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The GREENFLEET 100 Most Influential 100 NEW Emma Loveday UK Fleet Risk and Commercial Development Manager, DriveTech With over ten years' experience in the fleet industry, Emma has worked at places such as Mitie and Thames Water before joining DriveTech in 2019. Vocal about the benefits of EVs and how driver training can get the most from electrified powertrains, Emma was presented with an EV Champion Award at the 2021 GreenFleet Awards.
99 NEW Alfie McNamara Fleet Manager, Herts Fire & Rescue Alfie McNamara leads on Hertfordshire Fire & Rescue's clean fuel work, which involves running its fire engines on Gas-To-Liquid (GTL) fuel. GTL converts natural gas – the cleanest-burning fossil fuel – into high-quality liquid fuel that would otherwise be made from crude oil. For this work, Alfie was crowned a GreenFleet AFV Champion in 2021. Angela Pisanu, editor, GreenFleet
Welcome to the sixth GF100 Most Influential. Despite another year with pandemic challenges, the green transport agenda has continued to accelerate. 2021 saw the government make the pledge to fully decarbonise transport by 2050 and to end the sale of all new combustion vehicles by 2040. 2021 was the most successful year in history for electric vehicle uptake as more new battery electric vehicles were registered than over the previous five years combined, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Despite commitments from government and strong electric vehicle sales, there are still many challenges ahead to reach the UK’s net zero targets. But the appetite and determination to eliminate emissions is strong, as demonstrated by the impressive individuals in our 2022 GF100 Most Influential list. The GF100 Most Influential is our pick of the people that have made a positive impact on the transport decarbonisation agenda over the year. They are individuals that have made significant progress in their work to cut harmful emissions, and who encourage others to embrace sustainability. With the environment on the forefront of most people’s minds, it is becoming increasingly harder to pick just 100 individuals for the list. There are a number of new entrants, which has caused some considerable movement. Many of the new entrants are award-winners from the 2021 GREENFLEET Awards, such as Steve Winter, who heads up the fleet at British Gas / Centrica. With an aim to electrify its vast fleet by 2025, Steve is already making good progress, with 700 electric vans on fleet and 3,000 more to be delivered by the end of this year. Congratulations to those on the list. For considerations on next year’s list, upload your nominations to gf100.greenfleet.net/form/submissions
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98 NEW Hugh Nicholson Director of Logistics, Moy Park Committed to transport decarbonisation, Hugh has helped Moy Park take on a fleet of Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) trucks which run on 100% Bio-LNG sourced through anaerobic digestion. He was recognised as a GreenFleet AFV Champion in 2021. Moy Park has also invested in electric car charging points and has revised its company car policy so only EVs or PHEVs can be introduced.
97 NEW Richard Parker Corporate Sales Manager, Webfleet Solutions Richard Parker has 20 years in the fleet industry, and is helping clients use data effectively to transition to a zero-emission fleet. In recognition for his passion for electric vehicles, Richard was named an EV Champion at the 2021 GreenFleet Awards.
96 NEW Matthew Dear Programme & Project Manager - Ultra Low Emission Fleet, London Fire Brigade Matthew was responsible for setting up the Ultra Low Emission Fleet Programme for London Fire Brigade, which was established to move towards a zero emission fleet. This was a holistic programme that covered infrastructure, training, planning, and vehicles.
95 Jonny Berry Head of Decarbonisation, Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions and founder of the EV Cafe Jonny's in-depth knowledge of electric vehicles and fleets make him well known in the industry. He heads up Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions' decarbonisation work to ensure it supports businesses' electric vehicle needs, and founded the "EV Café” at the start of the first lockdown to continue the conversation around EVs.
94 NEW Niall Riddell Co-founder and CEO, Paua Niall's long career working at places such as the committee on climate change, EDF Energy and SSE has led him to now co-found Paua with André Pinho to build a fully digitalised electric fuel card solution for fleet drivers. Paua’s ambition to build on this technology saw them demonstrate a proprietary 'plug & charge' technology which can bring a Tesla charging experience to all drivers.
93 NEW Ian Johnston CEO, Osprey EV Charging Ian has led Osprey from being a start-up with just a handful of charge points to being one of the leaders in customer satisfaction, as recognised by both WhatCar and ZapMap in 2021. Ian’s automotive experience has seen Osprey focus on fleet roaming solutions, with innovative partnerships established with companies such as AllStar, Octopus Juice, Zap Pay, and Paua operating from Osprey’s bespoke back-office platform.
92 h Paul Nicholls MD, Nicholls Transport After winning GreenFleet's Commercial Fleet of the Year award in 2020, Nicholls Transport continued to invest in a further 17 LNG trucks, taking the total currently on the fleet to 27. Even with the limited refuelling stations around the UK, MD Paul Nicholls is determined to increase the fleet further, with last year’s investment costing the company just short of £1 million.
91 Stephen Imm Head of Transport Services, Gloucestershire Constabulary
Gloucestershire Constabulary has one of the greenest police fleets in the UK, having 75 electric vehicles on its fleet, making up 21 per cent. The fleet won Greenfleet's Public Sector Fleet of the Year (Small to medium) in 2021, and Stephen was commended as Public Sector Fleet Manager the same year.
90 h Dr Chris Jardine Technical Director, Joju Solar
Dr Christian Jardine recognised as one of the UK's foremost experts in the performance of solar PV. Joju has been involved in some notable public sector charging projects, such as installing 50 EV chargers in Hampshire, with some integrated into street lights and several with contactless payment terminals.
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89 h Paul Kirby eLCV Expert, EV Essentials
Paul is passionate about the transition to electric vans, having recently headed up the electrification strategy for vehicle broker Vanarama. Paul has now started EV Essentials to offer training on the transition to an electric fleet, and is one of GreenFleet's reigning EV Champions.
88 Tim Laver Managing Director, ALD Automotive
Tim has a detailed understanding of the needs of the fast changing world of mobility. In 2019, ALD Automotive launched a dedicated Electric Vehicle Programme to address the entire electric vehicle value chain across the company, and has recently agreed a deal to purchase LeasePlan.
87 Jiggs Bharij Head of Fleet Services, Metropolitan Police
The Met Police has the most electric vehicles than any other force in the country. Jiggs Bharij has led this work, and is working towards decarbonising the rest of the fleet, which includes investigating other fuel types and overcoming barriers to electrification.
86 David George Director, Mini UK and Ireland
As Mini works towards being fully electric by the early 2030s, David takes the brand forward in the UK. Mini's Oxford plant has big electrification plans, with five new Mini electric cars planned to be built there.
85 Gary McRae Head of Electric Mobility, Urban Foresight
Gary has a detailed technical knowledge of EVs and associated infrastructure, as well as the challenges of delivering innovative projects. His work at Dundee City Council resulted in the council having the largest EV fleet out of all local authorities at the time.
84 Guy Haydon UK Managing Director, Zaptec
Zaptech has opened its first office outside of Scandinavia in the UK and appointed Guy Haydon as its managing director. Guy joins from Siemens, where he was head of sales for electromobility. Guy is passionate about ensuring the UK has a smart, reliable, user-friendly charging infrastructure.
