A.P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk) has partnered with local transportation provider Sotraser Chile to introduce electric trucks into its service offerings.
This initiative marks a significant step towards reducing logistics’ greenhouse gas emissions in the region.
Maersk and Sotraser will have available two types of electric trucks:
- Volvo FH Electric and FM Electric: Equipped with 540-kilowatt-hours (kWh) batteries, these trucks boast an impressive range of approximately 300 kilometres (km) per charge.
- Foton EAuman 2554: With a 350-kWh battery, this model achieves a range of around 220 km per charge.
These electric trucks can transport between 24 and 25 tonnes of cargo, meeting Chilean legal standards for weight and axle limits, and ensuring performance on par with traditional diesel trucks.
In Santiago, the operation features 20 simultaneous charging stations with a total installed capacity of 1,200 kW. Utilising split chargers of 600 kW, the setup allows for flexible energy management, with charging capacities ranging from 60 kW to 240 kW per connector.
Importantly, the operation is powered by 100 per cent renewable energy certified under the International Renewable Energy Certificates (I-RECs).
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The electric trucks are designed for urban, interurban, and port routes. Current routes include high-activity areas within the Metropolitan Region, urban distribution, and key interurban connections such as Santiago–Viña del Mar and Santiago–San Antonio.
In Antofagasta, electric trucks are already operational towards the Port of Mejillones, transporting chemicals for the mining industry.
During the pilot phase, the companies successfully implemented a 100 per cent electric transportation operation, covering over 8,400 kilometres across 31 trips on routes such as interurban connections within Santiago and Santiago–San Antonio.
Alexis Rodriguez, Head of Energy Transition Execution for Latin America at Maersk, said: “The collaboration with Sotraser is a significant step forward. Chile’s potential for electromobility in heavy-duty trucking is promising, with ongoing projects showcasing the benefits of electric trucks.”
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Pedro Peña Staub, Electromobility Manager at Sotraser, said: “Integrating our 100 per cent electric fleet into Maersk’s operations is not just a milestone for Sotraser—it is a clear signal that the future of logistics is already underway.
“We are proud to be part of this transformation alongside a global leader like Maersk, and we are confident that this is just the first step on a journey we will build together, decreasing emissions and driving more efficient transport solutions for Chile and South America.”
Earlier this month, HD Hyundai and Maersk signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on decarbonisation solutions for vessels.
