Refrigerated electric trailers, U.S. player Range Energy to enhance cooperation with Thermo King

U.S.-based company Range Energy has announced a valuable cooperation program with global player Thermo King in the field of refrigerated electric trailers for long-haul transportation. This progression builds on the success of the initial collaboration announced in May 2024, which integrated Thermo King’s hybrid trailer refrigeration units (TRUs) and electric TRUs with Range Energy’s eTrailer System, which transforms large diesel trucks to hybrid-electric.

Now, the two companies are broadening their efforts to establish a comprehensive go-to-market strategy, including joint sales, distribution, installation, and service initiatives. In concrete terms, Range and Thermo King will work together on sales and marketing efforts, utilizing Thermo King’s extensive dealer network, including training, dealer demonstrations, and leveraging the dealer footprint to reach a broader customer base.

Range Energy and Thermo King: more about the collaboration program

The collaboration will also support installation and integration of Range systems onto customer trailers and work to provide seamless compatibility with Thermo King TRUs across the Americas. To further support customers, the dealer network will also provide regular maintenance for Range systems to ensure reliable service throughout the lifecycle of the electric trailers.

“This expanded collaboration marks a significant step toward a more sustainable transportation future,” said Chris Tanaka, vice president product management, Thermo King Americas. “By aligning on critical elements for commercialization, we are reinforcing our commitment to electrifying the transport refrigeration industry.”

“The success of our joint work to support customer trials laid the foundation for this next phase of commercialization, and we’re excited to bring our game-changing, driver-friendly, and cost-effective product to the trucking industry,” added Jon Foster, CEO, Range Energy.