GREENFLEET Awards 2024: Winners revealed

GREENFLEET hosted its 20th annual awards ceremony on 5 December 2024, celebrating pioneers in environmental fleet management, industry champions, and those making waves in the green automotive field

The 2024 GREENFLEET Awards took place at the Coventry Building Society Arena on 5th December and recognised achievements made across the transport decarbonisation sector, celebrating innovation, leadership, and commitment to a more sustainable fleet sector.

Kindly sponsored by Drax Electric Vehicles, the GREENFLEET Awards were hosted by comedian Gary Delaney, following a drinks reception, courtesy of Maxus.

Amongst the winners were pioneering fleet operators that have risen to the environmental challenge, as well as the companies and vehicle manufacturers that help them. There was individual recognition too, with fleet manager awards, together with the coveted EV Champions – which are now in their 11th year.

Here’s an in-depth look at those that were crowned winners at the 2024 Awards.

Industry Innovation

GREENFLEET presented its award for Industry Innovation, which was sponsored by MINI UK, to IVECO for its 50kW ePTO which has unrivalled capabilities. The IVECO eDaily can power items ranging from large refrigeration units, waste compactors, and even life-saving emergency equipment. The new MY24 IVECO eDaily delivers even more capability, raising ePTO power from 15kW to a class-dominating 50kW! 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 on their requirements.

IT Innovation Award

The award for IT Innovation went to Bridgestone Mobility Solutions, for its fleet management platform Webfleet, which continues to help fleets with their electric vehicle journey through solutions such as its EV Services Platform, EV Transition Tool, EV Charger Monitoring Solution and AI Assistant. Such pioneering developments are driving sustainable transport for a wide range of fleets, from Mitchells of Mansfield, Kilnbridge and PHL Group, to Riverford and Keith Elkington Transport.

Fleet and Workplace Charging Provider of the Year

Evolt Charging won the award for Fleet and Workplace Charging Provider of the Year thanks to its work with Merthyr Tydfil Council, where it designed and installed EV charging infrastructure bays 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. Dynamic load management systems balance power distribution between the charging units, which reduces energy costs while maximising efficiency.

Public and On-street Charging Provider of the Year

The winner of the Public and On-Street Charging Provider of the Year, sponsored by Paythru, was InstaVolt whose network is a consistent high-scorer in driver satisfaction surveys. InstaVolt’s introduction of Time of Day Pricing for customers who are signed up to the app is popular, with the off-peak pricing initiative allowing motorists to take advantage of cheaper electricity. Drivers can now charge for 54p per kWh, between the hours of 10pm and 6am, across InstaVolt’s network of more than 1,700 rapid chargers. InstaVolt sources 100 per cent of its electricity from renewable energy sources and has now introduced large battery storage.

Alternative Fuel Provider of the Year

GREENFLEET’S Alternative Fuel Provider of the Year Award, sponsored by the AA, was presented to Certas Energy in recognition of its commitment to supplying HVO made from renewable raw materials and sustainable waste, which help fleets such as Royal Mail decarbonise their heavy-duty vehicles. It has recently acquired Green Biofuels to strengthen its position and enable it to offer tailored solutions, including fuel cards, tank storage, and telemetry.

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

Winning the award for Leasing Company of the Year (Up to 20,00 vehicles), Octopus Electric Vehicles was recognised for its tech-powered electric vehicle only salary sacrifice scheme. The company enjoys a 98 per cent retention rate for customers and a 4.8-star Trustpilot rating. In 2024, it launched its EV saver home tariff, meaning drivers who lease a car from Octopus get access to their own unique home energy tariff, giving them an even cheaper overnight charging rate and even more savings to charge their car at home.

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

The award for Leasing Company of the Year for over 20,000 Vehicles went to Ayvens for its work empowering customers to optimise the pace of their EV transition, following the merger of LeasePlan and ALD Automotive. Its EV consultancy is helping clients transition to EVs through strategic guidance, sustainability-focused annual reviews, and free assessments. It also offers salary sacrifice and has recently relaunched schemes for Virgin Media and Barclays. What’s more, Ayvens can also support workplace charging.

Mobility Provider of the Year

Europcar Mobility Group UK won the Mobility Provider of the Year award for its commitment to sustainability and green mobility. The company has made a significant investment in its electric fleet and infrastructure, installing over 300 EV charge points across its UK network and increasing the proportion of PHEV and BEV car fleet, which is above the industry average, according to a BVRLA report.

EV Manufacturer of the Year

The EV Manufacturer Award of the Year Award, sponsored by Drax Electric Vehicles, was awarded to MG Motor UK. Its accessible and high-quality options for both consumers and fleets stood out against competitors. MG has experienced rapid growth, expanding from 10,000 vehicle sales annually to nearly 90,000, with a year-on-year fleet sales growth of 105.3 per cent compared to 2023. The MG ZS EV is a prime example of the brand’s commitment to offering value-driven, highly capable vehicles, with the Long Range version featuring a 73 kWh battery that delivers up to 273 miles on a single charge.

GREENFLEET Vehicle of the Year

Sponsored by Grosvenor Group, the BMW i5 Touring beat its competitors for the GREENFLEET Vehicle of the Year award. The i5 Touring benefits from rewarding driving dynamic and an all-electric performance with a range of up to 343 miles. With four trim levels available, there’s a model for everyone.

Fleet Car Manufacturer of the Year

Enjoying significant success in the UK fleet market, Tesla took home the prize for Fleet Car Manufacturer of the Year. 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 2024, the company reached the milestone of 200,000 vehicles delivered to customers. This means one in five BEVS on UK roads is a Tesla. Meanwhile, its Business Portal provides visibility for fleet managers and leasing partners.

