Volvo, DB Schenker, Citroën, Stellantis, Citywatt

Volvo Trucks and Putzmeister have introduced one of the largest fully electric truck-mounted concrete pumps in the world. Built on the Volvo FM 8×4 Electric Tridem chassis with hydraulically steered trailing axle, the vehicle is designed for a total weight of 32 tons. It is powered by two electric motors with a continuous output of 330 kW and equipped with a 360 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 25 kilometers to a jobsite and pump around 50 cubic meters of concrete — all without recharging. For longer distances or higher concrete volumes, a CCS charging solution (63 or 32 amps) can be installed, allowing the truck to recharge while pumping.

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has introduced two new electric articulated dumpers. The A30 Electric offers a payload capacity of 29 to 39 tons and can operate for up to four hours on a single charge. Its electric motor delivers 265 kW, and the lithium-ion battery pack has a capacity of 245 kWh. Operational time without intermediate charging is estimated at 4 to 4.5 hours.

With a charging power of 350 kW, the dumper supports fast charging — enabling it to go from 20% to 80% in just one hour.

DB Schenker has opened its largest land transport terminal in Germany to date, located in Neunkirchen, Germany. The new logistics hub spans a total area of 76,000 square meters, featuring a 10,500-square-meter terminal with 119 loading docks and 3,519 square meters of office space. A modern yard management system enables precise monitoring and control of logistics operations.

Around 300 socially insured jobs are being created at the site. As for sustainability, the new facility is equipped with a photovoltaic system for sustainable energy supply. It also includes ten charging stations for electric passenger cars and eight for electric trucks. The building has been awarded the DGNB Gold certification for sustainable construction and energy efficiency.

To mark the 30th anniversary of the Jumpy, Citroën is releasing a special edition ë-Jumpy Type-H Pack. This model blends modern electric mobility with the nostalgic design of the legendary Type H van. The electric transporter features a 100 kW (136 hp) motor and a 75 kWh battery, offering a range of up to 352 kilometers (219 miles).

Charging time is approximately 7.5 hours with an AC wallbox, and just 45 minutes to go from 5% to 80% using a 100 kW DC fast charger.

Stellantis, in partnership with French company Qinomic, has introduced an electric retrofit solution for light commercial vehicles. This initiative allows owners of combustion-powered vehicles like the Fiat Scudo, Opel Vivaro, Peugeot Expert, and Citroën Jumpy to convert them to electric drive.

The retrofit uses over 200 original Stellantis parts, including batteries and electric motor components. Removed combustion components will be processed through Stellantis’ SUSTAINera program for refurbishment or reuse, supporting a circular economy approach.

Charging infrastructure provider Citywatt has developed a new digital tool to help transport companies assess the economic viability of electric trucks. The interactive calculator provides quick insights into cost trends, potential savings, and the real-world business case for switching to electric commercial vehicles.

Users can access the tool without registration and receive data-driven evaluations to support decision-making for fleet transitions. Citywatt also offers end-to-end support, including charging infrastructure, energy management, maintenance, and billing solutions. The tool is aimed specifically at logistics companies, freight carriers, and fleet operators who are considering electrification or have already begun the transition.