Neill & Brown charges ahead with EV investment

Neill & Brown Global Logistics is motoring towards a greener future with an investment in electric vehicles.

Following a successful trial last year, a fully electric 18-tonne truck and Luton van are hitting the East Yorkshire roads to fulfil our popular local pallet delivery service. 

To mark the introduction of the new vehicles, we have also unveiled a fresh new electric-themed livery, designed to showcase our growing focus on sustainable transport solutions.

The first addition to the fleet is the 3.5-tonne Renault Luton van which is already supporting Neill & Brown’s busy local pallet operation, collecting and delivering for customers across Hull and surrounding areas. Later this year, we will welcome an electric 18-tonne Renault truck.

Both have been chosen for their suitability for local pallet network operations, where daily collection and delivery routes make electric transport an ideal solution.

The investment forms part of a broader sustainability strategy across the business which includes installing solar panels on the roof of our head office and warehouse facility in Hessle later this year,

Neill & Brown’s CEO Peter Brown said: “We recognise the importance of reducing emissions in our industry, and this EV investment is an important step towards preparing our business for the future. The trial in 2025 went down very well with our customers and drivers, and the vehicles are ideal for the local pallet delivery work we carry out every day.”

Our managing director Carl Andrew said that the initiative marked another milestone in Neill & Brown’s drive towards greener logistics. “This is about making meaningful, practical changes across the business,” he said. “We are proud to be investing in cleaner technologies while continuing to deliver a first-class service.”

Neill & Brown provides a comprehensive range of logistics services including palletised freight distribution, warehousing and storage, European and worldwide logistics by rail, road, sea and air, customs support and our internationally recognised caravan transport operation.