Nairobi:The Northern Corridor Transit and Transport Coordination Authority (NCTTCA) and the Kenya Transporters Association (KTA) have formalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance eco-driving and sustainable freight transport in Kenya and along the Northern Corridor.
According to Kenya News Agency, the partnership aims to implement the Northern Corridor Green Freight Strategy 2030. Key objectives include a 10% improvement in freight fuel efficiency, a 10% reduction in carbon dioxide emissions intensity, a 12% reduction in particulate matter, black carbon, and nitrogen oxide emissions, and training at least 1,000 heavy commercial vehicle drivers in eco-driving by 2030.
The collaboration will focus on enhancing the skills of truck drivers and fleet managers in eco-driving practices. This includes promoting fuel-efficient driving to lower fuel consumption and operational costs and improving road safety through defensive driving techniques.
Transport companies are encouraged to integrate eco-driving into their daily operations. The initiative also aims to strengthen data collection and performance monitoring and promote knowledge sharing, contributing to reduced transport costs, lower emissions, improved road safety, and greater adoption of sustainable freight practices.
NCTTCA Executive Secretary Dr. Eng. John Deng emphasized the critical role of freight transport in regional trade and the necessity of improving fuel use, emissions, road safety, and operating costs. He highlighted the importance of involving transport operators and drivers in achieving these goals.
Dr. Deng further explained that eco-driving should be part of comprehensive driver training and fleet management practices. The partnership will engage transport and fleet managers, utilize telematics and fuel-monitoring systems, and encourage peer learning among transport operators.
KTA Chairman Newton Wang’oo remarked that green freight encompasses environmental, business, and operational considerations. He noted that reducing fuel consumption through better driving and fleet management could significantly lower operating costs and emissions while improving road safety and the competitiveness of the transport industry.