83 h Stephen Arnold Head of Clean Air, Birmingham City Council
Stephen led the delivery of Birmingham City Council’s Clean Air Zone (CAZ), which went live in June 2021. It was a big undertaking, ensuring the programme aligned with Birmingham’s Air Quality Strategy and CAZ emissions reduction measures, and that it met UK and EU targets for nitrogen dioxide – all within the shortest possible time. A report has suggested the clean air zone reduced air pollution by 20 per cent in its first three months. E Supported by
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Decarbonisation is a looming deadline for the UK’s car, van and commercial vehicle fleets – but for many it still seems like an impossible, and impossibly expensive, goal. However, the truth is all fleets can move towards decarbonisation today – with no financial risk. The key is harnessing the right technology to first identify the optimal use of every vehicle; to identify which vehicles and fleet tasks are suitable for electrification; and being able to wring every iota of value from them to ensure a rapid return on investment. Fleet optimisation is a green endeavour at every level because it eliminates wasted mileage, wasted fuel, and wasted usage of assets. Or to put it another way, it saves fleets money on fuel, on vehicle wear and tear, and in driver time, while also cutting fossil fuel use and emissions. The Algorithm People harnesses the power of advanced mathematics, machine learning and artificial intelligence to identify the right placement for electric vehicles within fleets, and to optimise every commercial vehicle so that costs and fuel usage are minimised. Expert advice and expert tools are an essential part of this journey into what is otherwise uncharted territory. Decades of conventional fleet management experience cannot help professionals know which applications, contracts or journeys can use EVs and maximise return on investment. The Algorithm People’s technology does exactly that. We work within all road transport sectors, including multi-stop, logistics and service fleets. We analyse journey patterns to show exactly where electric vehicles can effectively be swapped for diesel vehicles. What fleets can do today Decarbonisation is a journey and TAP’s service offerings make the first, and every subsequent step, easy, affordable and effective. Step 1: Fleets can start their green journey today, with no prior consultation, fuss, lengthy implementations or financially risky tie-ins. Fleet managers can simply log into My
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– for instance, to avoid congestion, or to avoid collision blackspots. The future Decarbonisation is only the start of our exploration of the most efficient ways to green UK road transport. Our artificial intelligence is enabling revolutionary logistics solutions, to reduce the need for back-to-base reloading, and to reduce the number of HGVs in city centres. This is a time for thinking differently, and we are looking anew at many logistics and fleet challenges. The ability to process, analyse and create with Big Data will enable us to move beyond traditional patterns and create a more efficient, cleaner and greener fleet world. Decarbonisation is no longer optional. The Algorithm People can help ensure your green choices are informed, cost-effective and operationally advantageous. L FURTHER INFORMATION www.thealgorithpeople.co.uk www.mytransportplanner.co.uk Colin Ferguson, Co-founder and CEO, The Algorithm People
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76 NEW David Landy Head of Fleet, Hermes Parcels
Engineer Daniel Bentham has worked in the low carbon energy sector for over 16 years, including working at Ubitricity to establish the EV charging network. At Green Investment Group, Daniel is responsible for accelerating the electrification of transport and delivering the next generation of infrastructure and services.
81 NEW Guy Gittins Chief Executive Officer, Chestertons
Chestertons, led by Guy, has become the first large estate agency in the UK to convert its entire fleet of company cars to electric vehicles, having over 65 electric BMW i3s. Chestertons is also certified as Net Zero Carbon after offsetting the remaining 212 tonnes of CO2 it currently produces per year. It's impressive work ensured Chestertons won GreenFleet's Private Sector Car Fleet of the Year award in 2021.
80 Loyd & Alun Davies directors, ElectrAssure
ElectrAssure, run by father and son team Loyd and Alun, has installed a future-proofed charging infrastructure at Volkswagen's pre-delivery inspection and distribution centre, located in Kent, giving it the capacity to process even more EVs as the UK moves towards zero-emission transport.
79 Alexis Percival Environmental and Sustainability Manager, Yorkshire Ambulance Service
Alexis works tirelessly to raise awareness of the carbon emissions from the healthcare sector. She is working to create the first zero emission front line ambulance service in the world, and leads the Green Environmental Ambulance Network (GrEAN).
78 NEW Malcolm Oliver-White Group Head of Asset Management, Peel Ports
Fifty per cent of Peel Ports' fleet is currently electric, with aims to be 100 per cent zero-emission by the end of 2022. Malcolm is also investing in new electric cranes and electric CMRGs that move freight onto the ships, and is installing charging infrastructure on the ships. This work enabled Peel Ports to win GreenFleet's Private Sector Commercial Fleet of the Year award, in the small to medium category.
77 NEW Martin Sleath Sustainability Advisor, Lake District National Park Authority
Martin's work electrifying Lake District National Park Authority's fleet resulted in a win at the GreenFleet Awards 2021, taking home the Public Sector Car Fleet of the Year Award. The Park Authority's BMW i3s have travelled around 57,500 miles which have saved the equivalent of 12.7 tCO2e, and because the Park Authority is on a renewable electricity tariff, nearly all of this is a pure carbon saving.
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Hermes' fleet was commended at the 2021 GreenFleet Awards for its 90 biomethane CNG-powered fleet. With another 70 on order, this brings the total to 160 – fifty per cent of its core tractor fleet. This will result in Hermes having UK’s largest CNG parcel delivery fleet. What’s more, Hermes has ordered 168 new zero-emission Mercedes-Benz eSprinters and has successfully trialled on-foot street-portering and local deliveries by electric eCargo bikes. Recognising David's impressive work, he took home an AFV Champion award at the 2021 GreenFleet Awards.
75 Mike Potter CEO, Fleetdrive Electric and CrowdCharge Mike continues to help businesses transition to electric cars and vans through FleetDrive Electric's leasing and rental services. FleetDrive has also been affiliated with a number of important initiatives such as the ‘My Electric Avenue’ project, which trialled new technology to facilitate the UK’s power distribution for supporting future demand for EV charging.
74 h Amanda Lyne Managing Director, ULEMCo Amanda is a respective and authoritative voice on hydrogen vehicle solutions and their role in delivering net-zero targets. ULEMCo recently presented the world’s first hydrogen fuelled ambulance at COP26 in Glasgow and is involved in a project delivering hydrogen fuelled airport ground support vehicles with Teesside International Airport, RAF Leeming, and Newcastle University.
73 Chris Rutherford Head of Fleet Strategy & Sponsorship, London Ambulance Service NHS Trust Chris is tasked with developing an ultra low emission, emergency response fleet at London Ambulance Service. Passionate about sustainable transport, Chris has experience of running an awardwinning low-carbon fleet at Islington Council.
72 Jim Graham Group Finance Director, Arnold Clark
Arnold Clark is on a mission to empower customers to embrace the joys of electric motoring, through its wide range of EVs available and via its Innovation Centre. Jim can talk confidently about zero emission vehicles, having developed the group’s electric vehicle offering. E Supported by
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71 NEW Edward Yendluri Waste and Recycling Manager, Westminster City Council
Edward is dedicated to decarbonising Westminster City Council's waste and street cleansing fleet. In partnership with Veolia, the council is testing modern technologies, such as hydrogen powered trucks and upcycling end-of-life old diesel trucks to fully electric and alternative fuels, such as HVO and CNG. As such, Westminster City Council's waste fleet won GreenFleet's Public Sector Commercial Fleet of the Year award in 2021, in the small to medium category.
70 h Toby Butler European General Manager - E-mobility Business Development, Shell
Toby has tasked himself with making charging an electric vehicle as simple and as convenient as filling up with fuel. He is responsible for growing Shell Retail's electric vehicle charging business, including expanding city EV charging through ubitricity, part of the Shell Group.
