Hindustan Zinc Limited has signed a contract with GreenLine Mobility Solutions to expand the deployment of electric and liquefied natural gas (LNG) trucks in its logistics network. The move forms part of the company’s broader strategy to decarbonise its operations and supply chain.
Under the agreement, GreenLine will invest ₹400 crore to deploy 100 electric trucks and establish a battery swapping system for concentrate transportation between Hindustan Zinc’s mines and smelters. The system includes three high-capacity battery swapping stations to enable continuous operations.
This marks the country’s first commercial-scale battery swapping infrastructure for concentrate logistics. In parallel, the partnership will add 100 LNG trucks to Hindustan Zinc’s fleet, bringing the total to 200 vehicles for long-haul transport of finished goods.
Arun Misra, CEO, Hindustan Zinc Limited, said, “This large-scale deployment of EVs and LNG trucks, a bold step in our journey to net zero, solidifies our dedication to driving meaningful impact through innovative green logistics solutions and strategic partnerships, shaping a cleaner, more sustainable supply chain.”
Emission reduction targets and operational impact
The expansion is expected to cut approximately 236 metric tonnes of CO₂ emissions each month, equivalent to planting 12,000 trees, and reduce Scope 3 emissions by around 1,50,000 tonnes annually. This supports the company’s goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2050 or earlier.
Anand Mimani, CEO, GreenLine Mobility, said, “Clean transport isn’t a future option, it’s today’s responsibility. This deployment with Hindustan Zinc powerfully reflects our shared urgency to decarbonise logistics at scale, setting a scalable model for industrial decarbonisation across sectors.”
