EKA Mobility Partners with IKEA India to supply electric delivery vans

EKA Mobility has partnered with IKEA India to supply electric vans for last-mile delivery, aiming to reduce IKEA's carbon footprint and enhance sustainable logistics.

Delhi- EKA Mobility is a subsidiary of Pinnacle Industries Limited., has formed a strategic partnership with IKEA to supply electric delivery vans, supporting IKEA's initiative to electrify its last-mile delivery fleet in India. Backed by Mitsui & Co. and VDL Groep, EKA Mobility has already delivered 10 electric vans to IKEA, with plans to expand the fleet across various regions in India.

The switch to electric delivery vans is set to greatly reduce IKEA’s carbon footprint, promoting a more sustainable and eco-friendly logistics operation. EKA's electric vans, featuring advanced battery technology, ensure reliable, efficient, and cost-effective service in urban areas.

Mr. Rohit Srivastava, Chief Growth Officer of EKA Mobility, said, “Partnering with IKEA marks a key milestone in our mission to revolutionize urban logistics with sustainable electric mobility. By providing advanced electric delivery vans, we're contributing to a cleaner environment and demonstrating the transformative potential of electric vehicles in logistics. We're excited to continue and expand this collaboration with IKEA.”

Mr. Saiba Suri, Country Customer Fulfilment Manager, IKEA India said, “At IKEA India, our commitment to sustainable logistics extends beyond just adopting EVs. We're focused on creating efficient infrastructure, enhancing skills, and fostering future opportunities across the value chain. As we expand in India with an EV-first strategy, we're better equipped to tackle related challenges and are dedicated to investing in long-term, innovative solutions. We deeply value our partners who share this vision. As we enter new markets, our priority is to ensure they are ready for this transition, laying the foundation for the future of our supply chain.”