2024 Sustainability Report

Building a Sustainable Supply Chain for a Better Future.

Woodland Group Sustainability Report 2024

Welcome to Woodland Group’s 2024 Sustainability Report. This report highlights our latest efforts to reduce our environmental footprint, support our people and communities, and maintain transparency across the business. It reflects not only our commitment to compliance, but also our drive to keep improving – year after year –so we can support our clients, partners, and team in building a more sustainable future.

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What Did Woodland Achieve in 2024?

  • Over 13% of fleet fuel use was HVO, achieving savings of 1,341 metric tonnes of CO2e
  • Trialled electric HGVs and improved MPG efficiency
  • Reaccredited with ISO14001 for 3 more years
  • Retained Gold EcoVadis rating
  • Material handling equipment <10% fossil-fuel powered
  • 90% waste diverted from landfill, 5 years ahead of goal
  • Recyclability rates doubled since 2020
  • 28% fewer new pallets purchased thanks to reuse
  • Complete carbon reporting now standard
  • EV business mileage rose from <1% to 15%
  • 42% drop in electricity-related emissions since 2022

Why Sustainability Matters to Woodland

At Woodland Group, sustainability is at the core of who we are. We’re a business with purpose – fully aware of the impact we have on communities, the industries we serve, and the planet. Since 1988, we’ve been delivering innovative logistics, e-commerce, and supply chain solutions with a strong focus on collaboration and responsibility.

Now one of the largest privately owned global logistics companies, Woodland operates across the USA, UK, Ireland, Asia, and mainland Europe. Sustainability is built into our services – from freight forwarding and fulfillment to customs consulting and digital innovation. We empower our teams and clients to make a difference through training, innovation, and tools that help cut emissions and drive real progress.

We know there’s always room to grow. That’s why we commit to improving every year – because we care, we connect, and we deliver.

What You'll Discover

  • Our Scope 1, 2 & 3 emissions breakdown and reductions
  • Investments in solar, EVs, HVO, and energy efficiency
  • Progress on gender inclusivity, wellbeing, and staff training
  • Materiality matrix insights from over 500 stakeholders
  • Social impact partnerships including Panathlon and Team Ireland

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Download the full 2024 Sustainability Report to explore all the data, stories, and insights. Whether you’re a partner, customer, or prospective collaborator, we invite you to learn more and connect with us.