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En Rhenus, entendemos la sostenibilidad como la capacidad de satisfacer las necesidades actuales sin comprometer las de las generaciones futuras, siguiendo la definición de la Comisión Brundtland de la ONU. Creemos que el verdadero éxito empresarial se alcanza cuando se equilibran los beneficios, el impacto medioambiental y la responsabilidad social. Descubre los pilares fundamentales de la sostenibilidad en Rhenus.
In line with our ambition to support our customers’ decarbonization efforts, our vision is to be a key enabler in the transition toward lower-carbon logistics.
By considering the interconnected dimensions of planet, people and profit, we strive to balance environmental responsibility, social considerations and long-term business success. Through innovative customer solutions, responsible business practices and a workplace that empowers and supports our employees, we aim to create long-term value for our stakeholders.
Guided by environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles, we integrate sustainability considerations into our operations and decision-making processes. These principles help shape our approach to reducing environmental impacts, fostering social responsibility and promoting strong and ethical leadership.
Explore how our engagement in each ESG pillar drives our mission and join us in supporting the transition toward lower-carbon and more responsible logistics.
Climate change is one of the most urgent challenges our planet faces. The longer we put off commitment towards sustainable practices, the worse difficulties we may face – but solutions are already being developed.
As established in on our Rhenus Environmental Policy, we act decisively by creating lower-carbon logistics solutions and leveraging ESG data to support decision-making and identify improvement opportunities – reflecting the goals and ambitions that shape our actions.
To reach this goal, we empower our employees to drive progress in sustainability, fostering positive change for the planet and stronger communities.
Book and claim is a flexible way to support decarbonization targets in the supply chain. It provides broader access to the benefits of low-emission transport solutions by separating the environmental attributes of solutions such as Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), battery-electric transport and other options from their physical consumption. With emissions profiles managed in shipzero, environmental attribute claims can be tracked and verified through a transparent and auditable process, including for transport routes where a physical shift to lower-emission alternatives may not currently be feasible.
Lower-carbon aviation is supported through the adoption of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), which we consider a critical enabler for achieving the aviation industry’s decarbonization targets. Working closely with our airline partners, we support the integration and scaling of SAF across air freight networks. To optimize our customer’s supply chains, we adopt tailored solutions, such as modal shifts from air to ocean freight and select more efficient aircraft types, where operationally feasible. Through the combination of SAF, industry partnerships and transport optimization, support efforts to reduce transport-related emissions while maintaining speed and global connectivity.
Let us support you with lower-carbon ship transportation, made possible through the adoption of alternative fuels and propulsion technologies for container vessels and inland barges. Working with carriers and industry partners, we support the transition to solutions such as biofuels, renewable fuels, hydrogen-based propulsion and battery-powered operations where available and operationally feasible. Thanks to collaboration platforms such as Clean Cargo and continuous transport optimization, we support efforts to minimize the environmental impact of logistics activities and ensure reliable supply chains at the same time.
Rhenus supports road freight decarbonization through the adoption of alternative drive technologies and fuels. Depending on operational requirements and infrastructure availability, this includes electric trucks and biofuel-powered vehicles, supported by the ongoing expansion of charging infrastructure. By combining alternative energy solutions, transport optimization and smart technologies, we drive the transformation of logistics activities without compromising operational efficiency.
With pioneering projects in Dortmund, Wesel, Tilburg, Prague and Nuneaton, Rhenus underlines its commitment to improving the environmental performance of logistics operations. Energy-efficient construction, extensive photovoltaic systems and green facades, roofs and outdoor areas are as essential as innovative rainwater utilization and the promotion of e-mobility. Certifications such as BREEAM Outstanding provide independent recognition of the environmental performance of these facilities.
Emission transparency forms the foundation for making informed decisions and developing effective decarbonization strategies. Depending on service type, route and data availability, our emissions reporting can provide visibility into transport-related emissions at shipment, route or customer level. This helps identify optimization opportunities and supports the implementation of further measures. To ensure a high degree of industry alignment and methodological consistency, we work with EcoTransIT World to calculate emissions across all transport modes. This process is based on scientific data foundations and aligns with ISO 14083 and the GLEC Framework.
