Toll Group launches first electric decarbonisation hub in Singapore
The initiative is expected to cut emissions by up to 80% per trip by vessels
[SINGAPORE] Global transportation and logistics provider Toll Group on Friday (Dec 12) launched Singapore’s first decarbonisation hub dedicated to electric supply vessels.
The initiative is expected to cut emissions on each trip by these vessels by up to 80 per cent, said the group.
It can save over a tonne of carbon dioxide for each trip, while “optimising vessel movements” and leading to overall improvements in operational efficiency.
A decarbonisation hub is a centralised facility that drives the transition to low-carbon operations by integrating clean-energy technologies, infrastructure and processes to reduce emissions across the supply chain.
Located near Changi Airport and Singapore’s Eastern Anchorage, the hub enables rapid air-sea connectivity, consolidated warehousing and efficient trailer access.
It was developed in partnership with Yinson GreenTech to enable a broader adoption of green maritime technologies, lessen fossil fuel dependency and cut emissions throughout the Asia-Pacific.
The move sets a new benchmark for smart, safe and sustainable port operations aligned with Singapore’s Green Plan 2030, and would help Toll Group to achieve its global net-zero ambitions, the company said.
A digitally-driven operation
The new hub integrates electric marine transport, smart warehousing and efficient cargo trucking into a “digitally connected”, end-to-end operation.
“Real-time coordination ensures clean, responsive logistics and service levels for customers in one of the world’s most dynamic logistics hubs,” Toll Group said.
The purpose-built charging infrastructure and smart cargo handling equipment will maximise uptime and ensure predictable turnarounds for time-sensitive cargo.
“Digitally verified processes will guarantee fast, safe and efficient transfers (as well),” it added.
Jonathon Kottegoda-Breden, president of Asia Logistics at Toll Group, said that Singapore is a “critical growth engine” for the company, with the launch reflecting the group’s commitment to build “smarter, cleaner” supply chains.
“We’re pioneering a blueprint for sustainable maritime logistics across Asia,” he added.
Founded in 1888, Toll Group began as a coal-transport business using horse and cart in Newcastle in Australia’s state of New South Wales. The company subsequently expanded through acquisitions across the Asia-Pacific, Europe and the Americas.
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