69 Richard Turnbull Head of Innovation, Connected Kerb
Richard has over 12 years experience in the electric vehicle and charging industry sectors. He was part of the team that introduced the iconic 'electric' LEVC London Black Cab to market, and now helps develop Connected Kerb's wireless charging proposition and other innovative projects.
68 NEW Vincenzo Nicolò Business Director, IVECO UK & Ireland
IVECO has continued developing its Natural Power products, building on the successes of Stralis NP with the IVECO S-WAY. During 2021, IVECO's natural power trucks continued to find homes with the likes of Hermes, Ocado, Romac Logistics and McCulla NI. Vincenzo became IVECO UK and Ireland's Business Director in September 2021, although he's been with the brand since 2002, and will lead the company forward as it continues to help decarbonise the heavy goods sector.
67 h Dr Graham Cooley CEO, ITM Power
ITM Power, under Graham's leadership, continues to be a beacon of success for the UK's clean energy industry. Recently the company has raised £250 million to scale up its electrolyser manufacturing capacity to 5GW per annum by 2024, and has formed a partnership with Linde to halve electrolyser manufacturing costs within five years.
66 NEW Ron Santiago Managing Director, Europcar Mobility Group UK
Ron takes Europcar Mobility Group forward as it makes progress towards its mission to have more than a third of its fleet electric, plug-in hybrids or hybrids by the end of 2023, as part of its ‘One Sustainable Fleet’ programme. Ron took up this role in 2020, after he spent 12 years running Europcar Mobility Group’s operations in Australia and New Zealand.
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65 h Edward Kulperger Senior Vice President, Geotab
Edward heads up Geotab's work in Europe and is a regular speaker at telematics and technology conferences, advocating the use of technology and data to create environmentally friendly mobility solutions. Geotab's Electric Vehicle Suitability Assessment (EVSA) offers EV adoption recommendations by matching existing fleet telematics data to realworld EV performance data.
64 Terry Pycroft Head of Fleet Services, Leeds City Council
Heading up Leeds City Council's fleet since 2005, Terry is an electric vehicle pioneer, adding the first electric vehicles to the fleet in 2016. Terry is also keen to share his experiences with other councils, and is constantly innovating to find the latest alternative fuels and technologies to support the council's fleet.
63 h Neil Wilson Fleet Director, Ford of Britain
Ford has made a commitment that by mid-2026, its entire passenger vehicle range in Europe will be zero emissions capable, all-electric or plug-in hybrid, and will be completely all-electric by 2030. Its entire commercial vehicle range, meanwhile, will be zero-emissions capable, allelectric or plug-in hybrid, by 2024. Ford's fleet boss Neil Wilson is helping drive sales of electrified vehicles into businesses across the UK.
62 Owain Pearce Transport Manager, Oxford Direct Services
In the last year and a half, ODS has purchased 41 new electric vehicles, almost quadrupling its total to 55, with another 26 due in 2022. This makes 17 per cent of its 324 road vehicles electric. These new vehicles are a mix of LCVs, cars and also a few specialist items such as a refuse collection truck and excavator. With a target to convert 25 per cent of the fleet to electric by 2023, Owain has ambitious plans to make the fleet even more sustainable.
61 Quentin Willson motoring journalist and lobbyist
After leaving the FairFuel campaign, citing he was unhappy with the campaigns "lack of environmental sensibilities”, Quentin has now launched the FairCharge UK campaign, which will push the issues of charging cost, infrastructure, charging times, battery range, and wider EV access to the forefront of the political agenda.
60 NEW Richard Hudson Commercial Director, LEVC Richard has over 20 years automotive experience, previously working for both BMW and Inchcape. Richard is helping get the new VN5 van and TX taxi into businesses across the UK. Both vehicles utilise 'eCity' technology which offers both zeroemission capability and zero range anxiety.
59 h Charlie Jardine Founder and CEO, EO Charging
Charlie founded EO Charging in 2015 with a simple pledge to make charging simple and reliable. Fast forward to present day and EO's technology is used by a number of the world’s largest businesses and fleet operators and also distributes to over 35 countries. EO has also developed chargers that utilise smart grid communication (V2G).
58 h Tanya Neech Head of Sustainability, Scania
Tanya Neech heads up Scania’s sustainability work in the UK, a role that has involved defining and implementing sustainability policies and goals across the manufacturer’s truck, bus, coach and power solution operations. Last year, Tanya was appointed to the board of Zemo Partnership, which is working to deliver on the UK’s transport decarbonisation objectives.
57 Tom Pakenham Managing Director, ChargeLight
Tom Pakenham has moved on from being director of the electric vehicles at OVO to grow ChargeLight, a company that uses the existing lamppost infrastructure to bring reliable, convenient and low-cost charging to streets of Britain. Tom has a string of impressive achievements and experiences in the green transport industry, including the formation of low emission taxi company Green Tomato Cars in 2006.
56 h Matthew Morgan Co-Founder and COO, The Phoenix Works
With over 8,000 charge points installed and maintained, The Phoenix Works, led by Matthew, is regarded as a trusted long-term partner to its customers. The Phoenix Works prides itself on making charging flexible so that it fits a business' preferred operating model, including subscriptionbased models and other customisable financial arrangements such as its EV Charging Service Plan.
55 Dan Gursel Head, Enterprise Car Club
Dan believes that car clubs have a significant role in helping facilitate the transition to zero-emission motoring as they enable more people to try electric vehicles and become familiar with them. Enterprise is supporting the UK’s first mobility credits trial, where car owners can exchange their own older, more polluting vehicles for credits which can be used to access a range of alternative transport services, such as Enterprise Car Clubs.
54 NEW Karen Paciello Fleet Programme Manager, Royal Mail
Karen has led the delivery of 3,000 new electric delivery vehicles and associated charging infrastructure to around 45 Royal Mail operational sites across the UK. She also heads up the Optimise Prime Programme and is a subject matter expert on fleet electrification. Her impressive work led her to receiving a GreenFleet AFV Champion award in 2021.
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53 h Philip Fjeld Co-Founder and CEO, CNG Fuels
Philip is the co-founder and CEO of CNG Fuels, which is the UK market leader for the supply of Bio-CNG for commercial vehicles. Fuelling fleets such as Waitrose, the company has now opened the world’s largest public access biomethane refuelling station for HGVs in Bristol. It is now also branching out to hydrogen, forming spin off company ‘HyFuels’ to pioneer new hydrogen technology and meet customers’ growing fuel-mix needs.
52 h Richard Falconer Managing Director, Co Wheels
Richard manages Co Wheels, which is helping create greener local communities by low carbon transport options widely available. Co Wheels’ 450-strong fleet of electric, hybrid and efficient ICE cars and vans, run an average of 8,811 miles per annum. Recently, Co Wheels has partnered with bus operator Go North East to host its membership and bus tickets on one smartcard.
51 h Dr Colin Herron, MD, Zero Carbon Futures
Colin, who was awarded a CBE for services to Business and Energy in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list in 2018, continues to be a respected voice in the low and zero carbon transport world. He established Zero Carbon Futures in 2011 to support the growth of the electric vehicle industry and input into e-mobility policy. Zero Carbon Futures has now been acquired by Newcastle University which has enabled it improve its offer with the backing of more research and expertise.
50 h Gary Savage Managing Director, Mercedes-Benz Cars UK
A two-time Autocar Outstanding Automotive Leader winner, Gary has helped steer the presence of Mercedes-Benz in the UK. Previously at Citroën, Gary is overseeing Mercedes’ electrification transformation in the UK, which is fast gathering pace. Globally, the brand sold 227,458 PHEV and electric passenger cars during 2021.
