Volvo, Linde to deploy five LNG-powered trucks in Canada
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Linde Canada aims to utilise these trucks to reduce CO2 emissions and improve efficiency in its operations. [Image: Volvo]
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Volvo Trucks North America is partnering with Linde Canada Inc. for a unique pilot project in which five Volvo FH LNG-powered trucks will be imported and deployed in Canada, Volva announced on August 21.
These trucks are designed for long-haul transport with a range of up to 1,000 km and the capability to carry up to 60 tonnes. Linde Canada aims to utilise these trucks to reduce CO2 emissions and improve efficiency in its operations.
Combined with Westport's high-pressure direct gas-injection system, these vehicles offer the same drivability, performance, and torque levels as diesel engines, but with drastically lower CO2 emissions, Volvo said.
“By embracing innovative technologies, Volvo Trucks continues to lead the shift in reducing CO2 emissions and bolstering environmental benefits through sustainable fuel options, including battery-electric, and fuel cell hydrogen,” said Paul Kudla, managing director for Canada, Volvo Trucks North America. “Volvo's LNG fuelling approach – widely adopted in Europe – has proven its effectiveness in reducing CO2 emissions, offering fleets both a sustainable and efficient solution. We are excited to enable Linde Canada to move forward with this one-time pilot project utilising their extensive experience with LNG vehicles and existing fueling infrastructure.”
The deployment of five Volvo FH models fuelled by LNG, featuring options of 420, 460, or 500 hp power ratings with up to 2,500 Nm of torque, will be on the road in Canada later this year. Linde Canada is building its own LNG supply and infrastructure for a seamless integration of the Volvo FH trucks into its fleet.
“Linde is committed to investing in our planet and is moving towards a lower carbon footprint with significant reductions by 2030 and net-zero by 2050,” said Laura Lunt, director, Energy Services, Linde Canada Inc. “Linde is working with Volvo Trucks and importing FH 460 hp Class 8 tractors to operate alongside our existing Volvo Trucks diesel Class 8 tractors on a Canadian trial. We believe LNG technology is one way we will achieve our goals for our transportation fleet.”
