Schmitz Cargobull has taken a significant leap towards sustainable transportation with the launch of its all-electric box body semi-trailer.
- The S.KOe COOL, featuring an e-axle generator, is now available in the UK and Ireland, addressing stringent emissions regulations.
- This innovative trailer operates quietly, making it ideal for deliveries during sensitive hours in urban settings.
- Colin Maher, Managing Director, underscores its importance for businesses aiming for a greener transport sector.
- Schmitz Cargobull has achieved a pioneering milestone with this trailer’s type approval in Europe.
Schmitz Cargobull has introduced the S.KOe COOL, an all-electric box body semi-trailer, to the UK and Irish markets, demonstrating a progressive step in sustainable transport solutions. This new offering is tailored to support operators in meeting increasingly stringent emissions regulations. The vehicle comes equipped with a fully electric S.CU ep85 cooling unit, which integrates power electronics and a battery system alongside an electric generator axle. This integration enables the trailer to function entirely on electric power, thus eliminating emissions during operation.
Colin Maher, the Managing Director of Schmitz Cargobull UK & Ireland, highlighted the trailer’s significance, stating, “The S.KOe COOL is the perfect choice for businesses leading the charge towards a cleaner and greener transport sector.” His remarks emphasise the growing demand for sustainable solutions within the temperature-controlled logistics sector. Additionally, the trailer’s quiet operation is advantageous for deliveries scheduled during early mornings and late evenings, particularly within urban environments where noise reduction is paramount.
The S.KOe COOL has not only commenced its operations within these new markets but has also been functioning successfully across Europe. Schmitz’s achievement in obtaining the first-ever type approval for a fully-electric refrigerated semi-trailer with an e-axle from the German federal motor transport authority marks a significant achievement for the company. This approval underlines Schmitz Cargobull’s commitment to innovation in sustainable transport technologies.
The launch of the S.KOe COOL marks a notable advancement in emission-free transportation solutions for the logistics industry.
