TUAL secures a share of £14 million in UK government funding to develop high-performance powerbanks for electric HGVs in collaboration with Wincanton, boosting freight sector efficiency.

TUAL secures UK government funding for innovative electric freight project with Department for Transport

October 18, 2024 Richard Alvin

TUAL, a leader in electric commercial vehicle charging solutions, has announced its success in securing a portion of £14 million in joint government and industry funding to spearhead innovation in the freight sector.

In collaboration with the Department for Transport and Wincanton, a leading UK supply chain solutions provider, TUAL will trial cutting-edge high-performance powerbanks for electric heavy goods vehicles (eHGVs).

This funding forms part of the third round of the Department for Transport’s Freight Innovation Fund Accelerator Programme, a £7 million initiative spanning three years. Delivered by Connected Places Catapult, the programme is designed to enhance the freight sector’s efficiency through the deployment of advanced technologies such as swappable powerbanks, AI, and automation, with the goal of improving the transportation of goods across road, rail, and sea.

Philip Clarke, Founder and CEO of TUAL, expressed his enthusiasm for the project: “We are delighted to be working with the Department for Transport, Connected Places Catapult, and Wincanton on this forward-thinking project to trial our high-performance powerbanks for electric trucks. The funding we’ve received expedites the development of our solution, enabling us to extend the range and operational capabilities of eHGVs, while introducing new efficiencies to fleet management.”

The collaboration between TUAL and Wincanton is expected to have a transformative impact on the logistics industry by addressing the range limitations and charging challenges faced by electric lorries. With a focus on curbing carbon emissions and boosting operational efficiency, this project aims to bring the capabilities of eHGVs to new levels.

As one of the UK’s most prominent supply chain partners, Wincanton’s involvement will be crucial to the successful implementation and demonstration of this new technology, which has the potential to revolutionise fleet management across various industries.

TUAL’s innovative swappable powerbank technology is expected to significantly reduce downtime for charging, providing a practical solution for businesses looking to adopt electric freight options. This initiative is a key step toward the decarbonisation of the freight sector, a critical element of the UK’s broader goal to achieve net-zero emissions.