GLS Canada has taken a significant step toward reducing emissions across its national logistics network by deploying Orange EV HUSK‑e electric yard trucks at its Montreal, Toronto, and Winnipeg facilities.
The move positions GLS among the first major parcel and freight carriers in Canada to integrate heavy‑duty electric shunt trucks into daily operations. GLS Canada, is a member of GLS Group and subsidiary of General Logistics Systems B.V.
The deployment reflects a shared commitment between GLS Canada and Orange EV to accelerate decarbonization in logistics while maintaining the performance, reliability, and uptime required in high‑intensity yard environments.
“We are proud to integrate four Orange EV electric shunters into our fleet in Montreal, Toronto, and Winnipeg,” said Mélanie Camara, Director of Environment and Sustainability at GLS Canada. “This investment is part of our decarbonization journey in line with the Science Based Targets initiative and reflects our continuous commitment to reducing emissions, improving energy efficiency, and building a decarbonized operation for our employees, customers, and communities.”
Each HUSK‑e truck is estimated to eliminate 80 to 90 tons of CO₂ annually, based on typical diesel shunt truck operating assumptions. Orange EV’s electric yard trucks have accumulated more than 12 million key‑on hours and over 31 million miles across North America, delivering 97 percent uptime and demonstrating consistent performance in harsh climates, including Canadian winters.
“GLS is proving what fleets across Canada are realizing: electric yard trucks can deliver in harsh climates, meet operational demands, and advance corporate sustainability goals simultaneously,” said Roberto Bragagnolo, Country Director, Canada at Orange EV. “We’re proud to support GLS as they lead the charge toward cleaner, more efficient logistics in Canada.”
The partnership highlights how logistics providers and clean‑technology manufacturers are working together to reduce emissions and modernize yard operations.
Orange EV is a leading manufacturer of 100 percent electric terminal trucks, supplying zero‑emission solutions to fleets across North America and the Caribbean. Headquartered in Kansas City, Kansas, the company supports Canadian customers through its wholly- owned subsidiary, OEV Canada Inc., located in Oakville, Ontario.
Since launching its first commercial truck in 2015, Orange EV has deployed Class 8 electric yard trucks to more than 360 fleets across 41 US states, Canada, and the Caribbean. Its vehicles have surpassed 12 million key‑on hours and 31.7 million miles of operation while delivering industry‑leading uptime and significant cost savings. Orange EV provides a complete solution that includes vehicles, charging equipment, and nationwide support.
Orange EV will be attending the Truck World 2026 tradeshow in Toronto, April 16-18, 2026, in booth #5364.
For more information, visit www.orangeev.com or www.orangeev.ca.