Who's in the running for a GREENFLEET Award?

Now in its 20th year, the GREENFLEET Awards continue to celebrate environmental excellence within the fleet sector. We take a close look at the organisations and individuals that have made the shortlist.

With its first ever event in 2005, this year marks the 20th edition of the GREENFLEET Awards, which continue to recognise all those committed to decarbonising fleet and transport operations.

These include pioneering fleet operators striving to reduce their environmental impact, vehicle manufacturers tirelessly improving their green credentials, and suppliers supporting fleets on their zero-emission journey.

This year the Awards will take place in a new, bigger venue - the Coventry Building Society Arena, on 5 December. Presented by comedian Gary Delaney, the Awards are sponsored by Drax Electric Vehicles, with Maxus kindly providing the pre-dinner drinks reception.

IT Innovation Award

The IT Innovation Award recognises the crucial role that technology plays in effective fleet management and carbon reduction, and there are a number of cutting edge companies that have made the shortlist.

Webfleet – part of Bridgestone Mobility Solutions, has secured a spot on the shortlist for its new EV Services Platform, EV Transition Tool, EV Charger Monitoring Solution and AI Assistant which support and guide fleets on their electric transition.

Paua is recognised for its dedication in making EV charging and payments simpler. As well as its aggregated network of 54,000connectors nationwide, Paua Reimburse has been launched to help drivers to be reimbursed fairly for home and on the road charging.

Lightfoot makes the shortlist in recognition of its efforts to bring cleaner, greener driving to fleets. Its in-cab driver coaching device paired with a driver rewards app helps businesses to take the lead on decarbonisation. Last year, Lightfoot helped fleet customers save an incredible 36,488 tonnes of CO2.

GridBeyond has been shortlisted for its innovative energy management technology which addresses a key challenge of the energy transition - grid stability during peak demand periods.

Engineius has been shortlisted for its work greening the vehicle movement industry. Engineius annually offsets their carbon emissions, and now the reporting within the software allows customers to do the same for each movement they make.

Trakm8 has been recognised for its work with facilities management company Vertas to integrate advanced telematics systems into their fleet. Trakm8’s Connect 330 plug-in solution has been implemented, which has achieved a significant 57.5 per cent reduction in carbon emissions for the period of 2023/2024.

ZeroMission is another contender in the IT Innovation category for its smart software that brings together vehicles, charging, scheduling and power to support the transition to an electric van operation.

Another company that has secured a place in this category is ONO. Its innovative platform is designed to manage incidents with any make or model, including electric vehicles. Built on the values of fairness and support, the platform focuses on helping drivers in their most stressful moments – after a road traffic incident – without profiting from these situations.

Rightcharge is in the running for the IT Innovation Award for its software that streamlines the tracking and reimbursement of electric vehicle charging costs. The Rightcharge card can be used to pay at over 57,000 public charging points, across 37 public networks. For home charging, the software accurately tracks the energy used and automatically pays the drivers’ energy suppliers.

GREENFLEET Award for Industry Innovation

This award, sponsored by MINI, is presented to the organisation that can illustrate cutting-edge thinking in its project or methods to eliminate CO2 emissions from vehicles that can benefit the fleet industry.

EV Blocks has been shortlisted for its solution that is revolutionising EV charger installations. By enabling installers to prepare foundations months in advance, EV Blocks drastically reduces installation times and minimises disruptions.

Speedy Hire has also been shortlisted for its potentially life-saving initiative, which will see more than 300 of its vans, including its electric vans, carrying portable defibrillators to help with out-of-hospital cardiac arrests. The vehicles are on the GoodSam app, which integrates with ambulance service computer aided dispatch systems. It will mean that when an emergency call is received for a cardiac arrest an ambulance service will be able to locate the nearest Speedy Hire van as the vehicles are equipped with telematics.

Webfleet, part of Bridgestone Mobility Solutions, also joins the shortlist in the Industry Innovation category for its various innovative tools that are helping to drive sustainable transport.

Microlise also makes the shortlist for its telematics, fleet management, and supply chain management solutions. Its products and services are designed to help businesses improve the efficiency and effectiveness of their operations. In 2023, its innovative technology solutions led to an impressive average fuel saving of four per cent per customer. This translates to a massive reduction of 59,144,548 litres of fuel.

