The laminates manufacturing and surface solutions firm Merino Industries announced its partnership with Essar’s green mobility initiative GreenLine Mobility Solutions to integrate LNG-powered trucks into its logistics operations as part of its efforts to reduce Scope 3 emissions.
“This collaboration reflects Merino’s ongoing commitment to decarbonising its value chain and promoting sustainable practices within the industry. Through its integrated sustainability program, Nirmal, Merino has already made significant progress in reducing its environmental footprint,” reads the release.
The company now meets 75 percent of its energy needs through non-fossil fuel sources such as solar, agro residue, and biogas. These initiatives have already led to a reduction of 95,000 metric tonnes of CO₂ equivalent emissions annually.
Merino is a manufacturer and marketer of interiors solutions with a collection of products for homes, offices, commercial and public areas.
GreenLine has a fleet of LNG-powered heavy commercial trucks deployed across industries such as FMCG, e-commerce, automotive, cement, steel, metals and mining, express cargo, oil and gas, and chemicals. GreenLine’s LNG-powered trucks help reduce carbon dioxide emissions by up to 30 percent compared to traditional diesel vehicles, collectively reducing approximately 7,825 tonnes of carbon emissions to date.
Prakash Lohia, Managing Director of Merino Industries, said, “This transition marks a pivotal moment in our journey toward sustainable operations. The adoption of LNG-powered trucks not only aligns with our vision for a greener tomorrow but also sets a benchmark for responsible logistics in the industry. Together with GreenLine, we are creating a cleaner and more sustainable operational network in India.”
Anand Mimani, CEO of GreenLine Logistics Solutions, further added stating, “As we expand our fleet across various sectors, this partnership with Merino Industries marks a significant milestone, being the first of its kind in the laminate industry. By introducing LNG-powered trucks into their logistics operations, we are not only reducing emissions but also paving the way for sustainable practices to be adopted more widely across different industries.”