Off-Highway Podcast - with Tobias Stöcker (GMB/ENI)

Alastair speaks to Tobias Stöcker, Sustainability and Circularity Manager at GMB and Zero Emission Transition Expert at ENI, in this new episode of the Off-Highway Podcast.

Tobias shares his fascinating journey from studying business in the Netherlands to becoming a key player in GMB's ambitious goal of achieving 100% circularity by 2030.

We discuss GMB's pioneering efforts in zero-emission construction, highlighting their development of a 20-25 ton zero-emission excavator in collaboration with Hyundai and other partners. Despite the challenges, this project underscores GMB's commitment to sustainability and innovation.

The conversation then delves into the role of the ENI Foundation, a collaborative initiative involving numerous construction and supply chain companies, and we look at the importance of pre-competitive collaboration and knowledge sharing to drive the development of zero-emission equipment.

Throughout the episode, Tobias talks about the challenges of charging infrastructure and market adoption, stressing the need for public clients to support the use of electric machinery. He also touches on the potential of hydrogen as an energy source, while advocating for electric solutions as the most efficient and practical path forward.

As GMB and ENI look to the future, Tobias outlines their plans to focus on charging infrastructure, standardization, and international collaboration. He invites listeners to join the journey towards a sustainable and zero-emission future.

Tune in to this insightful episode to explore the innovative steps GMB is taking to revolutionize the construction industry and learn how collaboration and practical solutions are paving the way for a greener tomorrow.

About GMB and ENI

ENI is the Dutch ecosystem of frontrunners in the Zero Emission construction arena. 45+ companies from the construction sector and equipment supply chain joined forces in 2020 to accelerate the transition to ZE constructions in the infrastructure sector. ENI has published numerous tools, guidelines and factsheets on its website for free, partly available in English: : ENI - English - Zero Emission Constructions - lessons learned in the Netherlands | Emissieloos Netwerk Infra.

GMB is a construction company in the water infrastructure sector in the Netherlands: www.gmb.eu.

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