Uniserve has been shortlisted for the Low Carbon Award at the Motor Transport Awards 2026, recognising the company’s innovative partnership with a global glass packaging manufacturer to dramatically reduce emissions across a high-volume transport operation.
The shortlist recognises Uniserve’s low-carbon logistics programme, which has successfully combined alternative fuels, operational innovation and data-driven optimisation to deliver significant emissions reductions without compromising service performance.
Delivering Low-Carbon Logistics at Scale
Working in partnership with the client, Uniserve introduced 14 bio-LNG powered HGVs into its Chepstow fleet to support the transportation of “live glass” between Yorkshire production sites, the Chepstow hub and UK brewing customers.
The initiative was launched at a particularly challenging time for the industry. Following the closure of the M48 Severn Bridge to HGVs during summer 2025, journey distances increased significantly, adding approximately 60 miles and up to two hours to every round trip.
Despite the operational complexities, Uniserve remained committed to its sustainability objectives and prioritised lower-carbon transport solutions over operational convenience.
Major Carbon Savings Achieved
In the 12 months to March 2026, Uniserve’s LNG fleet delivered transformational environmental results:
- Nearly 3,100 tonnes of CO2 saved
- Up to 95% tailpipe CO2 reduction compared with diesel vehicles
- Over 2.5 million miles completed by bio-LNG vehicles
- Approximately 100 tonnes of plastic eliminated
- A further 300 tonnes of CO2 emissions avoided through packaging innovation
The project also saw Uniserve eliminate the need for traditional pallet shrink wrap by introducing compression banding technology, removing around 4.2 million square metres of plastic wrap from the supply chain.
A Collaborative Approach to Sustainability
To ensure robust emissions reporting, Uniserve utilised third-party carbon measurement tools aligned with UK government greenhouse gas reporting standards. Real-time telematics and TMS integration enabled continuous monitoring of vehicle efficiency, fuel consumption and driver performance.
Alongside the rollout of alternative fuel vehicles, Uniserve invested in specialist driver training programmes designed to improve fuel-efficient driving behaviours and maximise environmental performance across the fleet.
A senior logistics representative from the manufacturing partner commented:
“Uniserve has implemented new supply chain solutions to service our key customers and deliver against our OTIF targets. The introduction of the LNG fleet enables us to maintain our service offering whilst also supporting our environmental objectives.”
Leading the Future of Sustainable Logistics
The Motor Transport Awards shortlist recognises Uniserve’s ongoing commitment to delivering practical, scalable sustainability solutions within the logistics sector.
By combining bio-LNG technology, operational resilience, packaging innovation and close customer collaboration, Uniserve has demonstrated that meaningful carbon reduction in road freight can be achieved today using existing technologies.
For organisations looking to reduce the environmental impact of their supply chains, Uniserve provides practical, scalable solutions that balance performance with sustainability.
To discuss how lower-carbon transport and logistics solutions can support your operations, please contact the Client Relationship Management Team at: crmteam@ugroup.co.uk