– New Energy Transport, ANC and Who Gives A Crap transport a bulk load of consumer essentials from Sydney to customers in Canberra with 100% electric road freight
– A total of 460 kilometres covered by Windrose electric prime mover and ANC’s electric last-mile delivery vehicles
– All-electric prime mover delivers 84% reduction in energy costs compared to a diesel-powered truck
Canberra, Monday 30 March 2026: Australia’s first all-electric ‘end-to-end’ freight delivery – from distribution centre to customer door – has been successfully completed, demonstrating that electric road freight is possible and commercially viable in Australia.
The all-electric delivery comes as Australia continues to face a diesel and fuel shortage that is threatening critical supply chains and increasing the cost of everyday essentials.
In a substantial cost saving, the all-electric Windrose prime mover delivered an 84% reduction in energy costs compared to a diesel prime mover on the same route.
Zero-emission trucking company New Energy Transport (NET), in partnership with ANC and purpose-driven Australian brand Who Gives A Crap, today announced the milestone delivery on the lawns of Parliament House in Canberra ahead of the Smart Energy Council’s Freight Forward Summit.
The Australian-first delivery saw a fully electric heavy prime mover transport a bulk load of Who Gives A Crap consumer products from its distribution centre in Sydney to Canberra on a single charge. The freight was then transferred to ANC’s electric last-mile delivery fleet and delivered direct to customers throughout Canberra on Wednesday 25 March – completing a fully electric, zero emissions ‘end-to-end’ road freight delivery.
In addition to delivering substantial cost savings, the electric prime mover also completed the delivery 25 minutes faster than a diesel truck. The electric prime mover maintained high speeds across all sections of the route, including the steep Skyline and Governess hills near Goulburn, where diesel trucks typically slow to a crawl.
Daniel Bleakley, Co-CEO, New Energy Transport, said the delivery proves that zero-emission heavy freight is possible now: “This delivery ushers in a new era for Australian road freight where electric heavy trucks are not just cheaper and faster, they unshackle Australia from volatile global oil markets, dramatically strengthening our supply chain resilience.
“Australia must act now and seize this moment to decouple from diesel. Australia’s major transport buyers, including our supermarket chains who depend on diesel-based trucking to deliver food to millions, have a responsibility to accelerate the transition to resilient road freight.
“Governments at all levels also have a major role to play. By co-investing in charging infrastructure and making electric prime movers more affordable through targeted
subsidies and incentives, they can catalyse industry adoption and unlock long-term economic, productivity, and energy security benefits for Australia.”
Simon Griffiths, Co-Founder and CEO of Who Gives A Crap said: “Decarbonising our supply chains is one of the most impactful steps any business can take for the planet. We are proving that the transition to electric vehicle fleets isn’t just a future goal – it’s possible right now. By integrating EV freight into our own operations, we’re demonstrating that the solutions are ready and effective for Australian commerce.
“Our goal is to help shape the future of zero-emission freight in Australia. We know that as more businesses make the switch to electric, we create the collective momentum needed to transform our national logistics network. We’re proud to be leading the charge with partners like New Energy Transport and ANC, and we’re calling on other businesses to join us in making sustainable, electric shipping the new standard.”
Joe Sofra, CEO at ANC said: “ANC is proud to partner with New Energy Transport and Who Gives A Crap to establish a green corridor from Sydney to Canberra. While driven by a shared vision to accelerate zero-emissions transport, this initiative also demonstrates what’s possible in delivering enhanced energy resilience amid ongoing fuel volatility and supply uncertainty.”
James Walmsley, Director Business Development at Windrose said: “Windrose, a global leader in sustainable transportation technology, is proud to be involved in this electric truck initiative. The Windrose long range electric truck is designed to optimise heavy freight efficiency while dramatically reducing carbon emissions. With a range of up to 670km at 49 tonnes combined mass, one-hour fast charging and B-double rated 1,400 horsepower design, the Windrose next-generation electric long-haul trucks can match diesel routes at much lower cost.”
