Billion Electric Mobility (BillionE), in partnership with Hindalco Industries’ Birla Copper Division, has inaugurated Gujarat’s first heavy-duty electric freight corridor, marking a significant milestone in India’s transition toward sustainable industrial logistics. The 160-kilometer corridor connects Dahej to Asoj, providing a low-emission transport route for heavy industrial cargo.
Fleet and Operational Details
The initiative deploys 15 Ashok Leyland electric trucks, each with a 55-tonne capacity. Operations have commenced with 10 trucks immediately, with the remaining five scheduled for deployment within three months. This phased rollout ensures a smooth integration of electric vehicles (EVs) into industrial freight operations while minimising disruption to ongoing logistics activities.
Charging Infrastructure and Expansion Plans
BillionE will utilise ChargeZone’s charging network, establishing stations at Karjan, Bharuch, and another strategic point along the corridor to support continuous operations. Post the initial phase, the corridor is expected to expand to secondary routes, including Vapi, Daman, and Silvassa, further strengthening the adoption of electric heavy-duty vehicles in industrial logistics.
Statements from Leadership
Sanjeev Kulkarni, CEO of BillionE Mobility, stated:
“Launching this heavy-duty electric freight corridor represents a transformative step in India’s industrial logistics sector. Deploying electric trucks demonstrates that large-scale freight can be efficient, sustainable, and future-ready.”
Bishnu Agarwal, Functional Head, F&C Copper Business, Hindalco Industries Ltd., added:
“Transitioning to electric freight vehicles allows us to reduce carbon emissions, lower maintenance costs, and operate quietly, contributing to a sustainable and efficient industrial ecosystem.”
Impact on India’s Green Logistics Goals
This collaboration aligns with India’s broader objectives of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and dependence on fossil fuels in the freight sector. By integrating heavy-duty electric trucks and supporting charging infrastructure, the corridor is set to enhance operational efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and environmental sustainability for industrial logistics.
The project represents a pioneering effort in India’s EV adoption for commercial freight, setting a benchmark for other industries to transition toward clean, electrified logistics networks.
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