JD Logistics is making a large-scale investment in hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks, the first in China’s logistics sector, that will reduce carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 1,000 tons per year.
The new fleet consists of 9.6m heavy-duty logistics trucks, each with an 18-ton carrying capacity. The hydrogen vehicles are engineered for high efficiency, capable of traveling 400km on a single 10-minute refueling session.
According to JD Logistics, hydrogen-powered trucks offer notable advantages over traditional gasoline and electric vehicles, including superior environmental adaptability and longer service life. They can operate in extreme temperatures ranging from -30°C to 45°C and have a service life of up to 10 years. The deployment of this fleet not only contributes to CO2 reduction but also represents a move toward cost-effectiveness in logistics operations.
JD Logistics continues to diversify its environmentally friendly vehicle fleet. It has expanded its use of electric logistics vehicles, including battery swap vehicles, electric tractors and methanol-powered small trucks. The company has also used LNG clean energy logistics vehicles extensively in Northwest China and was China’s first logistics enterprise to put Level 4 autonomous light vehicles and Level 3 autonomous heavy vehicles in operation.
JD Logistics has also implemented green transportation solutions for renowned industry leaders, including BMW and Amway (China).
As the first logistics company in China to establish science-based targets (SBTi), JD Logistics is at the forefront of advocating a ‘supply chain shared carbon footprint’ approach. This approach is part of the company’s broader ‘Go Zero’ transportation initiative, which emphasizes shared responsibility and collaborative efforts in reducing carbon emissions across the supply chain. By partnering with upstream and downstream partners, JD Logistics aims to foster a more sustainable and green future.