Launched last week, the initiative will focus on delivering an implementation pathway for recommendations made by Zemo, in a report to the Welsh Government in March 2025.
In order to reduce emissions from trucks and vans in a fair and just way, the project will implement a ‘no regrets’ package of measures. Using a range of technologies the programme will deliver short-to-medium-term decarbonisation of the commercial vehicle sector in Wales.
Drawing from its wide-ranging, expert communities, Zemo Partnership will facilitate a forum for the Welsh Government to engage with key sector stakeholders.
A drive for efficiency
Ken Skates MS, Cabinet Secretary for Transport and North Wales said: “I’m delighted to be able to launch our Moving to Zero programme.
“The same innovations that reduce emissions also drive efficiency. Cleaner fleets tend to be cheaper to run. Better route planning means fewer wasted miles.
“To keep our economy growing, we need a logistics sector that’s agile, innovative and resilient. The move to zero emission transport is central in our plans to create high quality employment in new areas – from manufacturing and maintenance, to charging infrastructure and renewable energy generation.
“The most effective solutions come from collaboration – between Government, industry and more.”
Zemo Partnership’s Acting Managing Director, Jonathan Murray, said: “Moving to Zero is about turning ambition into action.
“By bringing together fleets, government, vehicle manufacturers, sustainable fuel suppliers and energy networks, we’re exploring the real-world solutions that will make fleet decarbonisation in Wales practical, scalable, and achievable.”
Chris Ashley, Net Zero Lead at the Road Haulage Association said: “We welcome this next step by the Welsh Government to shape the decarbonisation pathway for Wales. Commercial vehicle operators need clarity and certainty so that they can then plan how they reduce their emissions over the long term.
“Together with the rest of the United Kingdom, collaboration is essential to make this work, and we look forward to playing our part to realise this.”
The programme will support Welsh fleets to operate more efficiently and effectively.
The image, provided by Zemo Partnership, shows Ken Skates, Cabinet Secretary for Transport and North Wales, at the launch event.