ENERCON Introduces First Fully Electric Long-Haul Truck to Advance Low-Carbon Logistics Across Its Wind Energy Operations

Key handover for ENERCON’s first e-truck (from left): Ralf Fittje, Maren Hofinga, Stephanie Fisser, Tino Hülsmeyer, Hendrik Peterburs (all ENERCON Global Logistics), Arthur Kasperczyk, Henning Pleiter (both A+T), and Matthias Henning (Volvo Trucks) (Copyright: ENERCON).

(IN BRIEF) ENERCON has launched its first fully electric long-haul truck, a 40-tonne Volvo FH Electric, marking a major advancement in the company’s efforts to electrify its logistics fleet and reduce emissions across the wind-energy supply chain. Operating between ENERCON’s Aurich facility and regional logistics hubs, the e-truck will be powered by renewable energy through an on-site 400 kW charging station, supporting fast charging to 80% within an hour. Expected to save more than 40 tonnes of CO₂ annually per vehicle, the initiative follows extensive technical, economic, and infrastructural analyses and builds on several years of collaboration with Volvo Trucks and A+T Nutzfahrzeuge. The move forms part of ENERCON’s wider sustainability strategy, which includes a commitment to halve direct emissions and substantially cut indirect emissions by 2030. The company plans further fleet modernization and partnerships to expand the use of electric vehicles in its logistics operations.

(PRESS RELEASE) AURICH, 19-Nov-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — ENERCON has taken a major step toward decarbonising its transport operations by unveiling its first fully electric long-haul truck, a Volvo FH Electric, marking the official launch of its lorry-fleet electrification efforts. Presented on 18 November, the 40-tonne e-truck will operate between the company’s Aurich manufacturing site and surrounding logistics hubs, supported by ENERCON’s newly installed 400 kW on-site charging infrastructure.

According to Hendrik Peterburs, Vice President of ENERCON Global Logistics, the new truck represents a significant milestone in the company’s long-term strategy to transition its transport logistics toward electric mobility. He emphasized that this move supports emissions reduction goals across the wind-turbine value chain while also lowering operating costs and reducing exposure to fossil fuels. Before making the procurement decision, ENERCON conducted comprehensive assessments of vehicle performance, charging requirements, electricity consumption, CO₂ emissions, and operating cost projections to ensure the shift to electric transport would enhance logistical efficiency. The e-truck will be powered by wind energy at ENERCON’s own charging point, where its 250 kWh charging capability allows the battery to reach 80% capacity in around one hour.

The handover event brought together representatives from ENERCON Global Logistics, A+T Nutzfahrzeuge and Volvo Trucks, marking the culmination of joint testing activities that have stretched over several years. Early projections show that each electric truck charged with renewable electricity can avoid more than 40 tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually — roughly equivalent to the yearly carbon footprint of four average private households. This reduction feeds directly into ENERCON’s broader sustainability strategy.

Peterburs noted that as the company transitions more of its fleet, technical developments and driver feedback will play an essential role in shaping future modernization efforts. ENERCON is also exploring cooperation opportunities with freight companies investing in electric transport solutions. Volvo Trucks welcomed the company’s move toward electromobility, with Matthias Henning, Key Account Manager E-Mobility Germany, praising ENERCON’s commitment and readiness to adopt new technologies despite challenging market conditions. A+T Nutzfahrzeuge echoed this sentiment, highlighting the close, multi-year collaboration between the companies to test, evaluate, and refine electric truck solutions.

Sustainability remains a core principle of ENERCON’s corporate philosophy. The company has committed to halving its direct emissions and significantly reducing indirect emission intensity by 2030 compared to 2021 levels. Fleet electrification, renewable-energy-powered operations, and the decarbonisation of production facilities form key components of its long-term climate strategy.

Media Contacts:

Felix Rehwald
Head of Corporate Communications / Spokesperson
Dreekamp 5
26605 Aurich
Germany
+49 4941 91871160
presse@enercon.de

SOURCE: ENERCON