Cenex and Flexible Power Systems (FPS) have launched Project SLICED2, a UK-South Korean initiative aiming to transform urban fleet logistics by integrating smart city, vehicle and energy data technologies.

Building on the success of the earlier SLICED feasibility study, this new phase will see live trials of advanced systems that monitor driver behaviour, road conditions and energy usage to improve safety, efficiency, and sustainability in electric fleet operations.

At the heart of the demonstration is an enhanced version of FPS’s Operate platform, which will incorporate new South Korean in-vehicle safety devices and real-time inputs from city infrastructure and the energy grid. 

Trials will begin in early 2026 and involve major UK fleets including John Lewis Partnership and Welch Group, alongside engagement with authorities such as Transport for West Midlands.

Cenex will lead project demonstrations and evaluations, with a final public report planned for 2027.

If successful, the project could help establish a new standard for data sharing between fleets and cities, and create a smart logistics data platform validated in the real world to improve driver safety and sustainability of logistics operations. 

Jamie Sands, Head of Solutions, Welch Group, said: "For us, SLICED isn't just about collecting more data. It's about using the right data in the right way to drive real operational change. When fleets, cities, and the energy grid all start speaking the same language, we can make smarter decisions, reduce waste, and improve safety. That’s not just innovation for innovation’s sake. It’s progress you can actually see on the road."S