Another innovation recognised in this category is IVECO’s 50kW ePTO on the eDaily van which enables the vehicle to power items ranging from large refrigeration units, platforms, waste compactors, and even life-saving emergency equipment. Powering the ePTO, and the vehicle itself, is the eDaily’s unique modular battery system that allows operators to upgrade or downgrade the number of batteries based upon their requirements.

Octopus Electroverse for Business is shortlisted in the innovation category for its all-in-one management solution for EV fleets using the public charging network. Through its online platform with customisable reporting functions and driver app with access to over 850,000 public chargers, Electroverse for Business is helping to overcome the challenges businesses face when managing an EV fleet.

Fleet & Workplace Charging Provider of the Year

Nottingham City Council has utilised the knowledge and experience it has gained from electrifying its own fleet to establish the D2N2 Shared Public Sector Charging Network, with £750,000 of funding from the DfT’s Future Transport Zone grant. The D2N2 Shared Public Sector Charging Network provides public sector organisations across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire with charge point infrastructure to support the adoption of EVs in their fleets and enable them to fulfil their operational responsibilities, addressing logistical and technical challenges associated with EV charging for fleet users, home starters and employees on the move. The network of organisations (Members) agree to share EV charge points, achieving collective efficiencies in EV operation and overcoming barriers to charge point deployment. To date, the project has delivered total CO2 savings of 36,100 kg, equivalent to the CO2 removed by four acres of forest.

EV charging company Ohme is in the running for this award in recognition of its smart chargers and impressive clients, including Motability and NHS Fleet. Ohme is also the official charger provider for the Volkswagen Group, Mercedes-Benz, Hyundai and Polestar in the UK. Ohme’s fleet portal software enables fleet managers to reimburse drivers for charging costs automatically.

In recognition of its bespoke charging solutions for clients, ElectrAssure is also in the running in this category. As a family-owned EV charging provider, the company celebrates its 20th year in business in 2024. ElectrAssure’s chargers have removed over 7,000 tons of CO2 in tailpipe emissions, enabling over 6 million Electric Vehicle miles.

Another contender on the shortlist is SRG Electrical, which has been delivering EV charging installations since 2012. After being acquired by Envevo in 2023, the company has expanded, and in 2024, it has successfully expanded its network of charge points with Boost E-charge, its back-office platform that gives fleet managers total control of their charge points and allows roaming on many other platforms.

Equans EV Solutions has also been recognised for its fully integrated EV service that includes consultancy, infrastructure delivery, and ongoing management. With over 14 years of experience, the company has helped organisations such as NatWest and Ford to accelerate their transition to electric vehicles. Its back-office platform GeniePoint gives clients full control over their EV charging infrastructure.

Plug Me In, A Calisen Company, also makes the shortlist. Offering a simplified managed service proposition, ‘Charging as a Service’, Plug Me In provides a fully funded solution for both return-to-home and commercial charger requirements.

Also competing in this category is ChargedEV due to its commitment and recent growth. ChargedEV has significantly expanded its operations, doubling its installation team and capacity while also introducing apprentice roles to foster future talent. This growth has enabled ChargedEV to secure and deliver on major contracts, including rolling out DC charging infrastructure in the South West, comprising 96 charging locations.

Drax Electric Vehicles is also in the running for the Fleet and Workplace Provider of the Year, in recognition of its commitment to simplifying electrification and bringing in its energy expertise for a holistic solution. Drax has worked with SES Water, providing them with 78 charge points and now extending its service to installing chargers at drivers’ and employees’ homes.

Evolt Charging makes the shortlist in recognition of its work with Merthyr Tydfil Council, where it designed and installed EV charging infrastructure across 70 per cent of the Council’s parking bays. This infrastructure includes dynamic load management technology to optimise power distribution between 150kW DC rapid chargers and 22kW AC units, ensuring efficient operation and reliability.

Public & On-street Charging Provider of the Year

There are now over 70,000 public charge points in the UK. The Public & On-street Charging Provider of the Year award, sponsored by Paythru, recognises growth and innovation in this area, helping to simplify EV charging for the motorist.

InstaVolt makes the shortlist for continuing to push forward to offer the best experience to EV drivers. The recent introduction of Time of Day Pricing for customers who are signed up to the app has proven popular. The off-peak pricing initiative allows motorists to take advantage of cheaper electricity. InstaVolt sources 100 per cent of its electricity from renewable energy sources and has now introduced large battery storage, which helps capture excessive energy.

