Eight eFREIGHT 2030 leaders named among 2025 Motor Transport Decarbonisation Power Players
eFREIGHT 2030 is proud to celebrate a major milestone in the project’s journey toward zero-emission logistics, as eight of its consortium members have been recognised in the prestigious 2025 Motor Transport Decarbonisation Power Players rankings.
With over 65 nominations for this year’s edition, competition for a place among the top 25 Power Players was fiercer than ever—a testament to the rapid pace of innovation and change across the UK’s road freight sector. The fact that one-third of this elite list is made up of eFREIGHT 2030 participants is a remarkable endorsement of the programme’s ambition, vision and collaborative strength.
The eight consortium members recognised in the top 25 rankings are:
- #3 – Ben Garner, Head of Logistics Development and Standards, Tarmac
- #4 – Kate Broome, Sustainability and Social Impact Director, Kuehne+Nagel
- #5 – Carlos Rodrigues, Managing Director UK & Ireland, Renault Trucks
- #6 – Chris Welch, Managing Director, Welch’s Transport
- #8 – Michael Boxwell, Group CEO, Voltempo Group
- #15– Andrew Scott, Product Director, TVS Interfleet
- #18– Jamie Sands, Head of Solutions, Welch’s Transport
- #20 – Angus Webb, Founder and CEO, Dynamon
In addition, Isabella Panovic, Programme Manager – Zero Emission Road Freight at Innovate UK, who plays a key role in overseeing the ZEHID (Zero Emission HGV Infrastructure Demonstrator) programme that eFREIGHT 2030 is part of, was also recognised at #25.
The Motor Transport Decarbonisation Power Players initiative celebrates the individuals driving meaningful progress in the decarbonisation of UK logistics. Candidates are nominated from across the industry—including fleet operators, OEMs, technology providers and public sector organisations—and are evaluated by an independent panel of judges. Selection is based on impact, innovation, and commitment to sustainable freight.
Michael Boxwell, Group CEO of Voltempo and the #8 Power Player, commented: “This is more than just a recognition of individual brilliance—it’s a reflection of what can be achieved through collaborative innovation and a shared commitment to decarbonising UK road freight. We are immensely proud of all those who have been recognised.”
The strong representation of eFREIGHT 2030 leaders in this year’s rankings underscores the project’s growing influence in shaping a cleaner, smarter, and more sustainable freight future.
Three consortium members made the sought-after ‘Top 5’
Among the eight recognised were three eFREIGHT 2030 members who earned a coveted place in the Top 5 of this year’s Power Players – a significant achievement that highlights their depth of expertise in the decarbonisation space. As well as the prestige itself, the Top 5 Power Players receive a more in-depth write-up within the Power Players supplement, including “judges comments”.
Judges praised third placed Power Player Ben Garner’s “bravery in consistently pushing the organisation forward and sharing his findings with the wider industry.”
As Head of Logistics Development and Standards at Tarmac, Ben has been a driving force behind the company’s decarbonisation strategy within the construction logistics sector. His leadership led to the development of the UK’s first all-electric ready-mix concrete mixer—delivered in collaboration with Renault Trucks and TVS Interfleet—which is expected to save 42 tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually. He has also been instrumental in the launch of Tarmac’s EV discovery programme to support suppliers and advocates for low-carbon fuels and increased use of rail freight.
Our #4 Power Player, Kate Broome at Kuehne+Nagel, was recognised for her commitment to inclusive decarbonisation. A passionate advocate for SME hauliers, Broome has played a key role in securing significant ZEHID grant funding for zero-emission HGVs and infrastructure and ensuring it is accessible to small operators. She regularly speaks at industry events, advocating for policy and funding support for SMEs and working to inspire optimism about the electric transition. Judges called her “an outstanding role model, personally driving significant progress in road decarbonisation”.
Retaining a Top 5 position for a second year, Carlos Rodrigues at Renault Trucks, was recognised by the judges as “a standard bearer for the truck manufacturers… instrumental in driving the industry forward”. As MD for Uk and Ireland, Carlos has consistently led the manufacturer’s ambitious sustainability agenda. Under his leadership, Renault Trucks has introduced a full range of electric vehicles in the UK and committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2040. The company has also set interim goals to reduce emissions by 15% by 2025 and 30% by 2030 (from 2019 levels).
These achievements showcase the profound impact that eFREIGHT 2030 consortium members are making—not only within their own organisations, but across the UK’s transport and logistics landscape. Their recognition in the 2025 Power Players rankings reflects the strength of collaboration, innovation, and shared purpose at the heart of this transformative programme.