Eicher Showcases New Green Truck Line-Up at Cement Expo 2025

17 Nov 2025 CW Team

Eicher displayed a series of heavy-duty vehicles, including the Eicher Pro 2119 CNG and Eicher Pro 6028TM, which features an industry-first 10-cubic-metre drum capacity on a 6x4 platform. The company also unveiled its next-generation Pro 6055 LNG 55T GCW 4x2 tractor trailer, introduced by Sagar R Kadu, Director Logistics at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.

The line-up reflects Eicher’s strategic focus on alternative fuel technologies such as LNG and CNG, supported by advanced features and a strong after-sales service ecosystem. The stand also included interactive elements such as My Eicher, a comprehensive view of the company’s service network, and its industry-first Uptime Centre.

S.S. Gill, Chief Commercial Officer at VECV, said: “VECV remains committed to delivering technology-driven, sustainable logistics solutions that meet the evolving needs of critical sectors like cement. Our participation at the Cement Expo underlines our engagement with industry stakeholders and our leadership in alternative-fuel vehicles, digital uptime support and extensive service infrastructure. Long-term partnerships in the sector will be essential for accelerating progress towards greener transport.”

Gagandeep Singh Gandhok, EVP – Sales & Marketing, HD Trucks, VECV, added: “Eicher has been a trusted partner to the cement industry for years. Our priority is to help customers achieve higher productivity and lower total cost of ownership through advanced technology, alternative-fuel options and strong service support. The Cement Expo was an excellent opportunity to deepen engagement and reaffirm our commitment to sustainable mobility.”

As the only OEM participating in the event, Eicher gained visibility among more than 5,000 industry stakeholders, including MDs, CEOs, procurement leaders and logistics partners from major cement companies. The exhibition reinforced the brand’s standing as a preferred provider of efficient, high-performance transport solutions for cement logistics.

Designed for the demanding conditions of the cement sector, Eicher trucks offer robust performance, enhanced payload capacity, superior uptime with 1,100-plus service touchpoints, and 5–7 per cent better fuel efficiency. With proven aggregates, strong service backing and intelligent operational features, Eicher continues to position itself as the trusted partner for reliable, cost-efficient cement transportation.

Eicher Trucks & Buses, a division of VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV), unveiled its latest range of sustainable heavy-duty trucks at the 15th Cement Expo held at the Yashobhoomi Convention Centre in New Delhi. The event, a key gathering for the Indian cement industry, provided an ideal platform for showcasing transport solutions designed to advance sustainability in cement logistics. Eicher displayed a series of heavy-duty vehicles, including the Eicher Pro 2119 CNG and Eicher Pro 6028TM, which features an industry-first 10-cubic-metre drum capacity on a 6x4 platform. The company also unveiled its next-generation Pro 6055 LNG 55T GCW 4x2 tractor trailer, introduced by Sagar R Kadu, Director Logistics at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The line-up reflects Eicher’s strategic focus on alternative fuel technologies such as LNG and CNG, supported by advanced features and a strong after-sales service ecosystem. The stand also included interactive elements such as My Eicher, a comprehensive view of the company’s service network, and its industry-first Uptime Centre. S.S. Gill, Chief Commercial Officer at VECV, said: “VECV remains committed to delivering technology-driven, sustainable logistics solutions that meet the evolving needs of critical sectors like cement. Our participation at the Cement Expo underlines our engagement with industry stakeholders and our leadership in alternative-fuel vehicles, digital uptime support and extensive service infrastructure. Long-term partnerships in the sector will be essential for accelerating progress towards greener transport.” Gagandeep Singh Gandhok, EVP – Sales & Marketing, HD Trucks, VECV, added: “Eicher has been a trusted partner to the cement industry for years. Our priority is to help customers achieve higher productivity and lower total cost of ownership through advanced technology, alternative-fuel options and strong service support. The Cement Expo was an excellent opportunity to deepen engagement and reaffirm our commitment to sustainable mobility.” As the only OEM participating in the event, Eicher gained visibility among more than 5,000 industry stakeholders, including MDs, CEOs, procurement leaders and logistics partners from major cement companies. The exhibition reinforced the brand’s standing as a preferred provider of efficient, high-performance transport solutions for cement logistics. Designed for the demanding conditions of the cement sector, Eicher trucks offer robust performance, enhanced payload capacity, superior uptime with 1,100-plus service touchpoints, and 5–7 per cent better fuel efficiency. With proven aggregates, strong service backing and intelligent operational features, Eicher continues to position itself as the trusted partner for reliable, cost-efficient cement transportation.

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