Scania electric truck for zero-emission concrete transport operations in Denmark

Unicon is a leading producer and supplier of ready-mixed concrete. Together with partner Liebherr-Mischtechnik, the companies have jointly developed and deployed a fully electric solution for concrete transport. The solution combines a battery-electric Scania truck with a fully integrated electric concrete mixer system. By enabling zero tailpipe emissions in demanding building site environments, the project provides an emphatic argument for the decarbonisation of construction logistics.

Technically speaking, a key enabler is the fully integrated electric power take-off (ePTO), which powers the concrete drum directly from the truck’s battery system. This creates a fully electric, end-to-end solution tailored specifically for concrete operations. Developed over a three-year period, the vehicle is designed to meet the requirements of real-world use, including off-road driving conditions and continuous mixing.

Scania electric truck for emission-free concrete transport

In addition, with an installed battery capacity of up to 400 kWh, the vehicle is adapted to typical concrete distribution routes and offers an operational range of around 200 km. “This is not a pilot, it is a solution designed for daily operations and future scale,” said Christian Elleby, Supply Chain & Procurement Director at Unicon. “We are taking solid steps to reduce emissions in construction logistics, and this collaboration shows what is possible when the right partners and technologies come together.”

“This project shows that electrification is not limited to standard applications. It can be applied where it matters most,” added Tobias Ejderhamn, Global Manager, Transformation & New Business, Scania. “By combining our modular electric platform with deep application expertise and close customer collaboration, we are demonstrating a viable path towards zero-emission transport, even in the most demanding use cases.”