Hyundai transports 26% of domestic volumes by rail

Hyundai India reduces emissions by utilizing rail freight for logistics, preventing 18,352 tonnes of CO2 in CY24.

Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL), said it transported 26% of its total domestic wholesale volumes through rail-freight in CY24, accounting for 1,56,724 units.

“This has resulted in the prevention of 18,352 tonne of CO2 emissions in CY24 by effectively optimising the share of rail freight (vs road-freight) in logistics, including utilising rail-medium for 100% of dispatches to the North-East region of India,” the company said in a statement.

Tarun Garg, whole-time director and chief operating officer, HMI,L said, “As the Government of India continues to upgrade the rail infrastructure with dedicated freight corridors and modern and energy efficient rolling stock ensuring faster movement of goods, HMIL remains committed to utilising rail freight to optimise its logistic operations, leading to long-term reduction in emissions.”

“We have been relentless in our pursuit of promoting sustainability in all facets of our operations, be it manufacturing, dispatches, sales or after sales support,” Mr. Garg said.

“By utilising Indian Railways’ extensive rail-network for delivering Hyundai vehicles from our plant in Sriperumbudur, Chennai, to multiple locations across India, we have effectively prevented 18,352 tonne of CO2emissions in CY 2024, dispatching 1,56,724 units in the process,” he added.

The company said it has cumulatively dispatched 5,37,499 units by rail in the last four years between CY2021-2024, effectively preventing 63,452 tonne of CO2 emissions.