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Why Partnerships Are So Important in Decarbonisation

Making the switch to electric trucks can feel like a big step, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming.

As Renault Trucks’ Electromobility Customer Experience Manager, Jessica Sawbridge, explains, every successful transition has one thing in common: strong partnerships.

From internal collaboration across departments to trusted external experts and OEM support, the right partnerships make electrification smoother, faster, and more sustainable.

Let’s zero in on where they make the biggest difference.

Internal Partnerships – Building the Right Team

The first and most important partnership starts inside your business.

Fleet electrification affects more than just transport, it touches:

Property
Finance
Purchasing
Legal
Marketing

Getting these teams aligned early ensures everyone is working toward the same goals and asking the right questions:

Are we piloting electric or going all in?
Which depots and routes are most viable for electrification?
What energy capacity is available at each site?

A cross-functional approach helps organisations plan smarter, avoid bottlenecks, and make informed investment decisions.

Strong internal partnerships form the foundation for every successful decarbonisation project.

External Partnerships – Finding the Right Experts

Once internal alignment is achieved, the next step is choosing external partners who bring specialist expertise and practical support.

Key partners include:

Truck manufacturers and dealer networks – for vehicle selection, financing, and aftersales support.
Energy providers – to assess power availability and advise on grid connections.
Charging infrastructure partners – to design, install, and manage smart charging systems.

When these experts collaborate, operators get a seamless solution tailored to their operation, one that can scale as their fleet grows.

The right partners take the pressure off, allowing fleet managers to focus on what matters most: running their business efficiently.

OEM Partnership – Support Beyond the Truck

A great OEM partner does far more than supply vehicles. They help operators plan the entire transition.

With tools, data, and dedicated dealer networks, Renault Trucks supports fleets through every stage of their journey:

Identifying routes ready for electrification
Matching the right vehicles to each job
Offering flexible finance options
Planning around charging and range
Providing training, tools, and performance reports

With a strong dealer network behind them, operators gain a partner that stays involved from day one, supporting them throughout the full lifecycle of their electric trucks.

The Power of Partnership in Action

Partnerships drive progress and when internal teams and external experts work together, fleets plan smarter, move faster and stay ahead of the curve in their transition to zero-emission transport.

With Renault Trucks, operators have a trusted partner at every stage of their decarbonisation journey, helping them plan, deploy and succeed in a cleaner transport future.

What’s Next: The Zeroing In Series

Future episodes will reveal how collaboration — across teams, sites, and industry partners — is key to a seamless transition to electric fleets.

With Renault Trucks, operators have a trusted partner guiding them every step of the way toward zero-emission transport.

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We understand that the shift to electromobility is accelerating, so is the need for sharper, more credible conversation around it. Our Decarbonisation White Paper highlights the main points in the energy transition journey.

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