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Sustainable change On a journey to a better world

The importance of sustainable logistics is growing. Smarter and greener solutions are required. But most importantly, sustainability begins with oneself. Van den Bosch wants to contribute to positive, sustainable and dependable change in the supply chain through intelligent innovation.

95%
intermodal
38,533
ton CO2 savings
100,000
annual shipments

Our vision Grow sustainability in bulk

The needs of our society, customers, employees and network are shifting. Therefore, the solutions they ask for are changing as well. That’s why we aim to further grow our positive impact to make the bulk sector more sustainable. We see an enormous opportunity to contribute to the sustainable shift along with our employees, customers and partners. That’s why we introduce our sustainability compass: SHIFT 2030.

SHIFT 2030

Sustainable transition

Over the past decade, Van den Bosch has already initiated a sustainable transition. As much as 95% of our transports are now conducted intermodal. Thanks to this modal shift, we increase payload, reduce the number of shipments and work with our customers and partners on CO2 reduction within the supply chain.

  • 95%

    intermodal transport
  • 100,000

    annual shipments
  • 6,250

    containers in use
  • 38,533

    tonnes CO2 savings
  • 2.1

    million tonnes product p.a.

*CO2 savings calculated compared to 2007, when Van den Bosch started converting from road transport to intermodal.

Social responsibility

As a futureproof logistics service provider, we aim to fully integrate Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) aspects into everything we do. Our mission goes beyond making the supply chain more sustainable: it’s about taking full social responsibility. From providing a sustainable workplace and leading by example, to decarbonising the supply chain and supporting local projects & communities. These are the tangible steps we take to bring our vision to life.

Pascal Heuijerjans
Pascal Heuijerjans | Business Controller Sustainability

ISO 14083 verified

Van den Bosch is the first carrier worldwide to be independently verified for CO2 emission calculations and reporting that meet the applicable requirements from ISO 14083:2023. This confirms that CO2 emissions are calculated and reported in a demonstrably reliable manner, fully in line with European legislation and environmental requirements.

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Sustainable Development Goals

We want to supply the world in the most sustainable way. To make that happen, we use our knowledge, experience, equipment, systems and network. Based on good leadership, we also want to set a good example by giving substance to this theme based on five SDGs.

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  • Good health & well-being

  • Reduced inequalities

  • Climate action

  • Decent work and economic growth

  • Partnership for the goals

Support for UNICEF

As a logistics service provider, we provide transport of commodities in Europe, but also in Africa, where food transport forms a large part of our business. Through our partnership with UNICEF Netherlands, we have consciously chosen a clear connection with Africa since 2011. With our support, we want to fulfil our social responsibility by making a meaningful contribution to tackling malnutrition and contributing to fair opportunities for every child.

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Van den Bosch is a member of the UN Global Compact. This initiative is a call for companies worldwide to align their operations and strategies with ten universally accepted principles in the areas of human rights, labour environment and anti-corruption.

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EcoVadis helps companies evaluate, monitor and improve their sustainability performance, aiming to improve environmental and social practices. Van den Bosch managed to score a silver medal in all areas of the evaluation in 2023.

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Operation Clean Sweep is a programme for the environmentally-responsible management of plastics. It aims to organise all business processes when processing plastics so that no plastics enter the environment.

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