talabat steers Sustainable Transport at the Green Mobility Forum

To support sustainable transportation, talabat announced its participation as the main sponsor for the Green Mobility Forum, hosted by the Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology (MTCIT) in  Salalah recently.

This prominent event is part of a broader initiative aimed at promoting carbon neutrality by 2050 and emphasising the crucial role of electric vehicles (EVs) in achieving this goal. Through this forum, talabat aimed to highlight its commitment to reducing carbon emissions and supporting innovative solutions for last-mile and quick commerce deliveries by showcasing its e-bike range.

At the forum, Dimitra Theodoropulos, Director of Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility at talabat, provided insights into the company’s efforts to address pipeline emissions, detailing pilot projects that evaluated the performance of electric vehicles (EVs) versus internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles under controlled conditions.

Reflecting on the forum, Theodoropulos said: “We were excited to engage with industry leaders and stakeholders to discuss innovative solutions and collaborative approaches that would drive the adoption of green mobility technologies. This forum provided a valuable platform for us to align our efforts and accelerate progress toward Oman Net Zero 2050.”

talabat’s leadership in the Green Mobility Forum and exhibition highlights its commitment to environmental progress and sustainable solutions. As a testament to this commitment, talabat announced a new initiative aimed at reducing last-mile delivery carbon footprint and enhancing operational efficiency. The pilot project was conducted under the auspices of the Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology, partnering with EVO, an OOMCO subsidiary and Oman’s market leader in green mobility, to launch a pilot project in Oman.

This project involved introducing e-bikes into the talabat delivery fleet, setting the stage for a transformative impact on delivery operations.  The company also aims to boost community awareness and collaborate with industry leaders to advance a more sustainable future.