’ve seen a lot,” begins Odd Thore, a Thermomax truck driver who’s witnessed first-hand the industry’s shift towards electric trucks. “From hauling food across the country to working in road maintenance, I’ve always relied on the rumble of a diesel engine beneath me. But now, it’s time […]