Mober, a green logistics services provider in the Philippines, has officially launched sustainable delivery services in Cebu to support the regional expansion of Swedish home furnishing retail giant IKEA Philippines.
Mober said in a statement on Wednesday that as IKEA Philippines’ green logistics partner, Mober will use its 100 percent electric vehicle (EV) fleet to support home deliveries in Cebu and other Visayas provinces, ensuring zero-emission deliveries.
This not only supports IKEA’s growing demand for high-quality and affordable home products in the regional areas but also showcases Mober’s commitment to eco-friendly logistics solutions, it said.
In addition to the sustainable delivery services, Mober will assist the furniture brand’s warehousing solutions via a collection hub located in Cebu City, speeding up delivery times and increasing product accessibility for Filipino households in Visayas.
The collection hub serves as the last-mile delivery point for IKEA Philippines’ sustainable products and houses Mober’s EV charging stations.
According to the statement, the Cebu City facility includes Mober’s latest 15kw OCPP chargers, compatible with type 2 and GB/T standards, ensuring efficient support for Mober’s EV fleet serving IKEA.
“We are thrilled to embark on this groundbreaking journey, expanding our green delivery solutions to the Visayas,
“This represents a leap forward for the Philippines in embracing sustainable practices across the logistics industry,” said Mober Founder and Chief Executive Officer Dennis Ng.
As EV ownership gains momentum, he said Mober is well-positioned to further its commitment to providing sustainable business solutions towards a net-zero carbon emission future by leveraging our all-electric fleet.
Established in July 2015, Mober supports the end-to-end supply chain sustainability of major fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) and retail brands.
Besides IKEA Philippines, Mober partners with SM Appliance Center, Unilever Philippines, Nestle Philippines, and Nespresso, as well as renowned logistics companies Maersk and Kuehne+Nagel.
Mober also offers a unique partnership model that provides an unprecedented advantage to businesses, allowing them to transition to green delivery operations with zero capital expenditures (CapEx) or upfront costs.
“Our vision extends beyond just providing a service, but it’s about pioneering a movement towards sustainability that we hope will inspire other businesses and communities across the country,
“As we look to the future, Mober is committed to being at the forefront of this green revolution. This is just the beginning of a more sustainable Philippines, and we are proud to lead the charge,” shared Ng.
It is noted that in September 2023, Mober officially unveiled its 800-square-meter flagship EV charging hub in Pasay City, aimed at bolstering the efficiency of its exclusive EV fleet strategically designed to provide relentless service for IKEA Philippines.
With a current fleet of 60 vehicles, encompassing 39 e-trucks, 17 e-vans, and 4 three-wheelers, Mober is targeting expanding its green delivery services across Southeast
Asia, aiming for a fleet of 500 EVs within the next two years.
Looking ahead, Mober plans to establish a network of charging stations from Pasay City to Tacloban, positioned every 150-200 kilometers, to support its growing fleet and
underscore its leadership in green logistics.
As the EV market in the Philippines continues to grow, supported by favorable government policies and increasing consumer awareness, Mober said its initiatives are well-
positioned to contribute to the country’s green transition.
With an expanding fleet and innovative solutions, it said the firm is poised to lead green logistics in Southeast Asia, starting in the Philippines, paving the way for a sustainable future in the logistics industry.
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