SmartSupplyAI — The weekly briefing on AI in supply chain and logistics

Powering the future

· Source: tribune.com.pk

In short

The article argues that energy-intensive industries, and port terminals and maritime logistics in particular, are shifting from fossil fuels to renewable energy, especially on-site solar power, driven by cost, decarbonisation commitments and climate vulnerability. It highlights practical examples such as DHL's low-carbon logistics services and a Pakistani courier's electric-bike last-mile fleet that covered over 300,000 km and saved 17 metric tonnes of CO2 while cutting fuel costs by around 60%. Hutchison Ports Pakistan is presented as a blueprint, using electric Remote-Controlled Quay Cranes, hybrid equipment, rooftop solar and 20 new E-Trucks to cut emissions and operating costs.

Read Original Article — Read the full article on the publisher’s site.

In the issue of week 40, 2026: Supply Chain AI Advances, but Data, Governance and Capacity Set the Pace

Tags: logistics, ports, solar, decarbonisation, supply-chain, automation

Related articles

The weekly briefing on AI in supply chain and logistics: a sourced editorial every Monday, the articles of the week and a podcast.