The partnership will introduce electric trucks into Kirloskar Ferrous Industries’ goods transportation operations at its Taloja plant in Maharashtra.
GreenLine Mobility Solutions Ltd. has partnered with Kirloskar Ferrous Industries Limited (KFIL) to deploy electric trucks for the latter’s logistics operations. The deployment was marked by a flag-off ceremony at Kirloskar Ferrous’ plant in Taloja, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, on November 12, 2026.
The collaboration brings electric mobility into Kirloskar Ferrous’ goods transportation activities, expanding the use of lower-emission transport solutions in industrial logistics. The companies said the partnership reflects the growing role of alternative-fuel vehicles in supply chains, as businesses explore ways to meet environmental objectives while addressing operational requirements.
Electric Trucks to Support Industrial Logistics
The deployment will introduce electric trucks into Kirloskar Ferrous’ transportation operations. While the companies have not disclosed the number of trucks being deployed, the partnership marks another step towards integrating electric mobility into industrial applications.
Kirloskar Ferrous’ leadership team highlighted the potential of electrifying inter-plant logistics to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs while supporting sustainability objectives.
For GreenLine, the collaboration adds to its efforts to expand electric truck deployments across different industrial applications. The company is focused on providing lower-emission freight transportation solutions suited to varied logistics requirements.
Commenting on the partnership, Madhur Taneja, CEO of GreenLine Mobility Solutions Ltd., said the company sees different roles for LNG and electric trucks in reducing emissions from freight transportation. LNG continues to support its long-haul transportation operations, while electric trucks offer opportunities in applications suited to electric mobility.
GreenLine Operates More Than 1,200 Vehicles
GreenLine Mobility Solutions, an Essar Group venture, operates a fleet of more than 1,200 LNG- and electric-powered heavy commercial vehicles across major freight corridors in India. Its operations serve several industries, including steel, cement, mining, FMCG and chemicals.
According to the company, its fleet has collectively covered more than 100 million kilometres and helped customers reduce over 30,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions.
GreenLine uses LNG-powered trucks for long-haul transportation and electric vehicles for short-haul operations. Through its subsidiary, Ultra Gas and Energy Ltd., it is also developing a nationwide network of LNG refuelling retail outlets to support its logistics operations.
Focus on Lower-Emission Freight Transportation
The partnership with Kirloskar Ferrous forms part of GreenLine’s wider efforts to expand alternative-fuel transportation in India’s industrial supply chains. By deploying electric trucks for goods movement, the companies aim to explore cleaner transportation options while maintaining operational requirements.
The announcement does not specify the deployment scale, truck models, operating routes or timeline for the electric truck operations. Further details on these aspects have not been disclosed.
