Think Green

“We seek sustainable and responsible growth, a perfect balance between profitability and commitment to the environment and society. For this, we work continuously in line with the GLS Group’s strategic line and with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). “

Responsibility and Compliance Area GLS Portugal

From social commitment to sustainable transport: our responsibility

As a sustainable delivery company, we are committed to protecting and maintaining the environment to care for present and future generations.

In 2008, we launched the ThinkGreen environmental initiative with the aim of coordinating and promoting the different sustainable activities that we carry out. Among the main objectives are the journey towards sustainable transport with the reduction of emissions derived from our activity, the responsible management of the resources we have and the optimization of waste management.

We think and act responsibly and respectfully with the environment in all areas of the company: from transport planning to the opening of ecofriendly hubs / depots.

Vehicles

GLS is increasing fuel efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Its entire vehicle fleet is being gradually converted to more environmentally-friendly models, including the vehicles belonging to its transport contractors and its own company cars, as well as electric vehicles and 100% decarbonized fuel.

Vehicles
Transportation planning

GLS uses modern, IT-based planning tools to improve operational processes and transport procedures. Transport routes are systematically minimized through optimized route planning.

Transportation planning
Constructions

Green construction for GLS: Green aspects are explicitly taken into account when building new and replacement buildings as well as extensions. Rain water harvesting and photovoltaic systems, recyclable building materials and heat pump heating are used where possible.

Constructions
Other activities

GLS is improving almost all its procedures to make them more eco-friendly, including switching to digital invoices, delivery run sheets and receipts throughout Europe. Videoconferencing is reducing the number of business trips undertaken.

Other activities

Compliance

GLS implemented in the entire group a program that aims to identify and avoid risks in terms of Compliance. In addition, it was designed to protect collaboration with business partners based on mutual trust.

Certificates

At GLS Portugal we have been certified by DEKRA in the development of our activity based on our commitment to environmental management, quality and sustainable transport. Access the Certificates page and check our accredited stamps.

ThinkSocial

As a parcel company, we work for a fair social environment. Our commitment to society is reflected in our ThinkSocial program, in which we collaborate with third parties to achieve social balance. Discover some of these actions.