December 5, 2024 in PRESS RELEASES
APL Logistics’ Second Sustainability Report Highlights Commitment to Company Values
For Immediate Release
SCOTTSDALE, AZ – December 5, 2024 — APL Logistics, a global leader in third-party logistics and Order Management Services, is taking a stand for a more sustainable future. Today, the company announced the release of its second annual Sustainability Report, titled “Shared Values and Making Progress.” This report provides a transparent overview of APL Logistics’ sustainability journey and its impact on the industry, showcasing the company’s unwavering commitment to its five core values: Sustainability, Diversity, Innovation, Accountability, and Fairness. These values shape APL Logistics’ culture, inform its decisions, and motivate its actions.
Its inaugural report was last year and encompassed numerous environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives running across the globe. The report provides a comprehensive overview of the company’s performance against its ambitious goals set forth in its inaugural report last year and encompasses numerous environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives running across the globe.
Key Highlights of the Report:
- Award-Winning Workplace: APL Logistics has won 14 HR awards across four geographies, recognizing its commitment to a positive and inclusive work environment.
- Investing in Innovation: APL Logistics is leveraging its North American technology solutions teams to deploy Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR), furthering its commitment to efficient and sustainable operations.
- Significant Emissions Reduction: Since 2022, APL Logistics has achieved a 16% decrease in emissions, reducing its GHG emissions by 35,826 MT CO2e.
- Protecting Customer Privacy: APL Logistics is proud to report that there have been no substantiated complaints regarding breaches of customer privacy from external parties or regulatory bodies.
Looking Forward:
The report highlights APL Logistics’ continued commitment to its long-term vision of decarbonizing its operations by 42% by 2030. In 2023, the company set bold 2030 reduction targets for its Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, aligning with the Science-Based Targets initiative. APLL will continue to leverage its industry expertise and global reach to drive positive change, both within its operations and in the broader logistics sphere.
“At APL Logistics, we see sustainable and responsible logistics as essential to innovation and resilience. This 2023 Sustainability Report reflects our meaningful actions across people, communities, and operations, and I am proud of our progress. In 2023, we achieved significant milestones, from HR awards across geographies to emissions reductions verified by Science-Based Targets initiative and expanded EV capabilities in Asia. These accomplishments lay the foundation for greater impact in 2024. Thanks to our dedicated employees and strategic partnerships, we’re building a more environmentally conscious business model and look forward to advancing our goals in the years to come.”
– Thad Bedard, President APL Logistics
Availability of the Report:
Download the 2023 Sustainability Report now on APL Logistics’ website. APL Logistics values stakeholder input and encourages feedback on its sustainability journey. Your insights will help ensure our efforts remain aligned with the evolving needs of the environment, our international workforce, and our customer base.
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Click here to download APLL’s 2023 sustainability report
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About APL Logistics
APL Logistics is a leading global supply chain logistics provider focused on order management. With over four decades of experience, we offer innovative, end-to-end supply chain solutions across various industries. With a strategic balance of our world-class account management teams, proprietary digital solutions, and an extensive network, APL Logistics’ Order Management will enable your business to stand out, adapt faster, and execute more efficiently than your competitors.
The APL Logistics group of companies has a global network covering all major markets and is backed by a multinational workforce. APL Logistics Ltd is a member of the Kintetsu World Express group, a global logistics services provider. For more information, www.apllogistics.com or email us at global_marketing@apllogistics.com and connect with us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, and WeChat.