Major UK Fleet Provider Orders Endurance Units to Help Customers Cut Operating Costs and Emissions
Sunswap, a UK manufacturer of zero-emission transport refrigeration units, today announced a new agreement for five Endurance transport refrigeration units (TRUs) with Hireco, one of Britain’s largest commercial vehicle lease providers.
The deal marks the growing adoption of sustainable refrigeration technology among leading UK fleet operators. Hireco manages over 8,000 assets and works with more than 70 of the UK’s top 100 transport companies. The agreement will enable Hireco to offer its customers a proven zero-emission alternative to diesel-powered transport refrigeration.
James Smith, Group CEO, Hireco said “This investment in Sunswap’s technology aligns with our commitment to sustainable transport solutions. We’re focused on helping our customers reduce their environmental impact while maintaining operational excellence. Sunswap’s proven zero-emission refrigeration technology offers our customers a practical path to cleaner, more efficient cold chain operations.”
Alaistar Gough, Head of Business Development, Sunswap commented “Hireco’s decision to adopt Endurance units demonstrates growing confidence in electric transport refrigeration among industry leaders. Their deep understanding of fleet operations and expertise in guiding customers to the right solutions makes them an ideal partner as we continue expanding the availability of zero-emission refrigeration technology across the UK market.”
Hireco’s customers can expect significant operational savings when switching to Endurance units, with running costs up to 81% lower than traditional diesel systems. Each unit eliminates the use of diesel and saves approximately 120 tonnes of CO2 over a 10-year period.
Sunswap Endurance delivers the same reliable performance as diesel units, enabling Hireco to offer customers a proven path to sustainable refrigeration without requiring a change to a customer’s operations.
The agreement with Hireco comes during a period of significant growth for Sunswap. Following a £17.3 million investment led by BGF and growing customer demand, the company has expanded its manufacturing facility in Leatherhead, Surrey. Built with precision engineering standards drawn from automotive manufacturing.
About Hireco
Hireco is a leading contract hire and rental specialist for trucks, trailers and commercial vehicles across the UK and Ireland. With over 50 years of industry experience, Hireco manages a fleet of more than 8,000 assets and serves over 70 of Britain’s top transport companies. The company is committed to sustainable transport solutions and ranks in the top 25% globally for environmental credentials through EcoVadis.
About Sunswap
Sunswap is an innovative British manufacturer delivering zero-emission transport refrigeration technology. The company’s flagship product, Endurance, combines advanced battery and solar power with automotive-grade engineering to deliver electric transport refrigeration that outperforms traditional diesel systems. Built with precision engineering and manufactured in the UK, Sunswap serves a growing customer base across Britain and Europe.
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