Fuel Consumption and Fuel Management
The Company places significant importance on the efficient management of fuel and petroleum energy consumption to reduce dependence on fossil fuels, increase the share of clean energy usage, and support its climate change and greenhouse gas reduction objectives.To achieve these goals, the Company has implemented systematic measures to reduce fuel consumption across transportation, distribution, and internal operations. These measures include the establishment of on-site fuel stations within distribution centers, regular maintenance of transportation vehicles, equipment efficiency improvements, and the adoption of energy-efficient technologies. In addition, the Company promotes the replacement of machinery and equipment powered by fossil fuels with electric-powered alternatives wherever feasible. These initiatives enhance the Company's ability to effectively monitor, control, and manage overall energy consumption while improving operational efficiency and supporting the transition toward more sustainable business practices.
The Company's fuel consumption covers a range of operational activities, including product deliveries by Index Living Mall, dedicated transportation services provided by contracted logistics partners, transportation vehicles operated by affiliated manufacturing facilities, office vehicles used for business operations, and the use of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) as fuel for forklifts at affiliated factories.
In 2025, the Company implemented a key initiative to replace oil- and LPG-powered forklifts with electric forklifts. This initiative was undertaken to reduce fossil fuel consumption, decrease greenhouse gas emissions from direct fuel combustion, and mitigate air pollution caused by particulate matter and exhaust emissions.
As part of the program, the Company phased out a total of 30 forklifts powered by diesel fuel and LPG and replaced them with 16 high-efficiency electric forklifts. The transition has contributed to improved air quality within operational areas and supported a healthier working environment for employees.
Details of the Company's fuel consumption for 2025 are presented below.
In addition, the Company has implemented a project called “Green Logistics” transportation and distribution powered by clean energy, utilizing 100% electric vehicles for regional distribution, with a total of seven vehicles (three EV trucks and four six-wheel EVs). A 150 kWh EV charger has been installed at the warehouse, with operations starting at the end of 2023. The project began with routes in the Eastern region (Pattaya–Chonburi) and is planned to expand to the Northern and Northeastern regions during 2024–2025, covering provinces such as Nakhon Sawan, Phitsanulok, Chiang Mai, Khon Kaen, and others. Additionally, the Company is optimizing product designs and packaging to suit EV transportation, aiming to maximize space utilization and reduce the number of delivery trips. Route management is also being adjusted to match the characteristics of electric vehicles, ensuring the most efficient and cost-effective operations.
