FedEx is making major strides in reducing transport emissions with the rollout of electric delivery vans in New Zealand. As part of its global ambition to achieve carbon-neutral operations by 2040, the company recently introduced 10 LDV eDeliver 3 electric vans to its Auckland fleet.
Designed for last-mile delivery, the eDeliver vans offer a range of around 200 kilometres on a full charge—more than enough to complete daily routes. The vehicles are supported by dedicated EV charging infrastructure at the Auckland station, which allows seamless overnight charging and zero tailpipe emissions during operation.
Peter Langley, Regional Vice President of FedEx Australasia, says the move is a practical example of the company’s broader decarbonisation strategy in action.
“These battery-powered vehicles are designed for efficient last-mile delivery and are already helping us reduce tailpipe emissions,” Langley said.
The New Zealand deployment is part of a global rollout. Across Asia Pacific, FedEx has nearly 700 electric vans and trucks in service, while more than 1,000 electric parcel pickup and delivery vehicles are deployed globally.
Langley said FedEx takes a phased approach to fleet electrification, starting with routes and locations best suited for EVs. In urban areas like Auckland, electric vans are proving to be a reliable, sustainable alternative to internal combustion engine vehicles.
“We’re working closely with manufacturers to identify and deploy EVs that meet our operational needs, and the LDV vans have been a great fit for the local market,” he said.
With dedicated infrastructure and strong alignment to its global strategy, FedEx’s investment in electric vans marks a significant step toward cleaner, quieter urban deliveries—setting the pace for other transport and logistics providers across the region.
