Transport with a focus on the environment
Royal Talens has selected a limited number of preferred suppliers and partners for its inbound cargo and outbound distribution activities. The environment is an important component in the selection of our suppliers, with a focus on continued CO2 reductions. At a minimum, transporters are expected to achieve objectives that are equal to those laid out by the EU climate agreements. We require our logistics service providers to have implemented an environmental policy that can be demonstrated by an ISO 14001 certification or a verifiable, equally effective alternative.
Less transport, less CO2
In 2013, Royal Talens was one of the first Dutch companies to close its factory in China and bring production back to the Netherlands. Better management, consistent quality and a lower impact on the environment through decreased transport (Royal Talens turnover is mostly in Europe) were decisive factors in bringing production back.
Optimising distribution
Royal Talens closed its distribution centre in Bergen op Zoom (185 kilometres from Apeldoorn) in 2018 and relocated it next to the central distribution centre in Apeldoorn. This allows us to efficiently organise supplier transport and to consolidate distribution to our mutual customers. This translates into a stark reduction in mileage and CO2 emissions.
Buying locally
In order to further limit the impact of freight transport on CO2 levels, we are increasingly sourcing raw materials, packaging materials and products closer to our factories and distribution centres in the Netherlands, Denmark and Spain. We have launched campaigns that are aimed at acquiring more raw materials, packaging and products from the Netherlands or Europe over the coming years.
