Wasgau C+C relies on intelligent charging management for electric trucks

Wasgau C+C Großhandel GmbH, a specialist wholesaler serving bulk buyers and the gastronomy sector in the Rhein-Pfalz-Saar region, is taking another step towards sustainable logistics. As part of its fleet electrification strategy, the company is implementing an intelligent charging and energy management solution from IO-Dynamics. At its Kaiserslautern and Pirmasens sites, the electric refrigerated fleet is being optimised with a smart charging system to ensure efficiency, sustainability, and supply security in equal measure.

Six electric trucks, six charging points, one smart system

The new Scania electric trucks, equipped with three-compartment refrigerated bodies, are charged at six DC charging points. The intelligent charging management software from IO-Dynamics enables automated, demand-based control of the charging processes. This ensures that vehicles are ready for their routes on time, while the system simultaneously optimises energy distribution, avoids peak loads, and reduces operating costs – a key factor for the economic viability of electromobility in logistics.

Via a central dashboard, Wasgau C+C can access real-time charging and vehicle data. In addition to charging processes, vehicle bookings and operational data are also taken into account, allowing for holistic fleet planning.

Fresh goods, on-time delivery – emission-free

For Wasgau C+C, reliability of the supply chain is just as important as sustainability. Switching to electric refrigerated trucks brings specific challenges, which are effectively addressed through smart charging management.

Claus Bärhausen, Head of Organisation at Wasgau C+C, explains:

“Ensuring timely deliveries and maintaining the freshness of our goods are our top priorities. At the same time, we want to live up to our responsibility for climate protection. The charging management provided by IO-Dynamics ensures that our electric trucks are charged exactly when needed – without unnecessary charging downtime. Especially valuable for us is the transparency around charging points, vehicles, and charging processes.”

Johann Olsen, CEO and Co-Founder of IO-Dynamics, also emphasises the added value of digital solutions in the logistics sector:

“With this project, Wasgau C+C demonstrates how data-driven charging solutions can revolutionise the operation of electric fleets. Smart, demand-based charging significantly reduces operational costs while ensuring high vehicle availability.”

Photovoltaics as the next step toward greater sustainability

Electrifying the fleet is only the beginning for Wasgau C+C. Over the course of the year, photovoltaic systems will be installed to generate part of the energy used for vehicle charging, further improving the company’s carbon footprint.

Thanks to IO-Dynamics’ intelligent charging management, the electric trucks will be able to efficiently utilise this self-generated solar energy in the future – offering further energy cost savings.

A model for the future

The Wasgau C+C project proves that electric fleets and sustainable logistics can be implemented in a reliable and economically viable way. By taking a holistic approach – from the electric vehicle fleet and intelligent charging management to the integration of renewable energy – the company has created a scalable model that could serve as an example for others in the logistics sector.

Combining digital control, optimised charging infrastructure, and zero-emission vehicles, Wasgau C+C is paving the way for a sustainable, economical, and practical solution for tomorrow’s transport logistics.