SRG Electrical has also been shortlisted in this category for delivering dependable EV charging installations across the UK and Europe. In 2024, the company has completed Public and on street EV charging installations at over 150 locations for Watford Council, Stevenage Council, Brighton Council, Norwich Council and Mole Valley.

Also on the shortlist is Qwello, who made its debut in the UK in late 2022, making an impactful entry by installing 50 charging stations in The City of London. Since then, Qwello has secured contracts with Essex County Council, the Metropolitan District of Solihull, Cheshire East and Doddington Hall.

Evolt Charging has also been recognised in this category for its innovative EV charging solutions. With over 120,000 active users, Evolt operates the largest public charging network, ChargePlace Scotland, and collaborates with partners like SSE and Transport for Wales to provide reliable and accessible charging nationwide.

Another company on the shortlist is Fastned, which now has 25 hubs in the UK, after it opened its brand new ultra-rapid (300kW) charging hub near Durham off the A1. The electricity used to charge at Fastned’s stations is from renewable sources. In fact The roofs of its stations consist of solar panels that generate electricity.

GRIDSERVE is also in the running for this category, in recognition of its Electric Highway, Electric Forecourts® and Electric Super Hubs, which are all powered by net zero energy. The network was launched in 2020, and is now in more than 190 locations with 1,500 charging bays.

Alternative Fuel Provider of the Year

The Alternative Fuel Provider of the Year award, sponsored by the AA, celebrates the alternative fuel provider, including gas, hydrogen, LPG, and HVO, that can demonstrate an innovative approach to helping fleets of all sizes reduce emissions on the road to net zero.

Certas Energy is recognised for its commitment to supplying HVO made from renewable raw materials and sustainable waste, helping fleets such as Royal Mail decarbonise their heavy duty vehicles. It has recently acquired Green Biofuels to strengthen its position.

ReFuels / CNG Fuels is also recognised for its continued work rolling out a network of reliable and convenient stations offering renewable biomethane fuels to heavy goods vehicles, with hydrogen and electricity in the pipeline too.

Another alternative fuel provider on the shortlist is New Era Energy, which supplies Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) and is now investing to expand its fleet of 70 tankers and 10 fuel depots, with plans to add new trucks and another depot in the near future. The business has tripled its revenue in the past three years and is currently on track to sell 250m litres of fuel this year.

Protium Green Solutions is also recognised for being one of only a handful of UK companies operating commercial hydrogen production facilities. Since March 2023, Pioneer 1 has been operational in South Wales with the hydrogen produced used in trials for fleets and transport, alongside various projects for customers across the UK.

Leasing Company of the Year (Up to 20,000 vehicles)

Having been named GreenFleet's leasing company of the year (up to 20,000 vehicles) in 2023, Grosvenor Leasing has also secured a spot on the shortlist this year.

Grosvenor has created a funding solution in 2024 specifically aimed at those companies and drivers who have not yet committed to EVs, allowing businesses and individuals to ‘dip their toe in the water’ and trial an electric car or van without commitment.

Prohire also makes the shortlist, in recognition of its solutions tailored to customers’ needs. Prohire offers a diverse range of vehicles, from small vans to larger commercial fleets, ensuring that it can meet their varying operational needs. Its flexible contract hire solutions allow customers to scale their fleets according to their changing requirements.

Octopus Electric Vehicles, meanwhile, has also been selected for its tech-powered electric vehicle only salary sacrifice scheme. The company enjoys a 98% retention rate for customers and a 4.8-star Trustpilot rating. 

Leasing Company of the Year (Over 20,000 vehicles)

Volkswagen Financial Services | Fleet makes the shortlist for its EVolve proposition, which supports customers’ strategic transition to electric vehicles, whatever their fleet size. Its EVolve proposition has had significant environmental impacts, with a 48 per cent CO2 deduction across its order bank between 2021 and 2023.

Following the merger of LeasePlan and ALD Automotive, Ayvens is a new company that is empowering customers to optimise the pace of their EV transition. Its EV consultancy is helping clients transition to EVs through strategic consultancy, annual reviews, and free assessments. It also offers salary sacrifice and has recently relaunched schemes for Virgin Media and Barclays gather telematics data from individuals.

Tusker, part of the Lloyds Banking Group, has made the shortlist for its commitment to making electric cars accessible and affordable through its salary sacrifice schemes. Eighty-nine per cent of its 53,000 cars are ultra-low emission vehicles (ULEVs), and 78 per cent are fully electric. The average CO2 of its fleet is just 16g down from 106g/km in 2020.

