Back-to-Base vs On-Route refuelling: Why optimization matters for operations and future demand

For the road transport industry, refuelling is more than a routine task — it’s a key operational decision that impacts efficiency, costs, and even the ability to meet sustainability targets. As Europe’s road freight sector faces the urgent need to cut emissions by 45% in the next six years, smart refuelling strategies are becoming a competitive advantage.

At ARXAX, we leverage IoT-connected trucks, green refuelling stations, and Big Data analytics to help transport operators optimize when and where vehicles refuel.

Traditionally, fleets return to a central depot for fuel or electricity top-ups. This approach offers some advantages, however, back-to-base refuelling can create downtime, route inefficiencies, and missed opportunities for demand capture. Trucks spend additional kilometers returning to depots instead of serving customers, leading to both higher emissions and operational costs.

With ARXAX Connect, fleets can refuel on-route at IoT-enabled stations, combining cost efficiency with operational flexibility. Benefits include route optimization, time savings, and demand responsiveness.

Our data shows that by leveraging on-route refuelling with artificial intelligence, fleets can achieve up to 10% cost reductions while simultaneously cutting greenhouse gas emissions. This not only improves short-term profitability but also positions operators to meet future regulatory requirements and evolving customer expectations.

Our solutions include:

ARXAX Connect → a digital network of IoT-connected trucks and green stations

ARXAX Pay → seamless virtual refuelling reservations

ARXAX Smart → GLEC-accredited carbon measurement and reporting

Together, these tools ensure that fleets are efficient, sustainable, and resilient, ready to thrive in a decarbonising transport sector.

At ARXAX, we’re helping fleets refuel smarter, reduce costs, and decarbonise faster — because the road to sustainable transport doesn’t stop at the depot.

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