Fagan & Whalley launches its 1st 100% renewable diesel-fueled depot

U.K.-based logistics company Fagan & Whalley recently announced that it has reduced its overall group fleet’s emissions by 19 percent through the use of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), also known as renewable diesel.

The company’s Coventry depot in England now exclusively stocks HVO fuel as opposed to regular diesel.

This fuel, sourced from accredited suppliers and meeting International Sustainability and Carbon Certification and Renewable Fuels Assurance Scheme standards, means that all vehicles fueling at Fagan & Whalley’s Coventry deport run on cleaner, more sustainable energy.

“By making this bold move, Coventry becomes the first of our depots to lead the way in reducing our carbon footprint while supporting our clients’ net-zero and scope 3 objectives,” the company stated.

Fagan & Whalley said it implemented this change over several months, working closely with various suppliers and partners.

“We are now proud to share that every vehicle fueled at this depot uses HVO, although they may refuel with other fuels at different locations,” Fagan & Whalley said. “Operationally, our trucks can run on a blend of both diesel and HVO, making the move both practical and efficient for our operations. With 33 percent of our fueling stations now using HVO, we remain committed to increasing our reliance on sustainable fuels as part of our long-term environmental strategy.”

When discussing what drove this transition, Dan Fagan, Fagan & Whalley’s managing director, said, “We understand that achieving net zero isn’t something any business can do alone. Reaching these ambitious targets requires collective effort across the entire supply chain. It’s about everyone—suppliers, partners and clients—coming together to make meaningful progress.”

He added, “By transitioning our Coventry depot to HVO fuel, not only are we achieving our own objectives, but we are also actively helping our clients achieve theirs. It’s been very well-received by many of our customers, and it’s rewarding to know we’re contributing to their success.”

Those within the logistics industry will understand the unique set of challenges faced when it comes to sustainability, Fagan said.

“It’s a sector that’s heavily reliant on fuel, and balancing operational efficiency with reducing environmental impact is no easy task,” he said. “Nevertheless, the transition to HVO has been seamless. Our trucks can run on a blend of diesel and HVO, or solely 100 percent HVO, without any impact on performance or efficiency. From a fiscal and environmental perspective, the decision just made sense.”

While Fagan & Whalley said this transition to HVO marks the beginning of its sustainability journey, it said by no means is it the end.

Beyond HVO, the company is also installing new fuel tanks, preparing for electric-vehicle (EV) chargers, launching its first EV truck, integrating a rainwater-wash system, and exploring solar-panel installation.