Mobility Provider of the Year

This award recognises efforts of companies that offer solutions to reduce the environmental impact of business travel. Co Wheels has made the shortlist in this category. It is a social enterprise which provides an environmentally friendly community-based alternative to car ownership. In 2024, Co Wheels now operates pay-as-you-go car clubs, pool car fleet management and franchise operations in over 60 towns and cities across
the UK and is used by over 35,000 members.

Hiyacar also makes the shortlist for its innovative pool car platform that is
reshaping how public sector organisations and communities approach sustainable travel. By reducing grey fleet expenses and emissions, promoting electric vehicle (EV) adoption, and supporting car clubs, Hiyacar is making a significant impact on reducing environmental footprint of travel.

Europcar Mobility Group UK is also a contender for this award, and this year has seen the company make significant investment in its fleet and infrastructure. The company helps organisations understand the true impact of transitioning to EV before they make a long-term commitment, by allowing them to access a range of BEV and PHEV models, with flexible rental.

Also recognised in this category is Voltric, which makes the shortlist for its efforts in reshaping urban mobility. This year, Voltric have achieved 240 per cent in revenue growth through its EV subscription platform, and has also seen a 210 per cent increase in the number of Voltric subscriptions during 2024.

EV Manufacturer of the Year

Maxus has been recongise for its commitment towards greener motoring since 2016. Over £2 billion has been invested in developing its battery-electric vehicles and the lineup includes the eDELIVER 3, 5, 7, and 9 electric vans, as well as the all-electric MPVs MIFA 7, MIFA 9 and T90 EV. MAXUS recently introduced Europe’s first all-wheel drive electric pickup, the eTERRON 9.

MG Motor UK is also in the running in this category, for its accessible and high-quality electric vehicles for both consumers and fleets. The MG ZS EV Long Range version features a 73 kWh battery, delivering up to 273 miles on a single charge (WLTP combined).Similarly, the MG4 EV has become a fleet favourite due to its impressive range of over 323 miles and fast-charging capability.

BMW is recognised for its commitment to electric vehicles, with the brand having at least one pure electric vehicle in all major models’ segments. Models such as the BMW i5 and i5 Touring, iX2, iX1 20 and iX2 20 showcase BMW’s versatility and premium offering.

MINI also makes the shortlist, for its redesigned electric vehicles which now sit on new platforms, engineered from the ground up, allowing for bigger batteries and improved range. The new Cooper BEV and the first-ever Countryman BEV provides a new entry-point into fully electric models and a viable Corporate option.

IVECO makes the shortlist for its innovative eLCVs and eHGVs which have been designed with the customer at the forefront. The eDaily has been further enhanced while retaining class-leading advantages in both towing capabilities and battery options, as well as offering more body styles. The S-eWay tractor unit, meanwhile, has a 310 mile range and up to nine modular batteries.

Chinese manufacturer BYD also makes the shortlist for its electric vehicles which use proprietary battery technology which is known for its high safety standards and long lifespan. The BYD ATTO 3, DOLPHIN, and SEAL showcase BYD’s current electric vehicle excellence.

Electric vehicle trailblazer Tesla also makes the shortlist for its range technologically advanced vehicles, and reliable dedicated charging network. In March this year, the company reached the milestone of 200,000 vehicles delivered to customers.

GREENFLEET Vehicle of the Year

Sponsored by Grosvenor Leasing, the coveted title of Vehicle of the Year is awarded to GREENFLEET’s choice of the most impressive zero-emission vehicle, in terms of range, technology, design, and charging capabilities.

There are two Maxus entries in this category - the eDELIVER 7 and eDELIVER 5, recognised for their practicality and wide range of commercial uses.

BMW also secures two vehicles on the shortlist - the i4 and i5 - in celebration of their impressive ranges, build quality, and technological innovation. Also from BMW Group, the MINI Cooper is up for this award for its iconic design, functionality, range and digital innovation.

Also hoping to be named GREENFLEET’s Vehicle of the Year is the IVECO eDaily, in recognition of the MY24 model which has been further enhanced while retaining class-leading advantages in both towing capabilities and battery options.

Meanwhile, the BYD Dolphin is also a contender, in recognition of its agility, practicality, efficiency, and range.

