BAKO significantly upgrades its fleet with advanced Carrier Transicold refrigeration technology, paving the way for enhanced efficiency and sustainability.
- The company acquires 24 new rigid trucks equipped with Carrier Transicold’s Supra 1150 multi-temperature systems, alongside engineless Iceland units.
- BAKO’s fleet now includes 18-tonne and 26-tonne Scania L-320 rigids, emphasising reduced fuel usage and environmental impact.
- Volvo FM 26-tonne rigids with insulated box bodies replace older models, marking BAKO’s first adoption of engineless tech.
- This strategic move aligns with BAKO’s commitment to lower emissions and quieter operations, augmenting its sustainability portfolio.
In a decisive step towards bolstering efficiency and sustainability, BAKO has procured 24 new rigid trucks. These vehicles are notably outfitted with Carrier Transicold’s Supra 1150 multi-temperature systems as well as engineless Iceland units, reflecting the company’s forward-thinking approach to logistical innovation.
The integration of Carrier Iceland units onto 18-tonne and 26-tonne Scania L-320 rigids represents a conscious effort by BAKO to power refrigeration systems via the trucks’ engines. This configuration not only optimises fuel consumption but also underscores a commitment to reducing the environmental footprint associated with fleet operations.
Furthermore, the deployment of Supra 1150 MT units on 26-tonne Volvo FM rigids, complemented by insulated box bodies from Gray & Adams, signifies a replacement of outdated models within BAKO’s temperature-controlled fleet. Such additions demonstrate a shift towards utilising engineless technology, which BAKO considers pivotal for the future.
Tony Cookson, BAKO’s transport manager, expressed enthusiasm for this transition, praising Carrier Transicold for delivering comprehensive solutions that balance innovation with economic viability. ‘We’re excited to see how Carrier’s engineless technology will help the business through reducing fuel costs, as well as delivering excellent sustainability benefits through reduced emissions and significantly quieter operation,’ he remarked.
BAKO’s strategic fleet upgrade reflects a proactive stance towards sustainable logistics, promising enhanced operational efficiency.
