Bombay Logistics has commenced commercial operations of a fleet of LNG-powered heavy-duty trucks from Blue Energy Motors, with the vehicles deployed in the Toranagallu region for JSW Steel operations.
The deployment marks a significant step towards the adoption of alternative-fuel solutions for intensive industrial freight movement in Karnataka. The LNG trucks are designed to deliver the performance, efficiency and long-haul capability required for demanding commercial applications.
According to Blue Energy Motors, its LNG trucks offer up to 20% better fuel efficiency, helping fleet operators improve operating economics while reducing the carbon intensity of their transportation operations.
Thimmaraj Kakarla, Managing Partner, Bombay Logistics, said the company’s decision to adopt LNG was driven by the need for a practical and commercially viable solution.
“For us, the move to LNG is about finding a practical solution that works on the road and makes commercial sense. The performance and fuel efficiency of the Blue Energy Motors trucks were important considerations, while the Blue Energy Motors team’s support throughout the deployment, from vehicle handover and route planning to on-ground assistance, made the transition seamless,” he said.
He added that the deployment for JSW Steel represents an important step towards improving operating efficiency while reducing the carbon footprint of freight movement.
Anand Mimani, CEO, EV & New Energy, Blue Energy Motors, said the company was pleased to support Bombay Logistics in deploying LNG trucks for demanding industrial operations.
“Our priority is simple: deliver the performance and reliability the customer needs while making the shift to cleaner freight practical,” he said.
The deployment is being supported by the leadership team at Bombay Logistics, including Raghavendra Ghodke, Managing Partner, and Deewakar Kakarla, General Manager, who continue to focus on operational efficiency and the adoption of alternative-fuel solutions across the company’s freight operations.
Blue Energy Motors currently has more than 1,400 trucks operating across key freight routes in India. The company has also crossed 100 million green kilometres on Indian roads and reports having helped avoid more than 30,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions, equivalent to the carbon absorption capacity of nearly 1.2 million trees.
The company, which describes itself as India’s No. 1 Green Truck Brand, is expanding its presence across LNG and electric heavy-duty transportation.
The latest deployment with Bombay Logistics adds to Blue Energy Motors’ growing experience in industrial and freight applications, highlighting the increasing role of LNG and other alternative-fuel technologies in supporting more efficient and lower-carbon commercial transportation.