Darcica Logistics continues to turn deliveries green in Oxfordshire

  |   Road Transport   |   Darcica Logistics continues to turn deliveries green in Oxfordshire

15:00 Wed 25th Jun 2025 | Posted By UKHAULIER

Bicester-based Darcica Logistics, a member of Palletways UK's express palletised freight network, continues to expand its promise of zero-emission pallet deliveries and collections around Oxfordshire, having integrated the new DAF XB 18 tonne electric truck into its operations. Designed and produced by Leyland Trucks, the DAF XB Electric is part of a limited 'early adopter' programme of just ten vehicles, marking the final development phase before full-scale production commences later this year. The zero-emission truck with a 16-pallet body size, has a driving range of up to 300km (186 miles) and will be used by Darcica for zero-emission pallet deliveries across the country, supporting Darcica's net zero journey and Britain's first Zero Emission Zone (ZEZ) which began in Oxford in 2022.

Darcica, a family-run and owned business, is committed to reducing emissions, waste, water and energy. It has already replaced its diesel vans with electric vans introduced electric forklift trucks in its depots and added a fully electric 3.5-tonne truck primarily for city centre deliveries. Darcica owner, Anthony Tattersall comments: "We're excited to add the new DAF XB truck to our fleet, it's fully branded and even has a Darcica registration number EV25 DAR which will be easy to spot around Oxfordshire!

We estimate the truck will save 10 tonnes CO2 a year and expands our service to urban and regional customers with sustainable deliveries." Darcica is one of over 120 independent transport providers that are part of the Palletways UK network. They benefit from shared expertise and resources from within the group to deliver consignments of palletised freight to market faster and more cost-effectively than ever before.

The Palletways Group, renowned for its industry-leading IT developments and operational systems, comprises 450+ depots and 20 hub operations, through which it provides collection and distribution services across 24 European countries, including the UK.