Maritime Transport Ltd has launched Maritime ZERO, a fully integrated emissions-reduction programme that pairs national rail services with battery-electric last-mile deliveries. There’s also a programme of semi-public charging points for electric truck charging at its railheads. The initiative, which begins this month, is designed to align with the UK government’s net-zero targets for 2050 and support the wider logistics sector in decarbonising operations.
By combining over 30 daily rail services linking major UK ports with nine inland terminals, Maritime ZERO offers customers a zero-emission alternative for both long-distance and local transport. Battery-electric handling and transport entering service this November will enable a fully sustainable door-to-door solution.
Integrated rail and road model
“Launching this year, Maritime ZERO is our new division dedicated to zero-emission transport, delivering battery electric trucks, high-powered charging infrastructure, and the network-wide capability required to support our customers’ decarbonisation goals,” said a company statement. Maritime Transport’s intermodal rail network allows operators to accommodate the UK’s longest and heaviest freight trains. At its nine UK terminals – Wakefield, Tilbury, Manchester, iPort Doncaster, Northampton, Mossend, East Midlands Gateway, Tamworth, and Hams Hall – the company deploys over 100 handling machines.
Maritime also stores more than 30,000 TEU of loaded and empty containers across off-dock sites. These are at Ipswich, Liverpool, Felixstowe, and DP World London Gateway (where plans are already in hand for a second rail terminal. “Maritime ZERO gives customers a carbon-efficient solution from port to final delivery,” said Tom Williams of Maritime Transport. “By combining rail and zero-emission trucks, we can deliver both environmental benefits and operational flexibility across the UK supply chain.”
Accurate carbon reporting
Alongside the launch, Maritime Transport has introduced a carbon reporting system fully integrated with its transport management platform, TOPS. The system calculates emissions for every journey stage, supporting Scope 3 reporting and helping customers track progress against sustainability goals. Data is presented in line with Global Logistics Emissions Council (GLEC) standards, offering actionable insights for further emissions reduction. “Fully integrated with our growing rail network to maximise emissions savings, Maritime ZERO forms part of a long-term strategy to build the UK’s cleanest, most sustainable full-load supply chain”, said Maritime.
Maritime Transport Ltd is a UK-based logistics operator offering integrated rail and road services. Its intermodal network and fleet solutions provide a sustainable, high-capacity alternative for freight moving across the country, including dedicated services linking Felixstowe, DP World London Gateway, and Southampton with inland terminals. The company supports a flexible operating model tailored to customer requirements and is committed to sustainable, zero-emission logistics.