John Grimes, CEO at Smart Energy Council said: “In 2025 China sold more electric trucks in one year than Australia’s entire diesel fleet – that’s the pace of change. Australia runs on road freight so if diesel stops, we stop and starve. Electrifying trucking strengthens our energy security, and we’re ready – we already build electric trucks and charging infrastructure, and can power it all with sun and wind. Every litre of diesel we save on highways by electrifying trucks, is one we keep for farmers.”
The announcement highlights the leadership required to deliver fully integrated all-electric ‘end-to-end’ road freight. Australian social enterprise Who Gives A Crap is helping lead the shift to electric road freight in Australia, demonstrating that brands can and should switch to electric vehicles. The company sells eco-friendly toilet paper and donates 50% of its profits to help give everyone access to clean water and a toilet, and has been an early adopter of renewable solutions across its operations. ANC operates one of the largest last mile EV delivery fleets in Australia and has been at the forefront of electrifying metropolitan freight.
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About NET’s demonstrations of electric prime mover capabilities
The milestone Who Gives a Crap delivery follows New Energy Transport’s completion of the longest single-charge electric heavy road freight delivery in Australia late last year, transporting 36 tonnes on a 480-kilometre round trip in partnership with Windrose and Multiquip. That demonstration reinforced that electric heavy road freight not only reduces emissions but is also cost competitive with diesel while delivering productivity gains, including a 12 per cent reduction in journey time.
New Energy Transport is also progressing plans to construct Australia’s largest heavy electric trucking charging depot near Wilton, south-west of Sydney. The site is designed to support up to 50 heavy electric trucks and will anchor electrified freight corridors between Sydney, Wollongong and Canberra, positioning the company to scale zero-emission heavy road freight across the east coast. By 2031 New Energy Transport plans to expand its operations to service routes between Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra and Brisbane.
About Who Gives a Crap’s sustainability commitments
Who Gives A Crap is a B Corp™ certified business, recognised for meeting high standards of social and environmental performance. Their products are eco-friendly, made using recycled and sustainably managed sources that are FSC® Chain-of-Custody certified (C190271) and delivered to nearly 40 countries with complimentary carbon-neutral shipping.
The business launched in 2012 when co-founders Simon Griffiths, Danny Alexander and Jehan Ratnatunga learnt that billions of people do not have access to a toilet. From the beginning, the company has donated 50% of its profits to clean water and sanitation non-profits worldwide. To date, Who Gives A Crap has raised over AU$20 million to partners around the world that work with local communities to improve access to water, toilets and hygiene solutions. The company strives to continually reduce its environmental footprint whilst helping billions of people in need.
About ANC’s sustainability commitments
ANC is leading the transition to a more resilient and future-ready last mile delivery model, recognising that the shift to zero emissions is not solely an environmental imperative, but a critical lever for strengthening energy security and supply chain reliability. In a sector that accounted for 35.7 million tonnes of CO₂ emissions in Australia in 2020, reducing dependence on volatile fuel markets is increasingly central to maintaining consistent and dependable delivery networks.
Through close collaboration with clients and partners, ANC is helping to accelerate the adoption of zero-emissions delivery solutions that reduce exposure to fuel price shocks and geopolitical disruptions, while improving operational stability across the supply chain.
ANC has already surpassed 100 electric vehicles on the road, with a growing fleet of custom-designed trucks and electric vans now completing a significant and increasing share of deliveries emissions-free. In the latest month alone (February 2026), this momentum translated into more than 76,000 kg of CO₂ avoided, over 143,000 kilometres travelled, and 17.6% of all deliveries completed by EV.
With a clear commitment to transition 30% of its fleet to electric by 2028, ANC is not only reducing emissions but actively building a more secure and resilient operating model – one less reliant on imported fuels and better equipped to navigate global volatility. As the future of last mile delivery shifts toward electrification, ANC continues to invest in innovative, commercially viable solutions that strengthen supply chains, support customers and partners, and position the industry for a more stable and sustainable future.