Insights
Discover the latest developments and expert perspectives from Milence. Your go-to source for thought leadership, industry knowledge and insights shaping the future of fossil-free road transport.
Driving efficiency: unlocking TCO advantage with early eHDV adoption
Switching to electric heavy-duty vehicles (eHDVs) is not just about sustainability. Economics play a central role, and a question remains central for every fleet operator: When does going electric make financial sense? Our new lifecycle Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis reveals that the answer is sooner than many expect. While annual cost comparisons can make diesel look cheaper in the short term, looking at the entire lifecycle tells a different story: early adoption of eHDV leads to long-term savings and secures a stronger competitive edge. To illustrate how the methodology works in practice, we analysed two distinct cases: regional distribution in the Netherlands and long-haul transport in Germany. Â
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The transportation revolution: trends that can shape it in 2025 and beyond!
Transportation is the backbone of the global economy, and its importance will only continue to grow. Giving it a high profile when discussing an Action Plan for Europe’s automotive future is essential. Europe’s electric truck market is projected to hit 15% by 2030, underscoring this expansion and the shift towards sustainable transport. This growth will also be fuelled by a rapidly expanding Heavy-Duty Vehicle (HDV) charging network, with over €15 billion expected of being invested in Europe’s electric truck charging infrastructure, creating significant opportunities for businesses.
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Smart Energy Hubs: the missing link in Europe’s mission to sustainable road transport
In the battle against climate change, two critical fronts are emerging: the transition to renewable energy sources and the decarbonisation of transportation. New battery electric trucks are the driving force of the road transport transition. Meanwhile, the transition towards more connected renewables and electric trucks could be hampered if grid infrastructure investments do not keep up. The solution? Smart energy hubs along highways that integrate multiple renewable energy resources, storage devices, and consumption points using advanced controls, communication, and data analytics. The goal would be to improve energy efficiency, optimise energy management, reduce costs, and enhance grid reliability. This article explores the status quo and what is needed to accelerate both the energy and transport transitions, while explaining how data sharing drives Europe towards a sustainable future.
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Sustainable Road Transport: why battery electric trucks lead the charge
The transportation industry has been going through a transformation, due to the growing demand for more sustainable solutions. Within this sector, battery electric trucks have emerged proving to be a game changer in terms of efficiency, environmental impact and technological advancements. This article delves into the advantages of battery electric trucks highlighting efficiency, utilization of green energy sources, OEM development, and the importance of interoperability and data storage.Â
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Luis Hurtado charges ahead: ‘We are pushing the industry’
In the fast-moving world of e-mobility, Luis Hurtado is singularly well suited to work with charging technology and innovation at Milence. From initial studies in electrical engineering at home in Colombia, he continued with master’s and PhD studies at Eindhoven University of Technology in the Netherlands. Since then, he has worked with power systems and over the past four years with e-mobility.
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Why battery-electric trucks?
We answer some of the most common questions about battery-electric heavy-duty trucks
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The basics of truck charging
As the transport industry goes electric, there are new concepts and terms that drivers and transport companies will need to know. Familiar phrases like litres/100km will be replaced by kilowatt-hours/km, or kWh/km. The price per litre of diesel will eventually no longer matter; you’ll start looking at the price for a kWh of electricity. Concepts like fuel efficiency will be left in the past as energy efficiency becomes king.
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How we will build our network
As part of our mission to accelerate and support the transition to zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles in Europe, our network rollout strategy focuses on building confidence and trust in the market.
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Meet the team: Leo Jordaan
Meet Leo Jordaan, our Director of Asset Management, who is responsible for making sure our charge points and other facilities are always reliable and accessible.
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Meet the team: Roel Vissers
Meet Roel Vissers, our Director of Strategic Partnerships & Public Affairs, whose role will be key in making sure that CV Charging Europe is working with the right partners in different industries and countries.
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