NZ Post
Transport & Logistics“It's an inevitable technological transition that is possible for most businesses today, so don't be left behind, get into it!”
Their EV Journey
How and why they started
NZ Post started its decarbonisation journey in 2017, with the recognition that climate change and the need to decarbonise were becoming high profile issues for business, government and general society.
It was also noted that our customers need help to achieve their low carbon goals which includes managing emissions from their distribution networks.
Fleet Breakdown
Vehicle types and electrification progress
Fleet
| Vehicle | ICE | BEV | PHEV | Hybrid | Total | EV % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Internal Fleet: corporate | mail and operational support vehicles | — | — | — | — | — |
| Car | — | 101 | 9 | — | 110 | 100% |
| Van | — | 59 | 1 | — | 60 | 100% |
| Forklifts | 70 | 75 | — | — | 145 | 51% |
| Motorcycles | 145 | 3 | — | — | 148 | 2% |
| Tugs | 9 | — | — | — | 9 | 0% |
| Paxsters | — | 262 | — | — | 262 | 100% |
| Total | — | — | — | — | 734 | 69.5% |
Contractor Fleet: last mile and heavy freight services
| Vehicle | ICE | BEV | PHEV | Hybrid | Total | EV % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motorbike | 76 | — | — | — | 76 | 0% |
| Car | 94 | 3 | — | 8 | 105 | 10% |
| Ute | 157 | 2 | — | 2 | 159 | 1% |
| Van | 1867 | 92 | 2 | — | 1961 | 4.8% |
| Truck | 103 | 6 | — | — | 109 | 5.5% |
| Total | — | — | — | — | 2410 | 4.7% |
Benefits & Impact
What worked well
Own internal fleet:
- 74% reduction in tCO2e from FY23
- TCO cost savings on forklifts and motorbikes
- Customer value pillar for attracting carbon-reducing customers
- Maintaining brand and reputation as a sustainable business
Contractor fleet — last mile:
- Customer and consumer visibility of decarbonisation action
- Commitment to 2032 low-emission delivery service
- Positive contractor relationship impact
Challenges & Solutions
How they overcame obstacles
Own internal fleet:
- Cost of investment: demonstrated TCO benefits
- Resource constraints: ensured active governance oversight
- Charging infrastructure: installed EV chargers across sites and at employees' homes
Contractor fleet — last mile:
- Contractor fleet model: robust consultation with contractors
- Suitable vehicle technology: provided expert advice, engaged with OEMs
- Cost disparity: provided EV incentives
- Charging infrastructure: financial support for home chargers
Proud Moments
Milestones worth celebrating
- Demonstrating cost savings associated with decarbonisation
- Industry-leading commitment to low-emission delivery by 2032
- Robust consultation with contractor network
- Taking a chunk of linehaul emissions out of our network
Lessons for Others
Advice for businesses considering the switch
- Develop a view of your full barrier profile, and how this is projected to change over time.
- You will get better results with a supportive/collaborative approach rather than a purely mandate approach.
- Plan to invest a high amount of support in early transitions — early wins are worth their weight in gold.
- Get expert advice from specialists — it can take you a long way in understanding your strategic options.
Remaining Barriers
What still needs solving
Own internal fleet: Capex investment in constrained commercial environment.
Contractor fleet — last mile: Insufficient public and commercial charging infrastructure. Vehicle tech still developing for longer distances.
Heavy freight: Insufficient commercial charging/refuelling infrastructure. Significant TCO disparity. Vehicle tech still developing.
What Would Help
Changes that would accelerate the transition
- More collaboration between transport and infrastructure
- More funding to support heavy freight charging/refuelling infrastructure development
- LEV market development guidance for business roadmap planning