DP World is expanding its Low Carbon Truck Programme (LCTP) in the UK with a new initiative to allow fleets to trial electric HGVs through a dedicated rental initiative at Southampton port. The second phase of DP World’s Low Carbon Truck Programme, known as the Electric Vehicle Introduction and Transition Accelerator (Evita) trial, builds on a successful pilot launched in January in partnership with the University of Cambridge’s Centre for Sustainable Road Freight and Project Jolt. Beginning in July and running until 2029, the programme enables hauliers to use electric HGVs with costs aligned to diesel vehicles, for a period of 12-weeks in real-world operating conditions. There are now more than 1,500 trucks registered to the Low Carbon Truck Programme, supporting more than 60 UK fleets. The Evita trial aims to help members understand how electric HGVs perform across their own routes and supply chains in comparison to traditional diesel trucks. Several hauliers have already received their new electric HGVs as part of the latest initiative, including Williams Shipping and ATL Haulage. The vehicles are fitted with tracking systems that allow participating customers to analyse their performance, efficiency and environmental impact. Initially, electric HGVs from Mercedes-Benz, Volvo and MAN will be available, increasing to four vehicles from October. Delivered in partnership with Hireco, the programme is expected to provide up to 100 trial opportunities for hauliers over its three-year duration. Ensure you always get Fleet News insight. Make us your preferred source on Google John Trenchard, vice president, sustainable supply chains Europe at DP World, said: “More than 80% of UK freight is transported by road, so decarbonisation initiatives that empower hauliers to take action on their own supply chains are key for the UK energy transition. “With the Evita trial, DP World is demonstrating its commitment to enabling the