DB Schenker U.S. Land Transport Named A 2025 HDT Top Green Fleet

HDT has been presenting the Top Green Fleets award to recognize sustainability efforts since 2013.

This achievement marks DB Schenker's second consecutive year as a Top Green Fleet. USA Truck, which was acquired by DB Schenker in 2022, received this honor in 2018.

DB Schenker U.S. Land currently operates two battery-electric trucks and uses renewable diesel to fuel part of its fleet. The company is dedicated to optimizing fuel efficiency by achieving the best possible miles per gallon (MPG) through engine settings and selecting fuel-efficient transmission and rear-end ratios. 

Additionally, DB Schenker has integrated several sustainable technologies, including solar panels, MirrorEye camera systems, SmartWay-approved tires, and effective aerodynamic packages. DB Schenker also operates tire inflation systems on the trailer fleet and HALO inflation systems on the tractors. Solar panels on tractors prevent extended idle times for battery charging, and specific fleets are also utilizing renewable diesel in our sustainability efforts.

The U.S. Land facilities are equipped with low-energy LED lighting and feature carefully managed thermostat settings in the shop interiors. Smart chargers are utilized at battery recharging stations, and the company has eliminated the purchase of fossil-fuel-burning boost-off equipment, opting instead for capacitor jump-start equipment.

Looking ahead, DB Schenker looks to be carbon neutral by 2040 and expand battery-electric solutions into the box truck delivery market as customer needs/requirements dictate.

Each year, HDT identifies trucking operations that are leading the way in environmental stewardship. These companies are recognized for their innovative strategies in fuel and freight efficiency, the adoption of alternative fuels and powertrains, the development of zero-emission (Scope 1) options, and the implementation of cutting-edge resource-oriented facilities. The award also considers the companies’ sustainability goals, their willingness to share experiences, and other green accolades received.
Heavy Duty Trucking’s editors seek out nominations from the industry or encourage fleets to submit their own entries to highlight their work in areas such as fuel efficiency, freight efficiency, emissions reduction, alternative fuel and powertrain adoptions, environmentally friendly facilities and practices, and other sustainability initiatives.

“One of the things that struck us about our winners this year is that despite the current changes and uncertainty in the regulatory environment, these trucking fleets are pursuing sustainability because they believe it’s good for business and it’s the right thing to do,” explained HDT Editor and Associate Publisher Deborah Lockridge.

HDT’s Top Green Fleets are highlighted in the March/April print issue of Heavy Duty Trucking, which can be found here. 

About DB Schenker Americas
DB Schenker is one of the largest Integrated Logistics Service Providers in the Americas with more than 10,000 employees in 123 locations providing over 27 million sq. ft. of distribution operations to its clients. DB Schenker’s Americas presence includes Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Guatemala, Mexico, Panama, Peru, the United States, and Venezuela. DB Schenker offers land transport and air and ocean freight, as well as comprehensive logistics solutions and global supply chain management services from a single source. With integrated partners across the Americas, DB Schenker provides the best combination of intimate local practices, knowledge, and global capabilities.

About DB Schenker 
With around 76,600 employees at more than 1,850 locations in over 130 countries, DB Schenker is one of the world’s leading logistics service providers. The company operates land, air, and ocean transportation services, and it also offers comprehensive logistics and global supply chain management solutions from a single source. Aiming for a sustainable future of the logistics industry, DB Schenker continuously invests in innovative transport solutions, renewable energies, and low-emission products for its customers.