kuala lumpur: Malaysia-based logistics company Diolko Logistics Malaysia Sdn Bhd is pioneering green delivery solutions to reduce carbon emissions and ease congestion in urban areas.
Diolco CEO Yoan Guegen said the company aims to revolutionize last-mile logistics in Southeast Asia by leveraging public transport systems, including the Kuala Lumpur high-speed rail network.
“We are proud to offer a fully sustainable end-to-end delivery solution that reduces emissions while optimizing city assets. Our approach reduces congestion and reduces emissions in cities. will transform the way goods are transported in the country,” Transport Minister Anthony Loke said during a visit to Diorko’s Putra Heights LRT hub yesterday.
Mr Nguyen said Diolco’s pilot LRT parcel project in collaboration with Prasarana Malaysia Sdn Bhd had achieved a 70% reduction in carbon emissions with over 1,000 deliveries since its launch in July. .
“By integrating electric vehicles with public transport hubs, the company is minimizing vehicle requirements and increasing efficiency. Leveraging rail transport not only reduces road traffic but also It will be possible to fully utilize electric vehicle (EV) technology within a route centered on ,” he explained.
Mr Nguyen said the railway network has considerable capacity for parcel movement, with lines capable of handling up to 90,000 parcels per day, highlighting the project’s great potential. “We currently have two lines that can process 15,000 packages per day, but there is huge scope to scale up.”
Regarding delivery charges, the company said pricing follows a market-based structure to ensure competitiveness while providing premium value to customers.
“Prices are mainly determined by the weight and volume of the package. The standard rate for next day delivery service for packages weighing up to 3kg is RM5.30. However, the final price depends on the shipment volume, type of service and specific It is important to note that this will be adjusted based on the terms of the contract with each customer, taking into account factors such as customer needs,” he added.
Looking to the future, Diolco plans to expand its operations to handle more shipments and create new job opportunities, expanding to 15 transit stations by 2027, Guegen said. .
“This expansion reflects our commitment to helping companies achieve their sustainability goals and contributing to cleaner urban environments.
“Diolco is about more than just delivering packages; it’s about providing solutions to key urban challenges. Our mission is to improve the delivery of goods in cities while having a measurable positive impact on the environment. It’s about transforming the way we transport.”
Roque praised the project for being in line with national policy.
“This innovative concept makes full use of EVs and trains to deliver packages and is fully consistent with our green transition policy and national transport policy. , a sustainable solution that strengthens environmental, social and governance compliance, and will attract multinational companies looking for an environmentally friendly logistics provider,” he said at a press conference after the site visit.
He said this pilot project is the first of its kind in Southeast Asia.
“This is a pioneering concept for the region and the Ministry of Transport fully supports its growth both regionally and internationally. This model is being developed in other cities beyond Kuala Lumpur and in Johor Bahru. It could also be extended to cross-border initiatives such as the RTS link connecting Singapore,” Mr Lok said.
The minister added that this initiative sets a new benchmark for green mobility in Malaysia, optimizing the use of existing rail infrastructure to enhance both economic and environmental outcomes.
