Lyreco has deployed a fleet of Renault Master E-Tech vans, spearheading its work to go all-electric on its delivery fleet.

Lyreco chose the Renault Master E-Tech electric van for its payload of over 1,000kg, range and value

The business, a leading distributor of workplace products, has introduced 17 Master E-Tech panel vans for its London operation.

The vans will work out of its Greenford, Tottenham and Dartford distribution depots and are the first electrified LCVs that the multinational company has used in the UK, supporting its strategy to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030.

The Master E-Tech panel vans have been deployed on the back of a two-year search by Lyreco to find a leading solution that would not only provide optimum environmental compatibility, but also enable it to complete extensive multi-drop routes without impacting efficiency or service.

As such, payload was a key factor in Lyreco’s decision to opt for the Renaults; the Master E-Tech in the firm’s chosen long-wheelbase and medium-wheelbase formats have a payload of 1,300kg and 1,381kg, respectively. Even after adding floor and side cladding comfortably exceeds Lyreco’s payload requirements.

Other key requirements were a long range – the Master E-Tech has a WLTP-rated range of up to 75 miles – and value, comfort and usability.

Lyreco’s decision to invest in the Renault Master E-Tech was also based on its longstanding relationship with the French manufacturer. Among its 250-strong UK delivery fleet, 75% of vehicles rated at 3.5-tonne come from Renault and the firms’ partnership dates back over a decade.

Lyreco’s new Renault EVs will be charged via the 7kW charge points recently installed across its London distribution depots and the firm has also invested in electric vehicle driver training.

Richard Taylor, head of operations – supply chain, Lyreco UK & Ireland, said: “The purchase of Master E-Tech vans sends a clear message to our customers, our colleagues and the wider public, of our green credentials and commitment to sustainability. It means that where range and payload permits, our deliveries in London will be made by 100% electric vehicles that will not contribute to air and noise pollution.”