Gujarat has taken a major step toward sustainable industrial logistics with the inauguration of the state’s first heavy-duty electric freight corridor by Billion Electric Mobility (BillionE), in partnership with Hindalco Industries’ Birla Copper Division.
The 160 km corridor connects Dahej and Asoj and will initially deploy a fleet of 15 Ashok Leyland electric trucks, each with a 55-ton capacity. Ten trucks are operational immediately, with the remaining five set to join within three months. The initiative aims to deliver zero-emission transport while reducing India’s reliance on oil imports.
Sanjeev Kulkarni, CEO of BillionE, said, “This corridor is more than a milestone, it’s a transformation in large-scale goods movement. Heavy logistics have long relied on fossil fuels, contributing to emissions and energy vulnerability. Electric trucks prove that industrial transport can be both efficient and sustainable. Our partnership with Hindalco paves the way for a nationwide network of zero-emission freight corridors, helping businesses decarbonise while improving efficiency and reducing costs.”
Bishnu Agarwal, Functional Head of F&C Copper Business at Hindalco, added, “Logistics is the backbone of our operations, and transitioning to EVs helps us cut carbon emissions while improving efficiency. Quieter, low-maintenance, and future-ready vehicles turn sustainability into a business advantage, not just a regulatory requirement.”
BillionE will leverage ChargeZone’s network with charging stations located at Karjan, Bharuch, and a strategic midpoint along the route. Following the initial rollout, additional electric trucks will support secondary transport across Vapi, Daman, and Silvassa, further expanding Gujarat’s zero-emission freight network.
This initiative marks a significant push toward green industrial logistics in India, showcasing the potential of electric vehicles in large-scale goods movement.
