CARL HANSON
LOGISTICS & DISTRIBUTION
“ Cost shouldn’ t be a deterrent,” Carl explains“ especially when collaboration can unlock both environmental and commercial value.“ Our research shows that 37 % of companies that have cut CO₂ have also reduced operational costs. By working together, logistics businesses can share infrastructure, optimise delivery networks and gain access to a wider pool of technology and vehicle options.”
At Wincanton, technologies such as its EyeQ platform help identify ways to cut unnecessary mileage. This reduces both emissions and costs by avoiding empty running and creating more efficient route flows.
However, technology alone is not enough:“ In addition to technology, we also need greater collaboration across fleets, customers, suppliers and government to make sustainability scalable and affordable for all.”
CARL HANSON
TITLE: TRANSPORT MANAGING DIRECTOR
COMPANY: WINCANTON( NOW GXO LOGISTICS)
INDUSTRY: LOGISTICS
Carl’ s career spans the construction and rail sectors, with previous commercial and business roles at Balfour Beatty and Jarvis Rail. Under his leadership, Wincanton has experienced business growth, savings and operational improvements.
Mapping the low-carbon lane Strategic route planning is also a focus in Deloitte’ s“ Pathways to decarbonisation: Heavy road transport” report. It states that in the near to medium term,“ optimising routes and transport networks” should be considered a first-wave decarbonisation tool. Electrifying short-haul journeys and improving transport efficiency in key lanes can have a rapid impact in markets with supportive policy and incentives.
To do this well, logistics operators need a data-first approach. The report outlines the need for operations modelling, digital twins and detailed analysis of operating profiles. Factors such as distance, number of stops, average speed, geography and route predictability all contribute to mapping emissions and cost baselines. From here, planners can build a roadmap for phasing in cleaner options or phasing out older fleet assets.
Deloitte recommends prioritising which internal combustion engine( ICE) vehicles to replace first based on route type, fuelling and charging access, lifecycle and energy costs. With the right data, operators can flag“ prioritised routes and terminals” that are best suited for conversion to low-carbon alternatives. That said, the success of these plans once more depends on robust route planning.
Customs considerations add another layer. John, Chief Executive of Customs Support Group, explains:“ It’ s important to look at things holistically, recognising that optimisation is about so much more than distance or speed.
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