Fleet Car Manufacturer of the Year

MG Motors UK makes the shortlist for the Fleet Car Manufacturer of the Year Award, in recognition of its value-driven offering suited to the needs of fleet managers. With fleet sales now accounting for 55 per cent of its total sales volume, the brand provides a diverse lineup of vehicles across various fuel types, including the MG3 Hybrid+ supermini, the fully electric MG4 EV, and the best-selling MG HS SUV.

Last year’s winner of the Fleet Car Manufactuer of the Year award in 2023, BMW returns this year to secure a place on the shortlist. The return of the iconic executive saloon, the BMW i5 and i5 Touring, has been a highlight, offering a premium electric option for company car lists. Additionally, the introduction of the sporty and unique BMW iX2 in the SAV segment has been well-received.

MINI too are on the shortlist, recognised for its iconic designs and re-designed electrified platforms. The new Cooper BEV and the first-ever Countryman BEV provide a viable Corporate option for those wishing to drive a MINI and the first-ever Aceman completes the electric MINI lineup to ensure it has a vehicle to compete in all segments.

Volkswagen makes the shortlist in recognition of its electric vehicles including the ID.3, ID.4, ID.5, ID.6, and ID.7. Showcasing its fleet appeal, Addison Lee has over 1,000 fully electric ID.4s on its fleet as part of the company’s electrification plans.

Ever popular in the corporate market, Mercedes-Benz Cars makes the shortlist in recognition of its EQ electric cars, which made their debut at the Paris Motor Show in 2016. Its all-electric EQ family of cars now numbers nine models, beginning with the EQA compact SUV, and ending with the EQV MPV.

A firm fleet favourite, Tesla is in the running for the award, in recognition of its significant success in the UK fleet market. The Tesla Model Y achieved the largest number of registrations in the fleet market during 2023. The Model Y was also the fifth best-selling car overall, and in March this year, the company reached the milestone of 200,000 vehicles delivered to customers.

LCV Manufacturer of the Year

Moving onto commercial vehicles, the shortlist for the LCV Manufacturer comprises Maxus for its versatile range of electric light commercial vehicles which offer innovation, efficiency, and value-for-money. Its diverse portfolio of electric vehicles includes the eDELIVER eDELIVER 3, eDELIVER 5, eDELIVER 7, and eDELIVER 9 models.

IVECO too makes the shortlist for its light commercial vehicles, including those that run on electric and CNG. The MY24 IVECO eDaily boasts an urban driving range of up to 248 miles, 115kW rapid charging, up to 4.6-tonne payload, and and 3.5-tonne towing capacity. IVECO also offers Compressed Natural Gas variants of almost all mainstream models including its LCV Daily.

Another LCV manufacturer that has made the shortlist is Ford Pro, in celebration of its hugely popular electrified Transit family which includes the E-Transit Courier compact van, best-selling E-Transit, the all-new E-Transit Custom and the all-new Transit Connect PHEV.

Another contender is Peugeot, with its electric vans proving popular in the UK; over one fifth of all electric vans sold in the UK in 2024 are a Peugeot. A key driver to for this growth is the manufacturer’s electric van range, which includes the E-Partner, E-Expert and new E-Boxer.

Mercedes-Benz is also recognised for its electric vans including the eSprinter, which was launched earlier this year, with two lengths on offer, two trim levels, and a choice of 81 or 113 kWh battery capacities, as well as a towing capacity of up to 1.5t. The Mercedes Benz eVito, meanwhile, has a 66kWh battery and rapid charging capabilities.

Renault also makes the shortlist in this category, celebrating its range of electric vans suitable for all business needs, including the Trafic E-Tech, Kangoo E-Tech and Master E-Tech.

HGV Manufacturer of the Year

The HGV Manufacturer of the Year Award recognises the hard work of manufacturers that are working tirelessly to decarbonise trucks, which is more challenging due to their size and weight.

IVECO has a proud history of producing a wide range of trucks that run on alternative fuels or highly efficient diesels. The new MY24 IVECO S-Way range has been empowered with the new XC13 engine with an increase in power matched by a 10% increase in efficiency on equivalent models. The introduction of the new 500hp Natural Gas variant offers class-leading power for a biogas vehicle, whilst providing a reduction in emissions of up to 95 per cent vs diesel counterparts. In the eHGV market, the IVECO S-eWay tractor unit boasts an impressive 310 mile range.