49 NEW Lee Brown Head of 0Zone, The Grosvenor Group
Lee heads up The Grosvenor Group’s multi-award winning 0Zone solution, which has been helping fleets make the smooth transition to ULEVs and EVs for five years. Grosvenor was the 2020 GreenFleet Leasing Company of the Year, and its pioneering 0Zone initiative have had a positive effect on the company’s corporate fleet customers – in November 2021, 80 per cent of the Grosvenor Group’s new car deliveries were either hybrid, plug-in hybrid or fully electric.
48 Patricia Wolfe Managing Director, Athlon UK
Following the rebranding from Daimler Fleet Management to Athlon UK in October 2020, Patricia continues to lead the organisation, as it experiences growth in the electric vehicle and hybrid sectors. With rising numbers of customers wishing to support cleaner business policies with low-emission vehicles, Athlon’s tailor-made mobility solutions are ready for their customer vehicle parcs. E Supported by
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47 Robert Grozdanovski Senior Vice President, Central East & East, Volvo Trucks
Volvo Trucks had a busy 2021. It completed its line-up of all-electric heavy-duty trucks – gross combination weight of up to 44 tonnes, range of up to 186 miles – and instigated a pilot test programme of Volvo FH trucks with DHL Freight. DFDS placed another order for 25 electric HGVs, while ICA Sweden took delivery of a Volvo FE for use in Stockholm.
46 NEW Marko Engel Head of Electric Vehicles and Infrastructure UK, Stellantis
Stellantis is electrifying its product range extensively, with popular models in both its passenger car and light commercial families. Following a decade-long stint at PSA Group, Marko became Stellantis Head of Electric Vehicles and Infrastructure in the UK in 2019. He prepares the group’s networks for the arrivals of low-emission vehicles, and manages EV grant applications and retailer claims with OZEV and the DVLA.
45 NEW Lorna McAtear Fleet Manager, National Grid
Switching to low emission vehicles is a big part of the National Grid’s commitment to reaching net zero by 2050. A 2021 GreenFleet EV Champion, Lorna heads up the cars and vans the National Grid’s team need to do their important jobs, and she is ensuring that all of the company’s pool of vehicles are cleaner-fuelled by 2030. It’s not just the traditional vehicles that are looking to the future, either; the company is investigating electric diggers and hydrogen options.
The AA – with fleets at every step of their journey As the UK’s number one provider of roadside assistance, we serve almost 10 million business customers, working with around three fifths of the UK’s top 20 fleets. We’re also quickly becoming the UK’s leading mobility technology and customer service provider for SMEs, manufacturers and charge post operators. We offer the perfect mix of industry leading services with firstclass customer service, being named as a Which? Recommended Provider for breakdown cover for four years running. Our organisation is strongly technology and data-led, while our service for corporate customers goes beyond just keeping drivers on the road. We also help minimise wider stress and disruption to fleets and ensure the smoother running of operations through our award-winning services, including key assist, battery assist, fuel assist and EV support. We put our customers first, through core values of care, courtesy, collaboration, dynamism, and expertise. Whether it’s our patrols rescuing a driver at the side of the road, our garage network providing service, maintenance and repairs, our new electric vehicle charge post support, our financial services and banking services, accident management, garage accreditation and vehicle sales, manufacturer recalls or vehicle inspections. We’re there for customers at every step of their journey.
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44 NEW Mark Bonnor-Moris CEO, bp Pulse
Mark’s background includes periods at Siemens and ABB, so he is wellversed in things ultra-low emission. An EV infrastructure expert, Mark is a member of a number of industry groups and committees and he is often asked to comment on electric vehicle infrastructure for both trade and national publications. In 2021, bp Pulse opened the UK’s first dedicated rapid charging hub for fleet vehicles in Park Lane, London.
43 Dean Hedger EV New Business Development Manager, The AA
A 2021 GreenFleet EV Champion, Dean has spent more than 25 years in the motor industry. He regularly participates in panel discussions, and his electric vehicle knowledge allows him to advise on EV infrastructure, maintenance, and procurement. Working with the AA’s senior management team, Dean is delivering new product and services innovation, including the AA’s Prestige Fleet Servicing option which is now more EV capable.
42 Jon Lawes Managing Director, Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions
Heading up Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions since 2015, Jon has steered the company through challenges in 2020 and 2021, but has also seen the partnership between Hitachi Capital UK PLC and electric forecourt operator Gridserve continue to offer great leasing deals and finance solutions on EVs. Jon was appointed vice-chair of the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA) in the summer of 2021. E
Gavin Franks – Director Business Services at the AA A graduate from the University of London, Gavin holds a degree in Aeronautical Engineering and is a qualified accountant. He has presented and written on subjects as diverse as the blurring of HR and IT, the role of the CIO, customer service and the digital journey, driverless cars and technology deployment.
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41 Rawdon Glover Managing Director, Jaguar Land Rover UK
Appointed Managing Director of Jaguar Land Rover UK in May 2018, Rawdon’s arrival came at a period of great change. The all-electric I-Pace was one of his first launches and 2021 has seen a number of ultra-low emission vehicle announcements and products, from the unveiling of the new Range Rover – which will have PHEV models – to the future creation of a hydrogen Land Rover Defender concept.
40 NEW James Hornsby Fleet Operations & Service Delivery Manager, Co-Operative James has been at the Co-Operative group for over eight years. The recipient of the Private Sector Fleet Manager of the Year at the 2021 GreenFleet Awards – which recognises an individual’s commitment to making carbon reduction a priority in their day to day duties – James is with the company at a time when it plans to replace its entire home delivery fleet of more than 200 diesel vans with electric vehicles by 2025.
39 h Greg Jackson Founder and CEO, Octopus Energy Greg started green energy retailer Octopus Energy in 2016, passionately believing that customers deserved fairer practices and better value. The company now has 2.4 million customers, operations in 11 countries and 15 million accounts worldwide to Kraken, its green tech platform. Its Electric Juice Network gives users access to 157,856 chargers across the UK and Europe, and in 2021, Octopus entered the renewable energy market.
38 NEW Csaba Vincze Fleet Director, Nissan GB Appointed Fleet Director at Nissan GB in November 2021, Csaba’s arrival follows a big year for the company. Among Nissan’s 2021 headlines was the announcement of the Nissan EV36Zero project, a £1 billion flagship Electric Vehicle (EV) Hub centred around the company’s plant in Sunderland. An EV manufacturing ecosystem, Nissan EV36Zero brings together EVs, battery production and renewable energy. The electrified Qashqai also arrived and the electric Townstar LCV was unveiled.
37 NEW James Venables eConsultancy Manager, Mercedes-Benz Trucks UK James heads up Mercedes-Benz Trucks UK’s entire eConsulting business, and is not only responsible for its comprehensive electrification plan, but also for the management of the eTruck portfolio, which includes the eActros and eEconic. Collaborating with fleet customers, infrastructure providers and colleagues, James leads the decarbonisation of heavy commercial vehicles. James took up the role in August 2021, and has 20 years’ experience in the industry.
36 Alex Smith Managing Director, Volkswagen Group United Kingdom Alex Smith re-joined Volkswagen Group UK in January 2019 from Nissan GB. With roles at Ford and Kia, Alex became Director of Volkswagen Passenger Cars UK in 2014. 2021 was a very successful year for Volkswagen Group UK – over 37,000 battery electric cars were delivered to customers, leading the growing EV segment. Helped by the award winning ID.3 and ID.4 EVs, the Volkswagen brand was also the UK’s most popular for the first time.
