Coleshill-based logistics, transport and shipping specialist LTS Global Solutions has been awarded Planet Mark Business Certification in recognition of its commitment to sustainability.
The accreditation is the result of the company’s success in measuring and reducing its carbon emissions, in turn contributing to its environmental, social and governance criteria.
A prominent player in one of the most environmentally damaging industries, reducing its carbon footprint has long been at the top of LTS Global Solutions’ agenda. The company is continually stiving to lower its emissions and is passionate about playing its part in helping to ensure the planet is left in a better condition for the next generation.
In 2022, the business moved into a 133,000 sq ft state-of-the-art, purpose-built Net Zero carbon in construction facility at Hams Hall. Since then, it has converted its forklift fleet to all-electric alternatives, upgraded its fleet to Euro 6 models, purchased its first ever all-electric truck and invested in a new TMS platform to optimise routes and cut mileage.
The company’s relocation to Hams Hall has encouraged colleagues to participate in car sharing initiatives. This has resulted in a seven per cent increase in car sharing and a five per cent reduction in car occupancy. LTS Global Solutions has also implemented facilities allowing drivers to sleep in their cabs on site.
Other initiatives introduced throughout the company include a move to electric materials handling equipment and the use of recycled materials in its pick and pack operations.
The accreditation comes as LTS Global Solutions celebrates its 25th anniversary year.
It also comes as the company has been shortlisted for awards from Planet Mark – the Best Use of Planet Mark Award and the Best Newcomer Award.
Dave Hands, Managing Director of LTS Global Solutions, said:
“We are delighted to have been shortlisted in this year’s Planet Mark awards. To reach the final so early in our sustainability journey is a great achievement.
“Making positive contributions to reducing our emissions is something that is continually top of mind at LTS Global Solutions and an ethos which we look to apply to every aspect of our operation.
“While it’s a daunting prospect taking your first steps on a sustainability journey it has become an incredibly exciting and rewarding process. As such we believe that we can now act as a blueprint for counterparts within the sector.
“We are committed to continuing to reduce our carbon footprint and work hard to instil this culture throughout the organisation. Small changes in our operation are key to long-term impact and we want our employees to take pride in what we have achieved and to help us continue to reach our goals.
