{"id":320575,"date":"2025-11-21T20:11:30","date_gmt":"2025-11-21T10:11:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/railuk.com\/?p=185611"},"modified":"2025-11-21T20:11:30","modified_gmt":"2025-11-21T10:11:30","slug":"keolisamey-docklands-set-to-complete-full-fleet-electrification-by-year-end","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vibewire.com.au\/?p=320575","title":{"rendered":"KeolisAmey Docklands set to complete full fleet electrification by year-end"},"content":{"rendered":"

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KeolisAmey Docklands (KAD), responsible for operating and maintaining the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) network in London, is transitioning its entire car and van fleet to an EV fleet with the help of electric vehicle (EV) leasing company DriveElectric and Ford.<\/p>\n

A new eight-year contract with Transport for London (TfL) started in April 2025, with a target from TfL to go fully electric within five years from this date. The entire fleet will be fully electric by the end of December 2025, with 62% of the fleet currently in place.<\/p>\n

A legacy petrol and diesel fleet with demanding operational needs has been replaced with 39 electric vans and six electric cars, including specialist vehicles that have typically been challenging to electrify such as vans with tail lifts and flatbeds.<\/p>\n

All vehicles have been supplied by one manufacturer, Ford, with the fleet being comprised of Puma Gen-E cars, E-Tourneo minibuses, and E-Transit and E-Transit Custom vans, including variants with double cabs, tail lifts, dropside flatbeds, racking, shelving and ladder racks. Partnering with Ford as a single manufacturer has enabled the deployment of Ford Pro telematics, providing real-time insights that enhance visibility, efficiency and fleet performance.<\/p>\n

Richard Graham, managing director, KeolisAmey Docklands, said: \u201cDelivering a fully electric fleet over four years ahead of schedule is a testament to our team\u2019s commitment and the strength of our partnerships with Ford and DriveElectric. We\u2019re proud to champion sustainability, operational excellence and community wellbeing in East London.\u201d<\/p>\n

The transition to an electric fleet has delivered significant operational cost savings on fuel and maintenance, creating opportunities to reinvest those savings into future carbon reduction initiatives. With zero tailpipe emissions, the new fleet is also helping to improve air quality for staff and local communities in East London.<\/p>\n

Tom Page, general manager at Docklands Light Railway Limited, added: \u201cWe\u2019re delighted to see KeolisAmey Docklands deliver this ambitious EV fleet transformation. The project demonstrates the impact of close collaboration between DLRL, KAD, and our industry partners. By working together, we\u2019re driving real progress towards a cleaner, more sustainable future for London\u2019s transport network.\u201d<\/p>\n

DriveElectric supplied short-term electric vehicle rentals to maintain business continuity during the transition period. KAD has looked into decentralised, clean energy infrastructure across two grid-constrained London locations, including solar-powered chargers and battery storage at the Beckton depot, enhancing resilience to energy market volatility.<\/p>\n

Liam Bone, regional fleet business manager, Ford of Britain and Ireland, commented: \u201cThis project shows the strength of collaboration. By working closely with DriveElectric, we\u2019ve delivered a fleet solution made up of our freshest-ever line up that supports KeolisAmey Docklands\u2019 transition to zero emission vehicles, combining Ford\u2019s product capability and versatility with DriveElectric\u2019s expertise.\u201d<\/p>\n

The transition to electric vehicles is aligned with KAD\u2019s Net Zero ambitions, creating a fit-for-purpose and sustainable fleet for the future. This achievement also directly supports the Mayor of London\u2019s Clean Air and Net Zero targets, setting a new benchmark for sustainable fleet management in the light rail sector.<\/p>\n

Adam Kemp, sales director at DriveElectric, said: \u201cThis was a complex project, and finding the right product to meet demanding operational needs required real expertise. That\u2019s where DriveElectric makes the difference. By partnering with Ford, we delivered the right solution and managed every stage of the transition with precision.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe outcome is a fleet that keeps critical infrastructure moving, improves visibility through Ford Pro telematics, reduces downtime, and supports the customer\u2019s sustainability goals.\u201d<\/p>\n

Image credit: DriveElectric<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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