AVG Logistics has launched a dedicated CNG-based green logistics corridor in collaboration with Nestlé India and Ashok Leyland, marking a significant step towards reducing carbon emissions in long-haul freight transportation. The initiative is aimed at integrating cleaner fuel technology into large-scale supply chain operations while maintaining operational efficiency and reliability.
As part of the project, a fleet of 50 CNG-powered heavy commercial vehicles manufactured by Ashok Leyland has been deployed to service Nestlé India’s logistics requirements. These vehicles will operate on identified freight routes forming a green corridor, collectively covering an estimated 2.75 lakh kilometres every month. The transition from diesel to CNG-powered trucks is expected to result in a substantial reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, with estimated annual carbon dioxide savings of approximately 1.1 lakh kilograms.
AVG Logistics stated that the green corridor initiative aligns with its long-term strategy of adopting environmentally responsible transportation solutions across its fleet. The company highlighted that the use of CNG vehicles not only contributes to lower emissions but also helps improve fuel efficiency and reduce operating costs, supporting both sustainability and business performance objectives.
Ashok Leyland played a key role in the project by supplying CNG-enabled commercial vehicles designed for long-distance logistics applications. These trucks are equipped to meet modern emission norms while delivering the payload capacity and durability required for large-scale goods movement. The deployment also reflects the growing availability and acceptance of alternative fuel commercial vehicles in India’s freight ecosystem.
Nestlé India, which has been actively working towards reducing the environmental footprint of its supply chain, is leveraging the green corridor to move goods more sustainably across key distribution routes. The initiative supports the company’s broader sustainability commitments, including lowering emissions from transportation and increasing the share of cleaner fuels in logistics operations.
The launch of the CNG green corridor highlights a broader trend within India’s logistics sector, where fleet operators, manufacturers and large cargo owners are increasingly collaborating to adopt cleaner mobility solutions. With rising fuel costs, tightening emission norms and growing pressure to decarbonise supply chains, such partnerships are expected to play a crucial role in accelerating the transition towards greener freight transportation.
The project also demonstrates how alternative fuels like CNG can serve as an effective transitional solution in the journey towards zero-emission logistics, particularly for long-haul and high-utilisation routes where electric trucking is still at a nascent stage.
