Craigavon, Ireland: Manfreight has taken delivery of the first Schmitz Cargobull S.KOe Cool to enter service in Ireland. The electric trailer will be paired with a Volvo FM Electric, providing zero-emission transport.
Chris Slowey, managing director, Manfreight, said: “It’s a major commitment and a clear sign that we are incredibly serious about our ambitious target to run an emission-free operation by 2045.”
Colin Maher, managing director Schmitz Cargobull UK & Ireland, sais: “The SKOeCOOL is the ideal solution for companies like Manfreight who are leading the charge towards a cleaner and greener transport sector. As a long-standing partner of Schmitz Cargobull, we are happy to be able to support them with a truly sustainable solution for their temperature-controlled business.”
Manfreight will use the trailer for pharmaceuticals and raw food product transport i nthe UK and Ireland.
The trailer has electric refrigeration, battery and an axle generator. The fridge has a cooling capacity of up to 15,800 watts and a heating capacity of 10,500 watts. Batteries on the support winch replace the diesel tank, and also offer the option of installing an additional pallet box with space for 36 pallets.
