Multi Transports adopts two MAN eTGX trucks and becomes the first haulier to sign the MAN 360 offer

The company, based near Le Puy-en-Velay, also becomes the first haulier to adopt the MAN 360 offer, a comprehensive solution developed by MAN Truck & Bus in collaboration with EDF to facilitate the transition to electromobility in road freight transport.

With MAN 360, the manufacturer offers a complete ecosystem designed to support transport operators in their energy transition. This approach combines several elements: electric vehicles and their energy performance, financial incentives such as Energy Saving Certificates (CEE), charging infrastructure via IZIVIA, electricity supply from EDF, and dynamic energy management provided by DREEV.

For MAN, this first operational deployment demonstrates the company’s ambition to provide concrete answers to the logistical, energy, and operational challenges that still limit the adoption of electric heavy-duty trucks.

At Multi Transports, electromobility is part of a broader strategy to help clients reduce their CO₂ emissions. Several shippers have expressed a desire to decarbonize their transport flows, while others have been supported by the company in identifying logistics schemes compatible with the range constraints of electric trucks.

“More and more shippers are looking for partners capable of supporting them in achieving their climate goals. The integration of electric vehicles is a concrete and immediate response,” says Olivier Jamon, CEO of the Multi Transports group.

The company has been following a structured carbon strategy for several years: a modern fleet compliant with Euro VI standards, CO₂ label certification, EcoVadis Gold medal, and commitment to the ACT Step-by-Step initiative. This approach also helps anticipate future carbon reporting requirements.

Before confirming its investment, Multi Transports tested a MAN eTGX for over a month on demanding routes in the Massif Central. Despite the challenging terrain, energy consumption proved to be better than expected.

Drivers also praised the driving comfort, low noise levels, and overall performance of the vehicle.

The collaboration between MAN, EDF, and IZIVIA made it possible to define a charging model adapted to the company’s operations, combining depot charging with on-the-road solutions.

“The energy transition in transport will not rely solely on zero-emission vehicles, but on a comprehensive and structured approach. Our ambition is to help operators like Multi Transports sustainably transform their business model,” explains Jean-Yves Kerbrat, Managing Director of MAN Truck & Bus France.

Multi Transports’ decarbonization strategy relies on multiple levers. The group already uses alternative fuels such as HVO and B100, with B100 alone reducing emissions by 1,566 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent.

At the same time, the company optimizes its transport plans to reduce fuel consumption.

The addition of the two MAN eTGX trucks is part of this gradual transition. Each vehicle will operate on long-haul routes of around 600 km per day, avoiding nearly 360 tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually.

The trucks deliver 330 kW (449 hp) and feature a total battery capacity of 534 kWh (480 kWh usable), distributed across six battery packs. They are equipped with a CCS charging interface capable of reaching up to 375 kW.

Beyond technological innovation, Multi Transports aims to provide its clients with concrete solutions to decarbonize their logistics flows.

The group also plans to develop new charging infrastructure at its sites, with the ambition of opening some of them to other transport operators to support the sector’s energy transition.

“Our responsibility is to anticipate market expectations and help shippers decarbonize their flows in a practical way. Electric mobility is not a symbol but a logical industrial evolution aligned with our strategy,” concludes Olivier Jamon.