Lafarge pioneers green mobility, introduces electric truck

Lafarge Africa Plc has announced a milestone in its sustainability journey with the launch of an Electric Vehicle (EV) truck into its supply chain.

This achievement, which is in partnership with Tolaram, marks the first-of-its-kind in Africa, underscoring Lafarge’s unwavering commitment to sustainable practices and innovative solutions for a greener future.

Speaking at the launch of the EV truck at the company’s Ewekoro factory on Monday, the GMD/CEO of Lafarge Africa, Lolu Alade-Akinyemi, said, “We are proud to announce the launch of the first-ever heavy goods EV truck in Nigeria; an achievement that not only highlights our commitment to innovation, but also solidifies our position as pioneers in the pursuit of environmentally responsible practices within our industry.”

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In a statement, Alade-Akinyemi, who noted that the building solutions company had achieved notable milestones in accelerating the green mobility journey, said, “Our journey towards a more sustainable future began years ago with a vision to integrate environmentally-friendly practices into every aspect of our operations.”