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35 Ashley Andrew Managing Director, Hyundai Motor UK Hyundai’s fast growing electric-mobility push took a distinctive turn in 2021, with the arrival of the IONIQ 5. The new all-electric hatchback is built on the Hyundai Motor Group’s new E-GMP modular platform which features both 400V and 800V charging technology. An instant award winner, the IONIQ 5 helped Hyundai receive a commended Fleet Car Manufacturer of the Year nomination at the 2021 GreenFleet Awards.
34 Mark Dickens Managing Director, Mobilize Power Solutions, Renault Group Formerly Elexent, Mobilize Power Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of the global Renault Group. Mark’s previous role as Fleet Sales & Remarketing Director at Renault UK sees him bring a wealth of experience to Renault's European company, which aims to facilitate charging infrastructure projects for fleets that are compatible with any model or brand of electric vehicle.
33 h Sara Sloman Head of Future Mobility Partnerships, Elmtronics Ltd Previously a 2018 GreenFleet EV Champion, Sara is no stranger to the GreenFleet 100 Most Influential list, appearing in both 2019 and 2020. Her passion for zero emission mobility and her extensive zero emission mobility background has seen her move to EV charging infrastructure provider Elmtronics. Here, she is sharply focused on building meaningful partnerships and relationships with some of the UK’s largest fleets.
32 NEW Chris Brownridge Chief Executive Officer, BMW Group UK and Ireland Chris replaced Graeme Grieve who retired in the summer of 2021. Last year was another busy period for the group in the UK, with the introduction of two new important all-electric models. The flagship iX heads up BMW’s family of SUVs, and the i4 brings fully zero emission motoring to the junior executive class, building on the success of the 3 Series PHEV. Globally, the BMW Group celebrated the delivery of its onemillionth electrified vehicle. E Supported by
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31 h Colin Ferguson CEO and Co-Founder, The Algorithm People
The Algorithm People’s 'My Transport Planner' (MTP) – a pay as-you-go vehicle planning tool, which can cut total fleet mileage by up to 20 per cent, saving fuel costs and emissions – won the 2021 Greenfleet Innovation Award, and became the basis for the new Mobile and Transient Hubs (MATHs) project. Using artificial intelligence, it allows the optimisation of large ‘feeder’ vehicles that act as mobile reloading stations for smaller delivery units, and can introduce a further 20% of savings.
30 Graham Thomas Fleet Operations Manager, Ocado Group Graham drives Ocado's natural gas truck activity. The first retailer in the UK to self-fund its on-site natural gas refuelling station, Ocado Group has announced plans to open a second site in the second quarter of 2022. Based at the Dordon customer fulfilment centre in Warwickshire, it will replace a site used by 10 CNG heavy goods trucks. In total, 60 natural gas-powered HGVs will operate from the existing Hatfield site and Dordon.
29 Alfonso Martinez Managing Director, LeasePlan UK Ltd Alfonso believes that the fleet industry needs to kick the CO2 habit, and he was the first internal LeasePlan fleet driver to switch to electric in 2019 – today, every LeasePlan UK employee eligible for a company car drives a zero emission vehicle. In 2021, LeasePlan UK increased the number of alternative-fuel vehicles (AFVs) in its risk fleet by 60 per cent, while doubling the volume of BEVs. The company has also repositioned LeasePlan Flexible to focus on electric cars and e-LCVs, and become the leasing partner for Arrival electric vans and NIO EV cars.
28 h Chris Chandler Principal Consultant, Lex Autolease Chris has been a high profile Fleet Management Consultant for over two decades, and set up Lex Autolease’s plug-in vehicle proposition, which has resulted in the company’s alternatively fuelled fleet increasing to over 32,500 vehicles. He has helped some fleets reach over 40 per cent zero emission vehicle penetration, and is proud to have been in the prestigious GreenFleet 100 for the last four years.
27 h Justin Laney General Manager – Fleet, John Lewis Partnership Justin has played a central part in decarbonising the John Lewis Partnership’s heavy goods vehicle fleet. Future-focused on what can still be done to lower emissions, the group has an ambition to stop using fossil fuels across its transport fleet by 2030, which will be partly realised by significantly boosting the number of electric vans and light trucks to 1,750, with a further 750 electric refrigerated trailers. The Partnership’s 1,300-strong car fleet will also become 100 per cent electric.
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26 Dan Martin CEO and Founder, Elmtronics Group Ltd
Established in 2016 and a two time winner of GreenFleet’s Charging & Refuelling Infrastructure Provider of the Year in 2019 and 2020, Elmtronics specialises in public charging stations and electric car charging points for both homes and businesses. Acquired by the European EV charging provider Mer in January 2022 (pending approval of customary authorities), Elmtronics will play a pivotal role in creating the UK’s most focused and customer-oriented EV charging experience.
25 Sam Clarke Chief Vehicle Officer, GRIDSERVE
The well-known face behind green logistics specialist Gnewt, clean transport pioneer Sam is now the Chief Vehicle Officer at energy company GRIDSERVE. The energy company opened the UK’s first all-electric forecourt at Braintree in Essex in 2020, with another two sites set to go live in Norwich and at Gatwick Airport in 2022. Gridserve’s 2021 headlines were dominated by its takeover of the Ecotricity Electric Highway and the announcement of the 2022 construction of 20 Electric Hubs.
24 h Fraser Crichton Corporate Fleet Operations Manager, Dundee City Council
Winner of the 2021 GreenFleet Public Sector Fleet Manager of the Year Award, Fraser has been leading Dundee City Council’s zero emission charge since 2010. Heading up the development and implementation of EVs and their charging infrastructure, Fraser has seen the council’s zero emission fleet grow to become one of the largest EV fleets of any UK local authority. He has also helped the city’s taxi industry switch to EVs.
23 h Paul Hollick Chairman, Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP)
Formed from the merging of the Association of Car Fleet Operators (ACFO) and the Institute of Car Fleet Management (ICFM) in early 2020, the Association of Fleet Professionals’ (AFP) is ‘the organisation for fleet professionals’. Past ICFM chair Paul Hollick is chair of the AFP, and oversees the output of a total of seven individual committees. He also leads the AFP's extensive conference, training and webinar programmes.
22 h Justin Meyer Managing Director, SWARCO Formerly SWARCO General Manager, Justin became Managing Director in March 2021. The winner of the 2021 GreenFleet Awards Charging & Re-fuelling Infrastructure Provider of the Year, successful 2021 projects include the completion of project PACE – a joint Lanarkshire and Scottish Power Energy Network project to deliver charging hubs in urban and rural communities; the deployment of a solution to charge and manage 32 electric double-decker e-buses in Manchester; and the migration of the ChargePlace Scotland network.
21 NEW Denise Beedell Policy Manager, Vans and Urban Transport, Logistics UK Denise specialises in vans, urban policy, the London Lorry Control Scheme, electric vehicles and water freight in London at Logistics UK, the UK's only organisation which represents all sectors of the logistics industry. Denise helps deliver Logistics UK's policy agenda on urban and environmental issues, and leads policy work on vans. Denise joined the Logistics UK from the Federation of Small Businesses, where she was Development Manager for Greater London and led on Transport, Environment and Crime policy issues in the capital.
