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Scan Global Logistics earns gold medal from EcoVadis for sustainability performance

04 Sep, 2024

Achieving the EcoVadis gold medal for our sustainability performance places us in the top 5 % globally among companies across industries.

From October 1 to October 7, 2024, many factories and companies in China will be closed or operating at reduced capacity due to the National Holiday. To avoid any potential disruptions to your supply chain, we strongly recommend planning and securing your bookings well in advance. 

Additional holidays in China

  • September 15 to 17 – Mid-Autumn Festival

Additional holidays in Hong Kong and Taiwan 

Please also take note of the following holidays in Hong Kong and Taiwan: 

Hong Kong 

  • September 18 - Mid-Autumn Festival
  • October 1 - National Day 
  • October 11 - Chung Yeung Festival 

Taiwan 

  • September 17 - Mid-Autumn Festival  
  • October 10 - National Day (Double Ten Day)

  

As these holidays affect production, warehouse operations, and transportation, it’s important to consider them when planning your supply chain activities.  

Rest assured, we are here to support you during this busy time and ensure that your goods reach their destination on schedule. We strongly suggest placing your bookings at least 14 days before your expected departure to ensure your supply chain stays intact. 

Here are the cut-off times and emergency contacts in China.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to your local SGL contact.

The success of this rating reflects the extensive ESG efforts undertaken by our dedicated colleagues across multiple areas over the years. It serves as a valuable snapshot of our progress on our ongoing sustainability journey. 

This year marks our third consecutive participation, and we are thrilled to have achieved our highest score to date, with a score of 74.  

We are committed to our sustainability efforts by focusing on tangible actions that support CO2 reductions. We already offer our customers low-carbon logistics services such as the opportunity to immediately reduce their CO2 emissions by switching to biofuels. 

 

About EcoVadis 

EcoVadis is a global leader in business sustainability assessments. The ratings are based on international sustainability standards, such as the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact, the International Labour Organization (ILO) conventions, the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards, and the ISO 26000 standard. The ratings provide an evidence-based analysis of performance and an actionable roadmap for continuous improvement. 

The EcoVadis assessment evaluates 21 sustainability criteria across four core themes: 

  • Environment 
  • Labor & Human Rights 
  • Ethics 
  • Sustainable Procurement 

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Martin Andersen

Global Head of Sustainability & ESG

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