Spanish parcel specialist, Furgo-Trayler, which operates nationally and internationally, is adding 25 Schmitz Cargobull EcoDuo combinations to its fleet.
The combinations consist of 50 S.BO EXPRESS dry freight semi-trailers and 25 dollies. In Spain, the EcoDuo vehicle combination, which comprises two standard semi-trailers connected via a dolly and pulled by a tractor unit, was authorised to run at 72 tonnes on the country’s roads at the beginning of 2014.
This investment should enable Furgo-Trayler to realise significant sustainability benefits, such as fuel savings and reduced CO2 emissions.
Joan Monzón, CEO of Furgo-Trayler, said the reliability, safety and robustness of the Schmitz Cargobull trailers, which fits with Furgo-Trayler’s growth and consolidation strategy in the transport sector, were decisive factors in the purchase decision. The investment is part of its internal EcoTrailer programme, which will challenge Furgo-Trayler to reduce its environmental footprint by 30 per cent over the next five years.
The new S.BO EXPRESS dry freight semi-trailers expand Furgo-Trayler’s fleet, which comprises 623 semi-trailers. 50 per cent of which are Schmitz Cargobull. They are certified in accordance with DIN EN 12642 XL and are equipped with a double-decker system that enables a loading capacity of up to 66 Euro pallets.
The vehicles are also equipped with the TrailerConnect telematics system and LED interior lighting as standard. The galvanised MODULOS chassis is easy to maintain, offers a high level of corrosion protection and has a 10-year guarantee against rusting through.
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