Tarmac launch Scotland’s first electric concrete truckmixer

New vehicle reinforces Tarmac’s strategy to expand the use of electric vehicles across their nationwide fleet

TARMAC have unveiled Scotland’s first electric concrete mixer following a two-month trial, marking a significant step forward in the decarbonization of construction logistics across the region. Operating primarily across the Central Belt, the vehicle represents the beginning of a wider roll-out of electric mixers to support cleaner, lower-emission deliveries for customers and supply chain partners.

Developed in partnership with Renault Trucks and TVS Interfleet, the new electric mixer strengthens Tarmac’s long-standing commitment to supporting hauliers in the transition to zero-emission transport. The vehicle forms part of a national programme to accelerate the adoption of electric HGVs and builds on the company’s industry-leading milestone in 2022, when it introduced the UK’s first fully electric concrete mixer.

With four additional electric mixers already operating across England, the introduction of the first electric concrete mixer in Scotland reinforces Tarmac’s strategy to expand the use of electric vehicles across their nationwide fleet.

Tom Preston, ready-mixed concrete business manager for Scotland at Tarmac, said: ‘Bringing the first electric concrete mixer to Scotland is a proud moment for our teams and our customers. The introduction of this vehicle supports cleaner air, lower emissions, and more sustainable deliveries across the Central Belt. It’s a practical step that strengthens our commitment to helping Scotland move towards a cleaner construction future.’

Dan Whiley, national logistics optimization and development manager at Tarmac, said: ‘Introducing Scotland’s first electric mixer, and one of five now operating across the UK, is a significant milestone in our logistics decarbonization journey. Each new vehicle takes us closer to a fully low-carbon fleet and demonstrates how we are reshaping our national logistics network to support long-term sustainability goals.’