Australian last-mile delivery company ANC said on Monday it has expanded its fleet of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) to more than 100 and expects to add another 50 within the next year, significantly exceeding earlier electrification targets.
The company, which had aimed to deploy 112 EVs by 2026, now expects 150 to be in service by next year. Its electric fleet currently represents 12.5% of total vehicles and includes a mix of commercial models such as LDV eDeliver 9 cab-chassis trucks, JAC N90 trucks, long-wheelbase vans, and BILITI electric tuk-tuks. Together, they have delivered an estimated 340,000 consignments since ANC first began adopting EVs in 2022.
The initiative is part of ANC’s “Project Spark,” a program designed to replace diesel with BEVs in last-mile delivery. It has been supported by an AUD 12.8 million ($7.9 million) grant from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA). The strategy also includes charging solutions ranging from public fast chargers and depot infrastructure to portable DC chargers, with plans for “park ‘n’ charge” hubs combining charging stations and rest facilities for delivery drivers.
“Since our first drivers switched to EVs in 2022, dozens of ANC Delivery Professionals have helped reshape last-mile delivery in Australia,” CEO Joe Sofra said. “Project Spark shows that with the right support – education, grants and strategy – you can cut emissions and boost income. We’re not just enabling sustainability; we’re building stronger small businesses.”
Sofra added that lowering the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and broadening access to finance will be crucial for wider adoption. “Many drivers lack the capital to scale alone, so this provides a clear, supported path to grow,” he said. “But to further accelerate adoption across the sector, we need to lower TCO and improve access to finance. Tailored EV loans and dedicated insurance products could make the transition viable for more drivers and speed up Australia’s clean transport shift.”