EcoVadis ayuda a las empresas a abordar los riesgos ESG, garantizar el cumplimiento normativo y alcanzar sus objetivos mediante la mejora del rendimiento en sostenibilidad a gran escala. Rhenus participa anualmente en esta evaluación desde 2017, obteniendo certificaciones cada año. En 2025, el Grupo Rhenus alcanzó la categoría platino de EcoVadis.
El CDP es una organización global sin ánimo de lucro que evalúa y gestiona los impactos medioambientales. Considerado el estándar de oro en materia de información ambiental, ofrece una amplia base de datos sobre la acción climática de empresas y ciudades. Desde 2021, Rhenus completa anualmente el cuestionario del CDP para cumplir con los requisitos de sostenibilidad.
El Smart Freight Centre (SFC) es una organización internacional sin ánimo de lucro dedicada a reducir las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero en el transporte de mercancías. Su iniciativa Clean Cargo, integrada en SFC, agrupa a transportistas, transitarios y cargadores para medir y reducir las emisiones en el transporte marítimo de contenedores. El Grupo Rhenus forma parte de esta red desde 2023.
Como miembro del Pacto Mundial de la ONU, la mayor iniciativa mundial de sostenibilidad corporativa, Rhenus alinea sus estrategias con los principios en materia de derechos humanos, trabajo, medioambiente y lucha contra la corrupción, contribuyendo activamente al progreso social. Desde el 19 de abril de 2022, Rhenus participa en la Comunicación Anual de Progreso. Para más información, haz clic aquí.
Como firmante del Pacto Mundial de la ONU, Rhenus está comprometido con la integración de prácticas responsablesy sostenibles en su modelo de negocio. Además, desde 2022, apoyamos los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible (ODS) de las Naciones Unidas, contribuyendo activamente a los 17 objetivos que buscan construir un futuro mejor y más sostenible para todos.Rhenus centra sus esfuerzos especialmente en los ODS 3, 8, 9 y 13.
Supervisamos y evaluamos de forma continua nuestro desempeño en sostenibilidad, compartiendo los avances cada año a través de agencias de evaluación externas y en la plataforma del Pacto Mundial de la ONU.
Nos comprometemos a garantizar condiciones de trabajo seguras para todos nuestros empleados y a promover su salud y bienestar. Esto empieza con formaciones periódicas y programas de salud, e incluye la creación de entornos de trabajo ergonómicos y seguros.
Rhenus ofreceformación continua y fomenta la participación activa en materia de salud y seguridad laboral, con sistemas de comunicación interna y análisis de incidentes. Además, la familia Rhenus impulsa un diálogo proactivo en todos los niveles de la empresa. Nuestro objetivo es mejorar día a día la organización de seguridad y salud en el trabajo.
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Como empresa familiar y proveedor logístico internacional, Rhenus asume su responsabilidad social con la máxima seriedad. Queremos ofrecer a todos nuestros empleados un entorno de trabajo seguro y saludable, manteniendo al mismo tiempo la flexibilidad necesaria para actuar con rapidez ante cualquier situación económica.
En línea con el Objetivo 8, Rhenus prioriza el bienestar de sus empleados mediante diversos beneficios: comedores, salas sociales, cocinas, bicicletas corporativas, subvenciones para transporte público y acceso a gimnasios o actividades deportivas en muchos de nuestros centros. Nuestro propósito es ampliar estas ventajas al mayor número posible de instalaciones.
Cumplimos con todas las normativas legales en los países donde operamos, incluyendo salario mínimo, jornada laboral, salud y seguridad en el trabajo, entre otras.
We collaborate with research institutions and start-ups and are involved in scientific projects to build resilient infrastructure, improve inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation. Our goal is to create safer and more efficient logistics as well as improved infrastructure worldwide.
Our innovative initiatives, including RHEGREEN, the Transport Mode Optimizer, EcotransIT, investments in sustainable aviation fuel and hydrogen-powered barges, demonstrate our commitment to developing and scaling lower-carbon logistics solutions. Along with partnerships with companies such as Shell, MAN, Bosch, TSR and the ELISA project, these measures exemplify our progress toward SDG 9.
