Evri Gets Big on Bicycles: £19 Million Boost for a 3,000‑Bike Expansion
Why a Bike‑filled Britain Matters
Think of the UK as a giant pizza—there’s plenty of crust, but the toppings are a bit… noisy and smokey. Evri is swapping the heavy, diesel‑filled trucks for a fleet that’s as green as a fresh leaf and as quiet as a library on a Sunday. Over the next decade, the company plans to grow from 33 000 e‑cargo bikes to 99 000 and bump its electric vehicle count from 168 000 to 270 000. All for that sweet spot: a net‑zero carbon footprint by 2035.
The Numbers, Straight‑Up
- £19 million investment announced now
- Ride‑force expansion: 33 000 → 99 000 e‑cargo bikes
- EV count jump: 168 000 → 270 000 vehicles
- Carbon emissions already down by 9 % last year
What the Boss Says
Martijn De Lange, Evri’s CEO, chuckles: “Pedal power is revving up our mission to redefine parcel deliveries across the UK. We’re chasing the title of the most sustainable carrier out there.” His claim? 9 % emissions cut last year alone!
Behind the Scenes: People, Plan, Planet
Pauline Potter, the procurement & sustainability guru, adds, “It’s not just about fancy tech; it’s about the folks riding the bikes. We’re training our team to become the very solution to the environmental headache.”
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