African Global Logistics (AGL), new owners of Freetown Terminal Limited has acquired two new Gaussin Electric Terminal Tractors and a multi-charge station to equip Freetown Terminal in Sierra Leone.
The APM75T HE Tractor is the result of creating a synergy between Gaussin’s expertise in the production of handling vehicles, Blue Solutions in the production of electric batteries, and African Global Logistics.
The 100% electric model will enable significant energy savings and will contribute to 100% carbon-free port logistics, as well as reducing maintenance costs while increasing productivity, safety, and driving comfort.
The acquisition of this new equipment is fully in line with the Green Terminal labeling process launched in June 2021 by the former owners (Bollore Transport and Logistics) with the aim of gradually decarbonising the transportation of containers and vehicles driving in its port terminals.
This approach covers all environmental concerns and is based on a comprehensive methodology built on eight fundamental pillars. The entire process – from defining the project to auditing – has been validated by Bureau Veritas, one of the world’s leading companies in testing, inspection, and certification.
The electric tractors are designed to save up to 90% in fuel annually, it operations simplified with reduced maintenance. They also provide rapid ROI compared to diesel tractors, Built to meet operations and maintenance requirements.
