PepsiCo Ukraine is implementing a project to transport its own production products by replacing diesel trucks with new CNG-powered ones (Compressed Natural Gas). This pilot project to transition to blue fuel is part of PepsiCo's global transformation business strategy, pep+ (PepsiCo Positive), which focuses on sustainability. The company has already successfully tested CNG-powered trucks in the Kyiv region. These trucks currently service routes within a 400-kilometer radius from the CNG fueling stations of the partner network UKRAVTOGAZ. The next phase of the project involved launching transportation along the Kyiv-Nikolaev route, approximately 500 kilometers, in March of this year.
This innovative project is being realized through a three-way partnership between PepsiCo Ukraine, the company's logistics partner Milk Service, and UKRAVTOGAZ.
"CNG trucks reduce CO₂ emissions compared to diesel trucks," explains Anton Siryk, director of Milk Service. "Moreover, they show higher technical reliability due to the absence of compounds in natural gas that damage the catalyst. This extends the engine and component lifespan by 30-40%."
UKRAVTOGAZ also emphasizes the environmental and economic benefits of the new fuel:
"CNG produces almost no solid particles and ensures cleaner combustion. Ukrainian logistics companies have already shown increased interest in this type of transport, as it simultaneously reduces fuel costs and minimizes environmental impact," says Konstantin Dovhal, director of UKRAVTOGAZ.
PepsiCo Ukraine highlights that the pilot project to switch to gas-powered trucks is focused on changes in Ukrainian logistics.
"In 2021, we introduced a new set of guiding principles that direct our work at PepsiCo: transforming our business through PepsiCo Positive," says Andriy Marchenko, head of the primary delivery and transportation department at PepsiCo Ukraine. "This is not just a business strategy; it is a transformational journey in all our operations: from production to marketing and distribution. This project not only improves efficiency but is also an important step in developing sustainable transportation solutions in our operations in Ukraine."
Note: pep+ is a strategic transformation that places sustainability and human capital at the heart of how PepsiCo will create value and growth, working within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change for the planet and people.
