Lithuania-Based Ekonovus Puts Scania L-Series Into Operation In Vilnius’ Historic Centre


    Ekonovus recently purchased a new CNG-powered Scania L 340 refuse truck for operations in Vilnius, Lithuania’s historic centre. (Photo courtesy of Scania.)


    Ekonovus, a waste management company that serves Vilnius, Lithuania, recently purchased a new Scania L 340 refuse truck that runs on CNG (compressed natural gas). The truck features a crane and compactor, which will handle Molok waste containers that “partially lie underground,” according to Scania. The company further explains that as the truck empties the containers, “the lid is removed and a lifting bag is pulled from the well,” and once in place over the compactor, “the bottom of the bag opens and the content is released.”


    Meeting The Challenge

    The L-series model is well-suited for urban operation thanks to its low-entry cab and Scania’s emphasis on improved operator visibility in the vehicle’s design. This, in turn, makes the L 340 a good fit for Vilnius, which features a “largely preserved” historic centre that, although beautiful, is also fragile with “narrow streets” that “make refuse collection challenging,” Scania explains. Andrius Murnikovas, director of the logistics and technical department at Ekonovus, adds that, initially, “the first compressed natural gas trucks will serve the densely populated and most environmentally sensitive areas,” but they will move into other areas in the future.



    The L-series model features a crane and compactor that Ekonovus will use to empty Molok waste containers. (Photo courtesy of Scania.)


    More To Come

    Ekonovus plans to invest in more gas-powered trucks in the future as a way to reduce emissions and improve overall efficiency, and the company believes that more companies will join them “as the fuelling infrastructure now rapidly expands,” says Murnikovas. “Here in Lithuania, we’re pioneers in adopting next-generation refuse trucks inspired by similar trucks in neighbouring countries.”


    You will find a large selection of used Scania trucks for sale on TruckLocator, including a number of municipal refuse trucks.



    Posted On Tuesday 15 October 2019
    Category: Truck and Trailer News
    tag
      Blog Archive
    Cargo Express Chooses High-Quality Schmitz Cargobull Mega Trailers For International Transport
    Posted 06/11/2024
    Cargo Express adds Schmitz Cargobull Mega trailers to its fleet for their high quality, flexible roof height, and anti-theft features. ...
    Read More
    DAF Trucks Debuts New Innovations At IAA Transportation 2024
    Posted 07/10/2024
    Learn more about DAF's New Generation XD, XF, XG, and XG? trucks, which recently made their debut at the IAA Transportation 2024 show. ...
    Read More
    West Yorkshire Haulier Acquires Volvo FH Aero 460 Tractors
    Posted 30/09/2024
    Bower Green recently upgraded three trucks to new, aerodynamic Volvo FH Aero 460 tractor units with I-Save fuel-saving features and Globetrotter cabs. ...
    Read More
    Holland & Barrett Renews Fleet With Don-Bur Box Bodies
    Posted 26/09/2024
    Don-Bur announces the completion of a new batch of 33 bespoke 18-tonne rigid box bodies for Holland & Barrett, the UK's leading health and wellbeing store. ...
    Read More
    Oakland Distribution Acquires 30 Renault T480 Tractor Units
    Posted 25/09/2024
    Oakland Distribution recently added 30 new Renault T480 Turbo Compound 6x2 tractor units to its fleet, chosen for driver comfort and enhanced fuel economy. ...
    Read More
    New DAF XB Electric & Paccar Power Solutions At Cenex Expo 2024
    Posted 04/09/2024
    The latest XB Electric truck and Paccar Power Solutions will be on display at Cenex Expo today and tomorrow (September 4 and 5) at UTAC Millbrook. ...
    Read More
    Hadfields Transport Returns To Mercedes-Benz Trucks
    Posted 04/09/2024
    After a 7-year hiatus, Hadfields Transport recently added two 18-tonne Mercedes-Benz Actros 1827 trucks with box bodies with 2.7-tonne cantilever tail lifts. ...
    Read More
    DAF: 75 Years Of Trucks From Eindhoven
    Posted 21/06/2024
    DAF Trucks is celebrating 75 years of truck-building, just one in a long line of highlights driven by innovation, revolutionary technologies, and smart design. ...
    Read More
    DAF 19-Tonne XB Electric Makes UK Trade Show Debut At Road Transport Expo
    Posted 04/06/2024
    The 19-tonne version of the zero-emissions DAF XB Electric truck, which has a range of 350 kilometres, is making its first appearance at a UK trade show at Road Transport Expo in Stoneleigh, England. ...
    Read More
    Aggregate Supplier Rory J. Holbrook Buys 12 New DAF XDC Tippers
    Posted 16/05/2024
    Norfolk-based aggregate supplier Rory J. ...
    Read More