Cornelissen Transport Orders 27 MAN Electric Trucks in Fleet Expansion

Dutch logistics provider Cornelissen Transport has placed an order for 27 electric trucks from German manufacturer MAN, as part of its plan to expand its zero-emission fleet. The first deliveries are scheduled for the end of June.

Cornelissen, which currently operates 20 heavy-duty electric trucks, aims to increase its electric fleet to 80 units by the end of the year. The latest order includes 25 eTGX tractor units and two eTGS electric trucks. “With this investment, we are taking an important step towards making our fleet more sustainable and introducing MAN as a new brand in our organisation,” the company said.

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The decision to partner with MAN was based on its strong service network, reliable delivery times, and compatibility with Cornelissen’s operational needs. “Although we were not actively looking to expand our fleet, it turned out that MAN offered a solution that perfectly matched our ambitions and customer agreements,” said Peter Leegstraten, Manager Procurement and Innovation at Cornelissen. He noted that drivers responded positively to the eTGX’s spacious GM cab and 375 cm wheelbase, which is well-suited for supermarket distribution. The eTGX offers a range of about 450 kilometers and supports charging from both sides.

Cornelissen’s new MAN trucks are also pre-equipped for megawatt charging. The company joins other early adopters of MAN’s eTruck, including transport firms Elflein, Duvenbeck, DB Schenker, and Dachser. However, MAN’s electric truck production remains in limited supply.

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“We believe that the turning point at which electric trucks become more economically attractive than diesel vehicles will be reached as early as 2027 or 2028,” Leegstraten said, citing rising excise duties, truck taxes, and CO2 levies. Beyond electrification, Cornelissen’s sustainability strategy includes bio-LNG trucks and refrigerated trailers with electric axles, as part of its broader goal to achieve a fully emission-free supply chain.