Epsilon Carbon Rolls Out LNG Trucks to Cut Emissions in Transport

Key Highlights:

• Epsilon Carbon has introduced six LNG-powered container trucks.
• The trucks are expected to reduce CO2 emissions by up to 25%.
• Nitrogen oxide emissions may drop by nearly 90%.
• Each truck can run up to 500 kilometers on a full tank.
• The move supports Scope 3 emission reduction for tyre industry clients.

Epsilon Carbon Pvt. Ltd., a leading manufacturer of carbon black, has launched six LNG (liquified natural gas)-powered container trucks to deliver carbon black to tyre companies. The move signals the company’s push towards greener and more energy-efficient logistics.

Benefits of LNG trucks

These LNG trucks offer significant environmental benefits over traditional diesel trucks. They are expected to lower carbon dioxide emissions by 20–25%, cut nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions by up to 90%, and nearly eliminate particulate matter emissions. The trucks also promise 5–10% better fuel efficiency, helping reduce fuel consumption and overall logistics costs.

Supporting Industry-Wide Emission Cuts

The use of LNG trucks will also help Epsilon and its customers, particularly in the tyre sector, reduce Scope 3 emissions, indirect emissions from transport. These reductions can be reported by tyre manufacturers in their sustainability records, supporting their environmental commitments.

Leadership insights:

Vikram Handa, Managing Director of Epsilon Carbon, said India’s freight transport sector needs cleaner solutions, as it handles almost 70% of the country’s cargo. He added that this shift to LNG-powered vehicles aligns with India’s larger decarbonization goals and reflects Epsilon’s efforts to reduce its environmental impact.

Designed for Medium-Range Hauls

Each truck in the fleet can cover around 500 kilometers on a full tank, making them suitable for mid- to long-distance routes. Epsilon plans to expand the LNG fleet in phases, depending on demand and performance.

About Epsilon Carbon

Founded in 2017, Epsilon Carbon operates facilities in Karnataka, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha. The company produces 215,000 metric tons of carbon black and 320,000 metric tons of speciality carbon annually. It uses feedstock sourced from the steel industry, maintains a Zero Liquid Discharge policy, and powers its operations using energy recovered from waste gases.

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CMV360 Says

Epsilon Carbon’s move to use LNG trucks is a smart step towards cleaner transport. These trucks help reduce pollution and save fuel, which is good for the environment and the company’s costs. It also helps their customers in the tyre industry meet their green goals. By integrating LNG-powered trucks into its supply chain, Epsilon Carbon is taking a strong step toward sustainable logistics and helping pave the way for a cleaner future in industrial transport.