IKEA Drives a Green Revolution in Indian Logistics with Electric Freight Truck

In a decisive move toward sustainable logistics, IKEA has become the first company in India to deploy a heavy-duty electric truck for commercial operations. Teaming up with BLR Logistiks, this initiative marks a significant leap—not only for cleaner transportation, but for reshaping the future of freight movement in the country.

The electric truck, now in regular operation on the 120-kilometer Mumbai–Pune corridor, has already completed over 100 successful trips. Its impact has been immediate and far-reaching, displacing two conventional diesel trucks while improving operational efficiency, reducing costs, and significantly cutting emissions.

Setting New Benchmarks

The e-Truck is setting new benchmarks for what’s possible in commercial transport:

• 30% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, equivalent to avoiding 206 tons of CO₂ emissions each year
• 16% savings in annual transport costs, offering real business value
• 160,000 kilometres of empty hauls eliminated annually, thanks to optimized routing
• Delivery turnaround slashed from two days to one, doubling delivery speed

A Scalable Model for the Future

This move is tightly aligned with IKEA’s global goal of cutting its transport-related carbon emissions by 70% by 2030. More importantly, it provides a live, scalable example for other businesses in India that are navigating the twin pressures of climate responsibility and supply chain efficiency.

By showing that electric heavy-duty vehicles can be both environmentally impactful and financially viable, IKEA is turning aspiration into action.

A Tipping Point for India’s Logistics Sector

IKEA’s pioneering deployment doesn’t just showcase technological innovation—it represents a mindset shift in how businesses can rethink transportation.

As more companies consider transitioning their fleets, IKEA’s success story might just become the blueprint for a cleaner, faster, and more cost-effective logistics future.