20 Jon Hunt Alternative Fuels Manager, Toyota GB Jon was a 2020 GreenFleet Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Champion, an award which recognised his long-term commitment to the AFV sector in the UK. He manages Toyota GB's Hydrogen Fuel Cell Programme, responsible for the commercialisation, relationship management, communication and sales of the Mirai FCEV. Wins for 2021 included the addition of 17 Mirais to Enterprise’s UK vehicle fleet, and one for JCB.
19 NEW Paul Willcox Managing Director, Vauxhall Motors Paul takes over the reins of Vauxhall from outgoing MD Stephen Norman, at a time when the UK brand is riding the crest of an EV and electrified wave. The company has the most popular range of electric LCVs in the UK, and every model has an all-electric option. The Vivaro-e was the UK’s most popular e-LCV in 2021, while the Corsa was the most popular passenger car. The Corsa-e was the ninth most popular passenger EV.
18 h Mark Barrett General Manager, Harris Maxus Now an established brand in the UK, Maxus was again rewarded for its e-LCV efforts at the 2021 GreenFleet Awards, where it won the Electric Vehicle Manufacturer of the Year prize. Following its 2020 GreenFleet LCV Manufacturer of the Year success, 2021 saw the company’s sales increase by 400 per cent and its dealer network expand. Additional headlines included the commendation of the e DELIVER 9 e-LCV in the 2021 GreenFleet Vehicle of the Year category.
17 NEW Julie David Managing Director, Peugeot UK With over two decades of experience in the automotive industry, Julie was appointed Managing Director of Peugeot UK in January 2021. She has operational experience of fleet and retail sales operations and customer service, and steps up when the company is greatly expanding its electrified offerings. As well as its electric passenger car and van ranges, Peugeot – as part of the Stellantis group – is producing a hydrogen fuel cell LCV, and is winning fleet orders for its zero emission light commercials.
16 Tammy Carter Head of Fleet, Crown Commercial Service
Charged with leading the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) fleet team, Tammy’s 20-year fleet experience in the private sector has stood her in good stead with her move to the public sector over five years ago. Not only does Tammy lead the CCS fleet team in the creation, execution and evolution of fleet strategies, but also drives through commercial value and best practice across public sector fleets. Tammy is well-versed in best practice procurement of zero emission vehicles and infrastructure.
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15 h Dr Ben Lane & Melanie Shufflebotham CTO and Co-Founder, and COO and Co-Founder, Zap-Map
Ben and Melanie co-founded Zap-Map, the award-winning website and app which is seen as the authority on the UK’s public charging network. Registered users enjoy accurate route planning and EV charge point features. 2021 innovations included the addition of more charging providers to the Zap-Pay app, and the introduction of a new electricity tariff especially for EV drivers, in conjunction with Good Energy. In 2022, a seamless payment solution for fleets with EVs will appear, offered in partnership with Allstar Business Solutions Limited.
14 h Paul Philpott President and CEO, Kia Motors UK Ltd
The 2020 GreenFleet EV Manufacturer of the Year winner, Kia had a very busy 2021. The premium-feeling and looking all-electric EV6 arrived with its 400V and 800V charging technology, instantly winning industry awards, while the brand itself celebrated 30 years in the UK. New Sportage and Niro models were announced – PHEV or EV versions of both are coming in 2022 – and the brand collected the 2021 GreenFleet Fleet Car Manufacturer of the Year award, with the EV6 also commended for the Vehicle of the Year prize.
13 h Kristian Elvefors Managing Director, Volvo Car UK Ltd
Volvo Cars’ global sales grew by 5.6 per cent to 698,693 cars in 2021, its Recharge full electric or plug-in hybrid volume growing by 63.9 per cent. That electrification strategy continued with the arrival of the C40 Recharge coupé-SUV. The whole Recharge family made up 27 per cent of the company’s total sales volume in 2021, while in the UK, that volume was 32 per cent. The XC40 SUV was the UK’s third-best-selling plug-in hybrid car in 2021, recognised with Volvo crowned as the 2021 GreenFleet PHEV Manufacturer of the Year.
12 NEW Steve Winter Head of Fleet, Centrica/British Gas
Centrica operates the third largest private fleet in the UK, with over 12,000 vehicles. That total includes 9,000 engineer vans used to support its business and customers. Fully committed to electrifying that fleet by 2025, nearly 700 Vauxhall Vivaro-es are already being driven by British Gas engineers, with 3,000 more set to be delivered by the end of 2022. A fully-electric salary sacrifice scheme open to all employees has seen a good level of take-up, and in 2021, British Gas won the GreenFleet award for Private Sector Commercial Fleet of the Year in the larger category. E Supported by
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needed at business premises, insights into driver working patterns will help determine the number and type of chargers that are required. Operationally, telematics solutions can have a key role in reducing costs and minimise workflow disruption. Not only will they allow businesses to monitor real time battery levels and the remaining driving ranges, but they can navigate drivers to the closest EV charging stations. Complete visibility over vehicles’ charging statuses means charging can be undertaken when tariffs are most favourable and just before drivers embark on journeys. What other data can help optimise electric fleet operations? Telematics insights remain as important to the efficient management of EVs as their fossil-fuelled counterparts. Efficient route planning and workflow management are fundamental ingredients to making the most out of a vehicle’s electric miles, boosting productivity and cutting costs by reducing expensive en route charging. As with ICE vehicle mpg, EV vehicle range will be improved by using driver performance solutions, such as WEBFLEET’s OptiDrive 360, to discourage speeding and to encourage a gentle approach to acceleration and braking. Telematics systems can enable businesses to compare the kWh per mile efficiency of their vehicles and drivers and address problem trends. Elsewhere, geo-fence alerts can be set up around Ultra Low Emission Zones (ULEZs) and Clean Air Zones (CAZs) to identify where EVs can be used most cost-effectively. Fleets can also tap into diagnostic data and use EV health information for pre-emptive maintenance to help minimise costly EV downtime. How should businesses support drivers transitioning to electric vehicles? left: Battery level charging stations Below: Fleet electrification report
Driving an electric vehicle will represent a step into the unknown for most employees, and some may be fearful or resistant to change. By communicating their plans, outlining the benefits of EVs, addressing operational issues and giving drivers the opportunity to ask questions, businesses can mitigate concerns before deployment. Beyond the dos and don’ts at handover, plans should also be drawn up for a comprehensive driver training programme. This should cover everything from vehicle charging and preconditioning to driving best practice, equipping drivers with the skills they need to drive their vehicle safely and efficiently. Consideration should be given to all employees and not just ‘business use’ drivers, particularly from the perspective of charging and recharging protocols at office location. Such support can include guidance materials, including FAQs, providing a helpful reference resource. Processes for reimbursing drivers’ charging expenses, either on a per-mile or per-kWh basis, should also be clearly communicated. With commercial vehicles proving significant contributors to transport emissions, how quickly can their electrification catch up with the car market? Electric passenger cars may have been the motor industry’s headline-makers, but the government has made clear its intentions to ban the sale of light commercial vehicles powered by fossil fuels, alongside cars, from 2030. An end date of 2035 has also been set for the sale of new internal combustion HGVs weighing 26 tonnes and under, while all new HGVs will be zero-emission by 2040. Many van fleets have already sprung into action, buoyed by favourable TCO, tax incentives and grant subsidies. Although electric vans still account for just one in 28 registrations, compared to one in nine electric cars, the direction of travel is promising. Electric LCV uptake soared by 142 per cent during 2021 according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). And with rapid improvements in battery range, vehicle choice and charging infrastructure – alongside a growing ecosystem of share knowledge and industry support, including dedicated EV software solutions – we can expect this positive trend to exponentially accelerate. L FURTHER INFORMATION www.webfleet.com
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11 NEW Toddington Harper CEO, GRIDSERVE
With his pioneering parents introducing some of the first commercial solar energy and battery storage solutions over four decades ago, a career in sustainable energy was always going to be Toddington’s path. He created Gridserve to deliver that sustainable energy, and its most notable successes include the creation of Electric Forecourts, a series of high-powered EV recharging stations, the first of which opened in the autumn of 2020. With 100 forecourts planned, these will add to the motorway sites the brand operates as a result of its takeover of Ecotricity’s Electric Highway.