LCV Manufacturer of the Year

The LCV Manufacturer of the Year award went to Maxus, recognising its versatile range of electric light commercial vehicles which offer innovation, efficiency, and value for money. MAXUS’ diverse portfolio of electric vehicles includes the eDELIVER, eDELIVER 3, eDELIVER 5, eDELIVER 7, and eDELIVER 9 models, a strategic line up that ensures there’s a MAXUS EV to suit every fleet and business. What’s more, for those not yet ready for electric, MAXUS offers HVO fuel-compliant diesel variants on some models.

HGV Manufacturer of the Year

Daimler Trucks UK won the HGV Manufacturer of the Year award, in celebration of its success in electrifying its heavy duty vehicles. The manufacturer is responsible for all Daimler Truck products sold in the UK, including FUSO and Mercedes-Benz trucks. Its electric product range includes the FUSO eCanter, eEconic, eActros 300, 400 rigid and tractor unit models. Recently launched into the product portfolio is the game-changing eActros 600 – its 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

GREENFLEET awarded the Private Sector Car Fleet of the Year Award, sponsored by Drax Electric Vehicles, to OVO in recognition of its rapid electrification journey. In early 2020, the company had no electric cars and only a few EV vans. By October 2024, OVO’s car fleet was 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 electric vehicles, as well as driver policy that advocates for sustainable travel.

Private Sector Commercial Fleet of the Year

Sponsored by Geotab, the Private Sector Commercial Fleet of the Year Award was presented to Mitie for its impressive feet of over 2,000 electric vans and for demonstrating innovation in electrifying other areas. An example of this was the redesign of its water tanks that are used to clean bus shelters. The fleet team worked to develop a smaller tank and review its processes to allow refilling during the day, resulting in an EV being able to be used. Mitie is also recognised for its new initiative of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to help monitor safety and compliance.

Private Sector Fleet Manager of the Year

Aaron Powell of Speedy Hire was awarded the Private Sector Fleet Manager of the Year award, sponsored by VEV, for his substantial progress in reducing Speedy’s carbon emissions. Aaron’s work includes the transition to electric and hybrid vehicles, the installation of solar panels on the roofs and cabs of its EV fleet, and the introduction of the industry’s first 27-tonne fully electric plant-bodied vehicle. Speedy has also installed Defibrillators in over 300 vehicles.

Public Sector Commercial Fleet of the Year

Dundee City Council took home the Public Sector Commercial Fleet of the Year award, which was sponsored by Envevo. The Council has a varied fleet of over 700 vehicles, and as it stands, 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 into charging hubs, including Marchbanks, which also has a photovoltaic system along with battery storage.

Public Sector Car Fleet of the Year

The winner of the Public Sector Car Fleet of the Year, sponsored by Drax Electric Vehicles, went to Avon and Somerset Police, which currently has 64 electric cars, which are used as neighbourhood cars, response cars, as well as general-use cars. The force has also deployed more than 165 hybrid vehicles into front line roles, including more than eighty Toyoto Corolla HEVs as response cars. In addition, Avon and Somerset Police now has 139 electric bikes used by its Neighbourhood Policing teams. Meanwhile, a newly appointed programme lead is ensuring the best possible transition to EVs.

Public Sector Fleet Manager of the Year

Graham Hine at the University of Warwick won the Public Sector Fleet Manager of the Year Award, which was sponsored by Dawson Group. Graham started the University’s EV Fleet Strategy in 2017 when he took on 44 Nissan ENV200s to begin replacing diesel vans. The fleet is now 72 per cent electric, and his fleet decarbonisation work has reduced fleet fuel costs by 66 per cent and service and maintenance costs by 75 per cent.

Electric Fleet Race Award, by Rightcharge

A new award launched this year, the Electric Fleet Race Award gives a special recognition to the largest EV fleet within the Electric Fleet Race. Launched by Rightcharge at the start of 2024, the Electric Fleet Race offers a monthly insight into the organisations leading the way in terms of electric vehicle numbers of fleet. This award was presented to Royal Mail in recognition of its impressive electric van fleet of around 5,000 vehicles.

Outstanding Achievement

The GREENFLEET Award for Outstanding Achievement, sponsored by BMW, goes to an organisation or individual that has been championing the decarbonisation agenda for years and has made excellent progress in reducing the environmental impact of their fleet, or have shown great innovation in transport decarbonisation.

This year, the award was presented to EV adventurers Chris and Julie Ramsay for their Pole to Pole expedition, which saw them travel a mammoth 21,000 miles from the North to the South Pole in an electric Nissan Ariya. A world-first, the adventure pushed the capabilities of their electric vehicle to its limits to prove to the world that EVs are more than capable of long and demanding journeys.

EV Champion Awards

The EV Champion Awards, presented to individuals working in the fleet, transport, and automotive industries, recognise those who have championed electric vehicle uptake, are passionate about the cause, and are happy to share their experience and passion with others. 2024 marked the 11th year of celebrating individual EV champions.

The 2024 EV Champions, announced at the ceremony were: Fraser Crichton of Dundee City Council, Kirsty Pendleton of the AA Business Services, Aaron Powell of Speedy Hire, Naomi Jane Nye of Drax Electric Vehicles, Chris Chandler of Lex Autolease, and Melanie Shufflebotham of Zapmap.

The 2025 GREENFLEET Awards will continue to recognise the inspirational work of the fleet sector in decarbonising its operations. Confirmed for 4 December at the Coventry Building Society Arena once again, entry is now open here.