FMCG major Dabur India Ltd. has announced a strategic partnership with GreenLine Mobility Solutions Ltd., an Essar venture, to deploy liquefied natural gas (LNG)-powered trucks across its extensive logistics network. This collaboration marks a significant step in Dabur's ongoing efforts to decarbonize its road freight operations and achieve a more sustainable supply chain.
Transitioning to Cleaner Road Freight
Under the new agreement, GreenLine will provide heavy commercial vehicles fueled by LNG for Dabur India's long-haul transportation requirements. The initiative is designed to drastically lower carbon emissions associated with freight movement without compromising the essential reliability and delivery performance crucial for a fast-moving consumer goods company.
Road freight currently stands as a major contributor to transport-related emissions in India. This has spurred businesses across various sectors to explore and adopt cleaner fuel alternatives, including LNG and electric vehicles, as part of their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) commitments.
Environmental Impact and Operational Efficiency
While LNG-powered trucks do produce emissions, they offer a substantial reduction in carbon emissions compared to conventional diesel-powered heavy vehicles. Furthermore, they contribute to a significant decrease in particulate matter and nitrogen oxide emissions, improving air quality.
Charles Devlin D'Costa, Vice President – Sales at GreenLine Mobility Solutions Ltd., highlighted the growing industry interest in cleaner freight mobility. "We are pleased to partner with Dabur India, one of India's most respected consumer goods companies, as it adopts greener road transportation solutions. It is encouraging to see more leading Indian companies making low-emission logistics an integral part of their business strategy," D'Costa stated. He added that such partnerships are vital for strengthening the transition towards a more sustainable logistics ecosystem in India.
Dabur's Commitment to Sustainability
Samrat Sehgal, Global Director of Supply Chain at Dabur India, emphasized that reducing the environmental footprint of the company's supply chain is a core component of its broader sustainability roadmap. "Our partnership with GreenLine enables us to integrate lower-emission transportation into our logistics operations while maintaining efficiency and reliability. We believe collaborations like these will play a key role in building a more sustainable and future-ready supply chain," Sehgal commented.
Dabur India, with a 141-year legacy, reaches a vast majority of Indian households and has been consistently integrating sustainability initiatives across its diverse operations, from expanding nursery infrastructure for medicinal plant cultivation to now decarbonizing its logistics.
GreenLine's Expanding Green Fleet
GreenLine Mobility Solutions is recognized as one of India's largest operators of LNG- and electric-powered heavy commercial vehicles. The company currently manages a fleet of over 1,000 LNG and EV trucks, serving major freight corridors for industries including FMCG, steel, cement, mining, and chemicals. GreenLine reports that its fleet has collectively traveled over 100 million kilometers, preventing more than 27,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions for its clients.
Beyond fleet operation, GreenLine is also actively developing supporting infrastructure through its subsidiary, Ultra Gas and Energy Ltd., which is establishing a nationwide network of LNG refuelling stations to facilitate the wider adoption of LNG-powered freight transportation across India.