10 h Simon King Director of Sustainability, Social Value and Fleet, Mitie UK In 2020, Mitie UK achieved its 2020 goal of switching 20 per cent (790 vehicles) of its small van and car fleet to electric models three months ahead of schedule. In 2021 it bolstered that target by converting 30 per cent of its fleet to zero emission electric vehicles (EVs) ahead of its March 2022 deadline. Mitie now has more than 2,000 EVs, consisting of 15 different models, and what it believes to be the UK’s largest fleet of electric vehicles. Simon has signed up to the Clean Van Commitment, joined the EV100, achieved Go Ultra Low status, and won the prestigious GreenFleet Award for Outstanding Achievement in 2021.
9 h James Thornton CEO, ClientEarth James founded ClientEarth in 2007. Named by The New Statesman as one of 10 people who could change the world, he continues to lead Europe’s leading environmental law organisation. Its ever-growing network of environmental lawyers maintains its campaign to hold both central and local government to account on air pollution. Ninety per cent of people around the world breathe polluted air according to the World Health Organisation and ClientEarth is pushing for more ambitious policies and laws, as well as increasing awareness about the air pollution risks. The organisation has won three cases against the UK government over illegal and harmful levels of air pollution.
8 Gerry Keaney Chief Executive, BVRLA During a challenging 2020, Gerry continued to lead the BVRLA, adapting its processes to ensure it continued to support its members and their customers. 2021 has been no less busy, with the BVRLA campaigning for Advisory Electricity Rate (AER) for electric vehicles to be fit-for-purpose and welcoming the news that they have been increased by 25 per cent. The BVRLA also believes that it is the wrong time to reduce government incentives for electric vans, but it welcomes the introduction of the government’s Zero Emission Vehicle Mandate which will be introduced in 2024. The increasing appeal of EVs is aiding the leasing sector to return to growth following the initial pandemic impact – in Q3 2021, BEVs accounted for 21 per cent of new cars added to the BVRLA fleet.
7 h Mike Thornton Chief Executive, Energy Saving Trust
Mike Thornton heads up the Energy Saving Trust’s tireless work to address the climate emergency, aiming to deliver a zero carbon society through the reduction of carbon emissions. He has over 30 years’ experience in the environmental, energy efficiency, transport and recycling sectors, and is a member of the Climate Emergency Response Group (CERG) which works with the Scottish government. He is also chair of both the Scottish Power Foundation and the Scottish government’s Heat Pump Sector Deal expert advisory group. In 2021, Energy Saving Trust research revealed that more incentives are needed to fuel the transition to low carbon transport, with 45 per cent of people wanting cheaper options and 35 per cent wanting more efficient infrastructure.
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6 h Graeme Cooper Head Future Markets – Transport Decarbonisation, National Grid
Leading and coordinating all the work relating to the UK regulated business of National Grid, Graeme is the focal point for the National Grid's work on electric vehicles. He also leads the decarbonisation of transport project, helping the government and energy and automotive industries transition towards zero emission vehicles. The National Grid has joined the EV100 global initiative launched by the Climate Group, and has committed to integrate EVs into its fleet of 2,879 vehicles in the UK and 2,905 vehicles in the US. It will also support EV uptake by providing charging facilities at its premises, promising 289 charging sites in the UK and adding 2,900 ownedchargers for its internal fleets to the 1,400 points already deployed in its US territories by 2030.
5 h Jason Torrance Assistant Executive Director, UK100
Jason is Assistant Executive Director of UK100, a network of local government leaders committed to clean air and energy. A senior leader with 25 years’ experience of directing effective evidence-based public policy initiatives, creating influential programmes and delivering strategic impact, Jason came from his previous role as Clean Air Cities Director to Policy Director in early 2020, and stepped into the Assistant Executive Director role in spring 2021. He has a thorough understanding of the opportunities and challenges in tackling air pollution at a local level, and leads targeted programmes aimed at mayors and city leaders on clean air, climate change and sustainable finance. One of UK100’s campaigns concerns clean air and it is calling for legislation which protects us all from dirty air, as well as enabling the UK to become world-leading in clean technologies and solutions.
4 h Mike Hawes CEO, Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT)
Since 2013, Mike has been one of the leading influential voices of the UK motor industry. His leadership of the SMMT continued during another challenging year in 2021. When vehicle retailers re-opened their doors in April 2021, the SMMT analysis reported that drivers enjoyed the widest ever choice of zero-emission cars, and this proved correct. Plug-in vehicles accounted for a record more than one in six registrations during 2021, with BEVs enjoying a rise to one-in-nine. The UK was Europe’s second largest BEV market, and with 190,727 registered, they were more popular than totals in 2016-2020 combined. BEVs now account for 11.6 per cent of the UK new car market and BEV van demand has more than doubled, with 12,759 e-LCVs registered in 2021, showing UK business are ready to go green. E Supported by
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3 h Andy Eastlake CEO, Zemo Partnership
2 Robert Evans CEO, Cenex
Rebranded from Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership (LowCVP) to the Zemo Partnership in early 2021 to reflect a new focus from low to zero emission transport, Andy’s face will be familiar to most who have worked in the low carbon fleet industry. A 2020 GreenFleet Alternative Fuel Vehicle Champion, Andy has been involved with the Zemo Partnership since April 2012, and he and his team managed to sail through more choppy waters in 2021. It started the year by publishing an updated version of its Clean Vehicle Retrofit Technology Guide to coincide with the introduction of the Clean Air Zone in Bath, and announced details of its Acceleration Programme of 2021/22 projects and initiatives. The 2021 Zemo Partnership Annual Conference was held online on 20 July 2021, while a new study highlighted promising well-to-tank routes for hydrogen to help deliver net zero transport.
Robert has headed the Centre of Excellence for Low Carbon and Fuel Cell technologies (Cenex) for the past 15 years, and is a well-known figure in the industry, with an extensive knowledge of electric vehicle infrastructure expertise. A not-for-profit organisation, Cenex undertakes research and consultancy projects for both public and private sector clients that help the transition to a low carbon economy. A collaborative project partner in areas including emerging business models for EV deployment, Vehicle-to-Grid, large-scale hydrogen vehicle and infrastructure deployment, as well as low carbon truck technology dissemination, Cenex’s well-regarded Cenex-LCV and Cenex-CAM events returned to UTAC Millbrook in 2021. Additionally, the organisation issued a report on key barriers and solutions for EV charging infrastructure and aided other publications on the EV home charge points, and key visions for the future of micro mobility. It was also successful with a joint Midlands’ funding bid for hydrogen powered HGVs.
