Pharmaceutical Distributors Adopt Electric Vehicles to Curb Emissions
Efforts to reduce carbon emissions are increasingly spreading across various industrial sectors, including the distribution of health products. Several companies have begun adopting electric vehicles as part of their operational decarbonisation strategies, while simultaneously improving distribution efficiency amidst growing demands for sustainable business practices.
One such initiative is being undertaken by PT Anugrah Argon Medica (AAM), a pharmaceutical and medical device distribution company under PT Medela Potentia Tbk (MDLA). The company has begun operating an electric car fleet to support the distribution of health products across various regions. This move is part of an effort to build a more efficient and low-emission distribution system.
Juliwaty, President Director of PT Medela Potting Tbk, stated that the transformation towards electric vehicles is part of the company’s long-term strategy to face a changing distribution industry landscape, which increasingly demands energy efficiency and the application of sustainability principles.
“The use of electric vehicles not only improves operational efficiency but also strengthens our readiness to provide fast, accurate, and safe distribution services amidst dynamic market needs,” said Juliwaty.
According to her, operational decarbonisation is a crucial step in addressing industry challenges, ranging from energy cost pressures to the increasing focus on environmental aspects in business activities. Consequently, the company continues to integrate innovation and energy efficiency into its distribution systems.
As of 2025, AAM has been operating 106 electric motorcycles spread across 15 branches in 13 cities. The development of a four-wheel electric vehicle fleet represents the next stage in strengthening a more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly distribution system.
In addition to electrifying its fleet, the company is also optimising distribution routes, strengthening supporting infrastructure, and providing eco-driving training for drivers and operational teams to increase energy efficiency and occupational safety.
Budi Lim, Director of PT AAM, stated that the company strives to maintain a balance between business growth and environmental responsibility. He noted that various operational innovations will continue to be developed to benefit both the company and the environment.
“We will continue to develop operational innovations that not only drive business performance but also provide a real contribution to environmental sustainability,” said Budi.
These decarbonisation steps align with the company’s achievement in reducing greenhouse gas emission intensity by 20 per cent compared to the 2025 baseline. Looking ahead, the company is also preparing to install solar panels at its Tangerang and Medan branches, planned to commence in the second half of 2026, to increase the use of renewable energy in its operations.
This development demonstrates that the energy transition agenda is not only occurring in the power generation or manufacturing sectors but is also becoming part of the operational strategy for the distribution industry. The use of electric vehicles is considered capable of helping companies reduce emissions while enhancing long-term business efficiency and competitiveness.