Choosing A Greener Road: Our Commitment To Sustainable Transport

Wednesday 26 November marked the United Nation’s World Sustainable Transport Day.

Transport is vital for modern society. It is essential for connectivity, trade, economic growth, and employment. Yet, we also know that this same system is a significant source of greenhouse gas emissions.

Resolving this trade-off is key to achieving truly sustainable transport and, through that, broader sustainable development.

As a transport company, we rely heavily on roads and vehicles, which means we have a responsibility to build a greener, more sustainable future. That is why we have introduced a dedicated improvement programme and are committed to making changes to our operations that will minimise our environmental footprint while still delivering the reliable, high-quality service our customers expect from us.

How We’re Driving Real Environmental Change

Our commitment to sustainability isn’t just a promise, it’s an investment. Here are the key ways we are putting our resources and effort into reducing our impact:

• Modern Fleet: We’ve made significant investments in Euro VI vehicles. These are currently the cleanest heavy vehicles on the road, dramatically cutting down on harmful emissions.
• Eco-Driving Technology: We invest in technology that promotes eco-driving across our fleet. This isn’t just about saving fuel; it’s about making every journey as efficient and low-impact as possible.
• Driving Training: We are continuing to up-skill our driver workforce in sustainable driving practices
• Certifications: We hold ourselves to the highest standards, demonstrated by key certifications like ISO 14001 (for environmental management), EcoVadis, and the FTAI Trucksafe Green & Gold Standards.
• Significant Fleet Upgrades: We are committed to upgrading our fleet to ensure our vehicles are modern, efficient, and never running past their optimal environmental performance age.
• Transparent Tracking: If you can’t measure it, you can’t improve it. We measure and report real carbon data, providing full transparency on our environmental performance

Commitment to Continuous Improvement

We are actively building a culture of continuous improvement within our company. In an industry where “greenwashing” is prevalent and environmental claims can be disingenuous, Perennial Freight takes an active and honest approach, focusing on making real, systemic changes that truly make a difference.

Our strategy is clear and focused on real actions delivering real results. It goes far beyond a sticker on a cab – it is built into our operations every single day. We believe this approach is the best way to reduce emissions and promote a sustainable future for our industry and the planet.