DAF too is recognised for its impressive line of up of zero emission electric models. From early 2025, its electric line up will include the XB Electric, XD Electric and XF Electric. DAF has also updated its diesel range with a host of new safety features and announced an update to its MX-11 and MX-13 powered drivelines which will further cut fuel consumption and carbon emissions. The entire DAF Range of ICE vehicles is also able to run on HVO - a sustainable alternative to diesel.

Mercedes Benz Trucks also secures a place on the shortlist in recognition of its electric HGVs. The recently launched eActros 600 is the brand’s first long-haul electric truck with the ability to travel at least 310 miles on a single charge thanks to its 600kWh of usable capacity.

Private Sector Car Fleet of the Year

Addison Lee has been shortlisted for the Private Sector Car Fleet of the Year for its work progressing towards a fully zero-emission fleet. Currently, 40 per cent of its standard are electric, and these vehicles have collectively driven 8.7 million miles, cutting two million kilograms of harmful emissions from London’s air. Addison Lee has invested £300,000 into strategic partnerships and infrastructure development.

Also in the running for the Private Sector Car Fleet Award is Mitie, which has recognised for its long-standing electrification work. Having started its electric vehicle transition in 2018, the company now has 5,896 EVs on the road, equating to 73 per cent of its fleet, with 3,887 of these being battery electric cars. What’s more, Mitie has installed over 3,000 chargers and its company car fleet is close to 100% electric - this has enabled it to reduce its average CO2 across the cars to 4g/km.

The final organisation in the shortlist for Private Sector Car Fleet is OVO. The company’s electrification journey started in early 2020 with no electric cars and only a few EV vans; by October 2024, OVO’s car fleet is an impressive 97 per cent electric. With only three ICE cars remaining, it is on track to achieving its 100 per cent EV target for 2025. OVO also launched a Salary Sacrifice scheme that provides all employees access to EVs.

Private Sector Commercial Fleet of the Year

Parcel carrier Evri has made the shortlist in the Private Sector Commercial Fleet of the Year category, sponsored by Geotab, recognised for its progress towards reaching net zero for its direct and indirect carbon emissions by 2035. The company uses a Bio-CNG fleet as an alternative to diesel, and last year it added 30 new Bio-CNG tractor units, bringing the total to 190 – 53 per cent of its core HGV fleet. Each unit reduces CO2 emissions by up to 84 per cent compared to a diesel equivalent. What’s more, Evri has doubled the number of electric vans in service in London, bringing EVs to 37 per cent of its total van fleet.

Scottish based logistics company M&H Carriers is also in the running for the award, in celebration of its green deliveries in the remote Highlands. Initially operating in Inverness, the firm’s 10 MAN eTGE vans have now been fully integrated into last-mile delivery operations across the Highland capital, Elgin and Fort William. Since introducing its electric fleet in June 2021, M&H Carriers has covered over 150,000 electrically-powered miles – saving over 343,000kg of CO2 emissions.

Roadside and breakdown assistance company The AA has made the shortlist for the award for thinking creatively and acting collaboratively when it comes to decarbonising its recovery operations. This year, the AA has engineered and launched a suite of the UK’s first electric recovery vehicles, which are now deployed in the field for testing. Its concept vehicles includes a Volvo EV recovery truck and 7.2 Tonne Iveco eDaily truck. The AA also has two more Iveco eDaily recovery vans. Its concept electric recovery vehicles are seeing an emissions reduction of up to 74 per cent on a per mile basis.

Energy supplier OVO has made the shortlist in the Private Sector Commercial Fleet category for growing its van fleet, which since 2020, has increased to nearly 750 electric LCVs. With just 30 ICE commercial vehicles remaining in its fleet, OVO has made remarkable commitment to sustainability, safety, and innovation.

Mitie also graces the shortlist in this category for its impressive 2,009 electric vans and innovation in electrifying other areas. An example of this was the re-design of the water tanks and processes so that an electric vehicle could be used. Mitie is also recognised for its new initiative of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to help monitor safety and compliance.

The GREENFLEET Awards also recognises the individuals behind such innovative work. This year’s professionals in the running for the Private Sector Fleet Manager of the Year award, sponsored by VEV, are Aaron Powell from Speedy Hire, Chris Cubberley from Mitie, Duncan Webb from The AA, and S-J Mitchell from OVO.

