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. . . our products cover every element of a customer ’ s supply chain from inbound ocean and air movements and customs operations . . .
◀ Benjamin Bird , Director of Business Development increases ( both salary and taxation ) and shortages in the workforce , we recognize that to grow , we must adapt and reduce our reliance on searching for a workforce that may not be there when we need it . On top of that , property rental and overall
prices just don ’ t match the market we work in anymore . Our customers challenge us to reduce the costs of their supply chains and that is incredibly difficult when rents are increasing by 30-to-40 percent during review periods .
“ Thirdly we have evolved our product offering . As a company , our products cover every element of a customer ’ s supply chain from inbound ocean and air movements and customs operations , all the way through to business to business and direct to customer deliveries . Our focus going forward is to make sure we work with new and long-term customers to give the technical support that they need . There is far more value in being a true partner to our customers than simply working contract to contract as a third-party logistics operator .”
Continuous improvement
Greg Carter , Head of Environmental , Social and Governance ( ESG ) offers some specific details on how the company is approaching its sustainability targets : “ We are committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 .
This ambitious goal is integrated into the fabric of our business , guided by a clear strategic vision from leadership at every level .
“ Understanding the importance of sustainability , we have established six strategic goals , with sustainability woven into the core of each one . This cohesive approach is overseen by our Sustainability Steering Committee , which ensures accountability and transparency by providing regular updates to the board and the broader workforce . Our network of ‘ Sustainability Champions ’ further motivates employees at all levels to engage in local initiatives that complement larger , organization-wide projects .
“ In line with our commitment to reducing emissions and waste , we have implemented several key initiatives . In 2022 , we transitioned to 100 percent renewable electricity and made significant investments in electric vehicle charging infrastructure , reinforcing our ‘ electriconly ’ company car policy . Continuous improvement is part of our culture ; through Kaizen projects , we identify and implement daily efficiency improvements and waste reduction practices . For those unavoidable waste materials , we operate on a ‘ zero to landfill ’ basis .
“ In 2024 , recognizing the need for cleaner transport solutions , the company
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