Sustainability at ILG
Our Commitment for Tomorrow
Sustainable logistics begins with a decision – and we at ILG Innovative Logistics Group have made that decision. For us, “green logistics” means taking responsibility and actively contributing to climate protection. Through intelligent, multimodal solutions that combine rail, road, and sea transport, we create efficient and CO₂-reduced transport chains. Sustainable logistics is a reality for us.
As a forward-looking logistics company, we are committed to environmentally friendly business development. Our goal is to combine ecological responsibility with operational efficiency—for first-class, sustainable logistics solutions.
Sustainability initiatives and corporate social responsibility (CSR) are currently being integrated into our corporate strategy step by step. We are aware that this change is an ongoing and long-term process, and that we are still in the early stages. However, we recognize our responsibility towards the environment, our customers, our partners, and future generations. By using innovative technologies, we are continuously improving our processes and reducing our environmental footprint—without compromising on efficiency or quality.
An overview of our measures:
1. Intermodalität
For greater sustainability, we rely on an intelligent mix of different modes of transport. Our transport chains combine economic efficiency with environmental responsibility—through the targeted use of sea freight, rail, and road.
Sea freight – Efficient on global routes
As the strongest channel of ILG Innovative Logistics Group GmbH (65%), sea freight offers maximum energy efficiency for large volumes and long distances. Modern shipping technologies and optimal route selection make them a central component of sustainable international supply chains.
Rail – the green alternative
Rail transport accounts for 25% of our sustainable transport mix, making a significant contribution. It impresses with low CO₂ emissions, high energy efficiency, and reliability. The connecting railway in the port of Linz is particularly important in this regard, as it provides access to the public rail network and connects different modes of transport in an environmentally friendly way.
Road transport – Flexible over any distance
With a 10% share, trucks remain a flexible element within Europe, far beyond the last mile. Through the targeted use of e-mobility, we are reducing emissions and noise pollution and creating a practical, environmentally conscious addition to rail and sea freight.
2. E-Mobility
By utilizing fully electric trucks (E-trucks), we are actively reducing our CO₂ emissions and contributing to greener logistics. These technologies are an integral part of our efforts to provide more environmentally friendly transport solutions and to lessen the impact on the environment. Additionally, we are progressively converting our employee and pool vehicles to electric propulsion to promote sustainable mobility throughout the company. Currently, 90% of all employee vehicles are fully electric. This step demonstrates our commitment to linking environmental protection with operational efficiency.
3. Optimized route planning
Through efficient route planning, we reduce empty runs, conserve resources, and strengthen the reliability of your supply chain. Our intelligent logistics concepts enable optimal vehicle utilization and ensure smooth processes along the entire transport chain. This not only reduces emissions and costs, but also increases adherence to delivery dates and flexibility. Sustainability and efficiency go hand in hand for us – for sustainable logistics.
4. Plastic-free in the office
Another step towards sustainability: we have significantly reduced the use of single-use plastic in our office. In particular, eliminating plastic water bottles was an important concern for us in order to avoid unnecessary plastic waste. With this measure, we are making a small but effective contribution to environmental protection – and at the same time promoting more conscious consumer behavior in our everyday work. For us, it is clear that sustainability starts small and thrives on daily participation.
5. Sustainable advertising materials
Our commitment to sustainability is also reflected in our choice of advertising materials. We consistently use environmentally friendly materials and production processes in order to conserve resources and avoid waste. In addition, we ensure that our advertising materials are durable and reusable, rather than being used for only a short period of time. Through this responsible approach, we actively contribute to reducing the ecological footprint of our marketing activities. We also work with partners who specialize in sustainable production and fair working conditions. This ensures that our advertising materials are not only environmentally friendly, but also produced in a socially responsible manner.
6. Carbon neutral website
Our commitment extends beyond physical measures. We are also working on digital solutions to reduce emissions. For example, our website is designed to be energy efficient, and we offset remaining emissions through partnerships with organizations that invest in CO₂ reduction projects and promote renewable energy. We collaborate with CO₂-neutral Website on this initiative: https://www.co2neutralwebsite.com/how-does-it-work
CSR and sustainability goals
We see CSR as a long-term commitment that brings not only environmental benefits but also economic advantages. To consistently implement this responsibility, we have appointed a sustainability officer who coordinates all CSR measures and ensures compliance. The focus is on developing practical solutions to minimize our environmental footprint and promote resource-efficient processes throughout the company.
As part of the international FMS Group, we would also like to refer you to our corporate website:
https://www.fms-logistics.com/en/news/article/corporate-social-responsibility-policy/
Our look into the future
For us, sustainability is not a static goal, but a continuous development process. That is why we continuously analyze and optimize our environmental measures—from the choice of our means of transport and the use of energy at our sites to innovative digital solutions that make our processes more efficient and resource-friendly.
Our goal is to continue actively contributing to the reduction of emissions in the future and to set new standards in responsible logistics. To this end, we are investing in alternative drive technologies, the expansion of intermodal transport chains, and state-of-the-art infrastructure that supports sustainable processes in the long term.
Gleichzeitig legen wir großen Wert auf partnerschaftliche Zusammenarbeit. Gemeinsam mit unseren Kunden, Lieferanten und Netzwerkpartnern entwickeln wir Lösungen, die ökologische Verantwortung mit wirtschaftlicher Leistungsfähigkeit verbinden. Denn nur durch gemeinsame Schritte lässt sich die Logistik von morgen erfolgreich und nachhaltig gestalten – für eine grünere, lebenswertere Zukunft.
