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CEVA Logistics is pushing forward its sustainability agenda with concrete steps to decarbonize its European ground and rail transport under the company’s Switch 30 program. The initiative, part of the broader CEVA FORPLANET strategy, aims to cut CO₂ emissions by 30% by 2030 — a target that reflects a growing shift across the logistics industry toward measurable environmental action rather than distant promises.
Driving Decarbonization Through Collaboration
The company’s efforts include significant investments in alternative energy sources and electric vehicle (EV) fleets, marking a tangible move toward low-emission transport. One key development is CEVA’s collaboration with SANEF and ENGIE to pilot relay-based EV truck operations on European motorways — a concept designed to extend the operational range of electric trucks without long downtime for charging.
In parallel, CEVA is also testing hydrogen-powered trucks in partnership with Toyota, signaling its intent to diversify its decarbonization approach across multiple technologies. These pilot programs are aimed at understanding real-world performance, costs, and infrastructure demands — essential factors in the company’s long-term sustainability roadmap.
A Shift in Operations and Mindset
Speaking on the initiative, Cédric Chacon, Head of Ground & Rail Europe at CEVA Logistics, highlighted how the company is rethinking not just its fleet, but the entire operational mindset around sustainable logistics. “We’re transforming our operations, assets, and mindsets to build a more sustainable future for logistics,” Chacon said in a recent company statement.
The company’s focus on combining innovation with collaboration reflects a broader industry trend — logistics operators are now working together with energy providers and technology companies to accelerate decarbonization across the supply chain. By integrating new technologies and optimizing operational models, CEVA is positioning itself as part of a new generation of transport providers navigating Europe’s evolving sustainability landscape.