Public Sector Car Fleet of the Year

Turning our attention to the public sector, Avon and Somerset Police has been shortlisted in the car fleet category. Wholly committed to progressing towards a zero-emission police fleet, Avon and Somerset Police appointed a programme lead in October 2024, to ensure the best possible transition. It currently has 64 electric cars and 18 electric vans, which are used as neighbourhood cars, response cars, cell vans, forensic vans, as well as for general-purpose use.The force has also deployed more than 165 hybrid vehicles into front line roles, including more than eighty Toyota Corolla HEVs as response cars. In addition, Avon and Somerset Police now has 139 electric bikes, almost all in use by its Neighbourhood Policing teams.

West Mercia Police is another contender for the Public Sector Commercial Fleet of the Year. It has a fleet of 769 fleet vehicles, 87 of which are battery electric and hybrid powertrains, and is committed to implementing a ‘Zero Emission Vehicle Purchasing Policy’ for all new fleet vehicles before 2035. It is undertaking electric and sustainable fuel trials to support future planning of ‘hard to electrify’ police force vehicles highlighted in the fleet report. West Mercia Police’s Net Zero Carbon Strategy 2024-27 aims to reduce carbon emissions from commutable travel by offering staff access to zero and ultra-low emission vehicles through a car benefit scheme.

NHS Fleet Solutions – part of Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust – manages one of the largest Electric Vehicle fleets in Europe. In April 2020, its fleet size was 20,321, which encompassed 749 electric vehicles, and the average emissions of the fleet was 97 g/ km. It has worked extremely hard towards reducing its overall emissions and at the end of October 2024, its fleet size is 60,431, with 45,445 being fully electric. The average emissions of the fleet is now only 16 g/km.

Public Sector Commercial Fleet of the Year

Looking now at van and truck fleets, the shortlist for the Public Sector Commercial Fleet of the Year, sponsored by Envevo, includes some impressive names. First up is Dundee City Council which has a varied fleet of over 700 vehicles. Currently, 30 per cent of the fleet is electric, which is the highest composition of any Scottish Local Authority. Two of the largest depots in Dundee have recently been transformed, including Marchbanks, which has 19 chargers that support poolcars, workshop vans and RCVs. The depot has a 118kWp photovoltaics system along with a battery storage unit. Since its installation in August 2023, the Marchbanks solar has generated over 110 MWh of energy bringing further 21,281 kg of CO2 savings. The other depot is at Clepington Road which has 25x7kW chargers for overnight and weekend charging and 2x50kW and 1x100kW chargers for topping up and additional resilience.

Scottish Water has also been shortlisted in this category. Its fleet currently drives approximately 18 million miles per year and with the introduction of its EV fleet in 2022, it has saved over 160 tonnes of carbon emissions. Scottish Water has also launched an EV only salary sacrifice scheme with over 150 personal car drivers transitioning to electric. Scottish Water also has one of the largest private networks of charging infrastructure with over 300 workplace chargers across 177 sites.

The University of Warwick has also been recognised for it decarbonisation success, which started in 2017. Currently 72 per cent of the University’s 126 fleet vehicles are all electric and of the fleet will transition when more electric vehicle types become available. The electric fleet vehicles have been used to support important research at the University in collaboration with vehicle manufacturers and technology developers into ‘vehicle to grid’, ‘wireless induction’ and other technologies. In 2022, the University launched an electric only car salary sacrifice scheme for to support its employees with electric cars. The University has also agreed a contract with a major supplier, to increase the current campus EV charging infrastructure in 2024 to provide a total of 173 electric vehicle (EV) charging spaces in car parks across the campus, which is reported to be one of the UK’s largest university campus charging facilities.

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust makes the shortlist for its purchase of electric vans, which are being used by the trust’s security and estates teams, as well as carrying out important tasks such as transporting blood samples and delivering furniture and other bulky items to hospitals and surgeries in and around North Yorkshire. The Trust also has a car leasing scheme for staff which promotes zero and ultra-low emission vehicles.

The individual fleet professionals shortlisted for the Public Sector Fleet Manager of the year are Fraser Crichton from Dundee City Council, Elaine Pringle from Scottish Water, and Graham Hine from the University of Warwick.

New for 2024 will be the introduction of the Electric Fleet Race Award, by Rightcharge. Launched at the start of the year, the Electric Fleet Race recognises the organisations leading the way in terms of electric vehicle numbers on fleet.

The GREENFLEET Award for Outstanding Achievement, sponsored by BMW, as well as the EV Champions, will be announced on the night.