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Delivery Driver EV Charging Optimisation
ANC Delivers
Background/ Context
ANC is the last mile delivery partner for many of Australia's leading brands including Bunnings Warehouse, IKEA, Telstra, JB Hi-Fi, The Good Guys, Williams-Sonoma, Fuji Xerox, Blackwoods and Bunzl. Every year, its fleet of more than 800+ accredited drivers move over 1.5 million consignments weighing tens of millions of tonnes, travelling more than 50 million kilometres.
ANC Delivers commits to achieving Net Zero by 2030. To accomplish this, they are implementing a comprehensive decarbonisation plan that includes optimising logistics routes and commencing the transition to commercial EVs within five years. In the past year, 100% electric Pantech trucks, LDV vans and tuk tuks have been added to the fleet.
The transitioning of ANC Delivers’ fleet to EVs brings the challenge of optimising the charging of each EV, ensuring vehicles are charged and ready when needed. Across the entire EV fleet, vehicles should be powered efficiently, sustainably, and ready to meet the demands of continuous delivery schedules.
ANC will invest in the development of a robust and scalable charging infrastructure across their operational locations. This will include establishing partnerships with charging infrastructure providers and exploring the possibility of on-site charging facilities to support the seamless integration of EVs into their logistics operations.
How might we assist drivers in optimising the time and location for charging of their Electric Vehicles?
How might we assist drivers in optimising the time and location for charging of their Electric Vehicles?
Advanced delivery route optimisation should consider not just the delivery locations but also the proximity to charging stations. This can help drivers maintain efficient routes while ensuring they have access to charging points if needed. A system that dynamically schedules EV charging based on delivery schedules, vehicle usage patterns, energy demand, and cost considerations also helps ensure vehicles are charged during optimal times.
Requirements
Your proposed solution should consider these challenges in major Australian cities:
- Limited availability in high-density areas – Drivers without private parking spaces rely on street parking and cannot easily access home charging solutions. This is especially challenging for individuals living in apartments or renting their homes, who often face difficulties installing private chargers due to space constraints or restrictions imposed by landlords or body corporates.
- Fast charging stations – The demand for fast charging stations is growing, especially for drivers who need to quickly recharge and continue their journeys. However, fast chargers require significant electrical capacity. There is uneven distribution of charging stations, including scarcity in some suburban areas.
- Peak hour limitations and electricity prices – In some areas, the existing electricity grid may struggle to support the rapid increase in demand for EV charging, especially during peak times. Also, Australia has some of the highest electricity prices globally, which can affect the cost-effectiveness of EV charging, particularly during peak hours.
Your solution should address the unique dynamics of last-mile delivery logistics, including variable schedules, route fluctuations, and the imperative for high vehicle uptime.
Proof-of-Concept/Pilot
ANC will provide a minimum of S$8,800 to fund the POC/pilot. The level of funding from ANC will be assessed based on the proposed POC/pilot project.
Enterprise Singapore is augmenting this support with a S$20,000 POC development grant. The POC Development grant will be awarded to startups/SMEs incorporated in Singapore for projects with overseas pilot deployment potential. Foreign startups/SMEs may be considered if developmental activities are based in Singapore and only if a Singapore office is incorporated.
Additional Information
Info Session
Check out the recording from our Info Session, where ANC shared more about their challenge statement.
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