Celcius Logistics and Dheeraj Hinduja-led Switch Mobility Collaborate to Operate a Sustainable Cold Chain Future

Switch Mobility, the electric vehicle arm of Dheeraj Hinduja-led, Ashok Leyland has signed an MoU with Celcius Logistics for 350 EV Reefer Trucks Powering India’s Largest Electric Cold Chain Fleet. This initiative is backed by an investment of ₹100 crore which will support the purchase of vehicles and development of essential infrastructure including parking bays, charging stations, and driver training programs. It is not only a partnership on the scale of deploying vehicles, but it is the creation of the first large scale zero-emission cold logistics ecosystem in the country. 100 trucks are already deployed by Celsius and the remaining 250 units will be rolled out by the end of FY26.

Introduction of Celcius Green 

This partnership also led to the launch of “Celcius Green”. It is a dedicated vertical which is launched with initial investment of ₹50 crore. Under Celcius Green they are building India’s first zero-emission cold logistics network leveraging electric mobility and advanced data-driven systems.

Celsius’ 3.5-ton electric reefer trucks are engineered by Switch Mobility that ensures consistent temperature control from –25°C to +25°C for transporting sensitive goods including dairy, pharmaceuticals, fresh produce, seafood, and frozen foods. These vehicles are designed for both urban and peri-urban deliveries as they are equipped with extended 140 km range and EV-ready infrastructure.

This partnership between Switch and Celsius is being noted as a key milestone in advancing electric mobility within the cold chain segment one of the most demanding areas of logistics. Together they will be setting a new benchmark for sustainable, reliable, and cost-efficient temperature-controlled transport in India.

Making Green Supply Chains a Reality

Under the leadership of Dheeraj Hinduja, Ashok Leyland and Switch Mobility are making green supply chains a reality. The company’s strategic partnerships and collaborations are not only leading to expansion of its business, but they are also transforming the world of EV mobility. The Hinduja Group’s journey towards green mobility reflects their philosophy of being mindful towards the society and environment. Ashok Leyland’s expansive global footprint in various countries including Thailand, Indonesia, South Sudan, Chad, Nigeria and many other countries depict a story of its leadership’s deep understanding of various markets.

Dheeraj Hinduja’s Ashok Leyland Saudi Arabia for Expansion. South Sudan Next?

Things are looking positive for Indian commercial vehicle giant Ashok Leyland, which recorded a profit of Rs 796 crore in the third quarter of the financial year 2025-26. Company’s Executive Chairman Dheeraj Hinduja is looking forward to Ashok Leyland’s plans of expansion in Saudi Arabia that seem to be accelerating, intentionally to cater to the rising demand for a select segment in the commercial vehicle sector – conventional and defence vehicles and EVs, especially in emerging markets. With a production facility in Saudi Arabia already in the pipeline, Dheeraj Hinduja can also consider potential expansions in other parts of the world, such as African countries like South Sudan, Nigeria, Ethiopia, etc., where the automobile industry is booming.

Talking to the press, Dheeraj said, “We have just signed this MoU, and the intention is to establish a much larger presence in the Indonesian market. It is a large and promising market, and this opportunity allows us to focus not only on electric buses but also on defence products”.