News, 21 July 2025
Henkel Adhesive Technologies, and a logistics provider has launched mid-haul electric truck program. This pilot project will provide connections between two major industrial routes:
- Chennai to Pune, covering 1,321 km
- Pune to Halol, spanning 713 km
Advancing Towards Net-Zero Emissions
This pilot program represents a crucial stride in Henkel’s efforts to reduce its Scope 1, 2, and 3 carbon emissions, aligning with its global objective of achieving net-zero emissions by 2045. Henkel projects that a single round trip between Chennai and Pune will prevent over 1,212 kg of greenhouse gas emissions, highlighting the substantial environmental benefits possible on a larger scale.
The trucks deployed in this project are repurposed diesel vehicles that have been fully converted to electric powertrains, offering an economical and eco-conscious solution for mid-haul logistics.
Key Specifications:
- Range: 250 km per charge
- Payload: Up to 8 tons
- Routes: Chennai–Pune and Pune–Halol
- Emission Savings: Approximately 1.2 tonnes of CO₂ per trip
Henkel’s Presence in India
Henkel Adhesive Technologies India Pvt Ltd, headquartered in Navi Mumbai, is a leading producer of adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings. Henkel’s new electric truck program complements India’s broader objectives for EV adoption, green logistics, and sustainable transportation. Government incentives under the National Logistics Policy and FAME II are expected to drive accelerated growth in mid-haul electric transportation over the next decade.