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1 Natasha Robinson Joint Head, Office of Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) EV owner Natasha Robinson leads the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV), formerly the Office for Low Emission Vehicles (OLEV), along with Gary Cooke and Katie Black. Continuing to be a joint unit between the Department for Transport and the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, OZEV remains unequivocally in favour of plug-in vehicle take-up and enables funding for electric vehicle grants and infrastructure as well as charge points across the UK. In 2021, the Plug-in Car Grant and the Plug-in Van Grant were reduced and it was also announced that the Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme (EHVS) will end in March 2022 for homeowners. Athough any reduction in incentive is unpopular, the changes reflect the growing number of EVs on the road and allows funding to reach more people. Holding a significant and important position of power when it comes to shaping the low carbon industry, OZEV also provides funds and manages industryled research and development programmes to champion emerging technologies to capture the environmental and economic benefits of the UK’s transition to a zero-emission economy. Natasha has extensive experience after spending many years in the Department for Transport, and during 2021, has been a keynote speaker at many industry events.
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At a glance: the GREENFLEET 100 Most Influential 1
Natasha Robinson Joint Head of Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV)
51 Dr Colin Herron Managing Director, Zero Carbon Futures
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Robert Evans CEO, Cenex
52 Richard Falconer Managing Director, Co Wheels
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Andy Eastlake Chief Executive Officer, Zemo Partnership
53 Philip Fjeld Co-Founder and CEO, CNG Fuels
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Mike Hawes CEO, Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT)
54 Karen Paciello Fleet Programme Manager, Royal Mail
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Jason Torrance Assistant Executive Director, UK100
55 Dan Gursel Head, Enterprise Car Club
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Graeme Cooper Head Future Markets – Transport Decarbonisation,
56 Matthew Morgan Co-Founder and COO, The Phoenix Works
National Grid
57 Tom Pakenham Managing Director, ChargeLight
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Mike Thornton Chief Executive, Energy Saving Trust
58 Tanya Neech Head of Sustainability, Scania
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Gerry Keaney Chief Executive, BVRLA
59 Charlie Jardine Founder and CEO, EO Charging
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James Thornton CEO, ClientEarth
60 Richard Hudson Commercial Director at LEVC
10 Simon King Director of Sustainability, Social Value and Fleet, Mitie UK
61 Quentin Willson motoring journalist and lobbyist
11 Toddington Harper CEO, GRIDSERVE
62 Owain Pearce Transport Manager, Oxford Direct Services
12 Steve Winter Head of Fleet, Centrica/British Gas
63 Neil Wilson Fleet Director, Ford of Britain
13 Kristian Elvefors Managing Director, Volvo Car UK Ltd
64 Terry Pycroft Head of Fleet Services, Leeds City Council
14 Paul Philpott President and CEO, Kia Motors UK Ltd
65 Edward Kulperger Senior Vice President, Geotab
15 Dr Ben Lane CTO and Co-Founder, and Melanie Shufflebotham,
66 Ron Santiago Managing Director, Europcar Mobility Group UK
COO and Co-Founder, Zap-Map
67 Dr Graham Cooley CEO, ITM Power
16 Tammy Carter Head of Fleet, Crown Commercial Service
68 Vincenzo Nicolo Business Director, IVECO UK & Ireland
17 Julie David Managing Director, Peugeot UK
69 Richard Turnbull Head of Innovation, Connected Kerb
18 Mark Barrett General Manager, Harris Maxus
70 Toby Butler European General Manager - E-mobility Business Development, Shell
19 Paul Willcox Managing Director, Vauxhall Motors
71 Edward Yendluri Waste and Recycling Manager, Westminster City Council
20 Jon Hunt Alternative Fuels Manager, Toyota GB
72 Jim Graham Group Finance Director, Arnold Clark
21 Denise Beedell Policy Manager, Vans and Urban Transport, Logistics UK
73 Chris Rutherford Head of Fleet Strategy & Sponsorship,
22 Justin Meyer Managing Director, SWARCO
London Ambulance Service NHS Trust
23 Paul Hollick Chairman, Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP)
74 Amanda Lyne Managing Director, ULEMCo
24 Fraser Crichton Corporate Fleet Operations Manager, Dundee City Council
75 Mike Potter CEO, Fleetdrive Electric and CrowdCharge
25 Sam Clarke Chief Vehicle Officer, GRIDSERVE
76 David Landy Head of Fleet, Hermes Parcels
26 Dan Martin CEO and Founder, Elmtronics Group Ltd
77 Martin Sleath Sustainability Advisor, Lake District National Park Authority
27 Justin Laney General Manager – Fleet, John Lewis Partnership
78 Malcolm Oliver-White Group Head of Asset Management, Peel Ports
28 Chris Chandler Principal Consultant, Lex Autolease
79 Alexis Percival Environmental and Sustainability Manager,
29 Alfonso Martinez Managing Director, LeasePlan UK Ltd
Yorkshire Ambulance Service
30 Graham Thomas Fleet Operations Manager, Ocado Group
80 Loyd & Alun Davies directors, ElectrAssure
31 Colin Ferguson Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder,
81 Guy Gittins Chief Executive Officer, Chestertons
The Algorithm People
82 Daniel Bentham Senior Vice President - eMobility, Green Investment Group
32 Chris Brownridge Chief Executive Officer, BMW Group UK and Ireland
83 Steve Arnold Head of Clean Air, Birmingham City Council
33 Sara Sloman Head of Future Mobility Partnerships, Elmtronics Ltd
84 Guy Haydon UK Managing Director, Zaptec
34 Mark Dickens Managing Director, Mobilize Power Solutions, Renault Group
85 Gary McRae Head of Electric Mobility, Urban Foresight
35 Ashley Andrew Managing Director, Hyundai Motor UK
86 David George director, Mini UK and Ireland
36 Alex Smith Managing Director, Volkswagen Group United Kingdom
87 Jiggs Bharij Head of Fleet Services, Metropolitan Police
37 James Venables eConsultancy Manager, Mercedes-Benz Trucks UK
88 Tim Laver Managing Director, ALD Automotive
38 Csaba Vincze Fleet Director, Nissan GB
89 Paul Kirby eLCV Expert, EV Essentials
39 Greg Jackson Founder and CEO, Octopus Energy
90 Dr Chris Jardine Technical Director, Joju Solar
40 James Hornsby Fleet Operations & Service Delivery Manager, Co-Operative 91 Stephen Imm Head of Transport Services, Gloucestershire Constabulary 41 Rawdon Glover Managing Director, Jaguar Land Rover UK
92 Paul Nicholls MD, Nicholls Transport
42 Jon Lawes Managing Director, Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions
93 Ian Johnston CEO, Osprey EV Charging
43 Dean Hedger EV New Business Development Manager, The AA
94 Niall Riddell Co-founder, CEO, Paua
44 Mark Bonnor-Moris Chief Commercial Officer, bp Pulse
95 Jonny Berry Head of Decarbonisation, Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions
45 Lorna McAtear Fleet Manager, National Grid
and founder the EV Cafe
46 Marko Engel Head of Electric Vehicles and Infrastructure UK, Stellantis
96 Matthew Dear Programme Manager, ULEV Fleet, London Fire Brigade
47 Robert Grozdanovski Senior Vice President, Central East & East,
97 Richard Parker Corporate Sales Manager, Webfleet Solutions
Volvo Trucks
98 Hugh Nicholson Director of Logistics, Moy Park
48 Patricia Wolfe Managing Director, Athlon UK
99 Alfie McNamara Fleet Manager, Herts Fire & Rescue
49 Lee Brown Head of 0Zone, The Grosvenor Group
100 Emma Loveday UK Fleet Risk and Commercial Development Manager,
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