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GLS Netherlands recognizes its responsibilities towards the environment, its employees and society. Through our ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) approach, we work on topics that are relevant to our business operations and stakeholders.
GLS is committed to responsible growth, guided by Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles. These principles drive our efforts to reduce our environmental impact, support our workforce and communities and uphold transparency and ethical governance across our entire supply chain. We focus on the reduction of carbon emissions, creating an inclusive workplace and supporting local initiatives.
General Logistics Systems B.V. (“GLS BV”) publishes information about its activities, targets and progress in environmental, social and governance matters through its ESG reporting.
Want to learn more about the ESG activities of GLS Netherlands and other GLS countries? Read our ESG Report.
The environmental management system of GLS Netherlands is certified according to ISO 14001 by DEKRA. The certification confirms that the environmental management system has been established and is maintained in accordance with the requirements of the standard.
Reducing emissions requires long-term investments and operational improvements across different parts of the logistics chain.
GLS Netherlands invests in facility improvements and works together with transport partners to support the deployment of lower-emission transport solutions where operationally feasible.
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In calendar year 2025, more than 95% of the electricity used by GLS Netherlands came from renewable sources.
GLS Group calculates the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of its transport chain operations, including transport and hub activities, based on ISO 14083:2023. This internationally recognised standard provides a uniform methodology for quantifying and reporting GHG emissions from transport chains. The methodology is consistent with the Global Logistics Emissions Council (GLEC) Framework , which provides a structured approach for calculating and reporting emissions in freight and logistics.
The 2024 calculation was independently verified in 2025: GLS certifications. Verification for 2025 is in progress. The statement will be published on this page once available.
GLS B.V., of which GLS Netherlands is an affiliated entity**, has set science-based targets in line with the Science Based Targets initiative. The SBTi is an international framework that helps organisations align greenhouse gas reduction targets with the objectives of the Paris Agreement. For more information see the GLS Group website .
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**GLS B.V.’s ambitions are tracked at the consolidated Group level and do not represent individual ambitions for affiliated companies. These companies may perform above or below the ambitions while the overall Group maintains compliance with the consolidated overall Group ambition.
Our modern planning software improves operational processes and transportation procedures. Optimized route planning keeps transportation routes as short as possible. For the last mile, we use smart delivery options to ensure a successful first delivery. This helps us avoid traveling extra kilometers.
The people who work at and for GLS have different ethnic backgrounds, cultures, religions and beliefs. Appreciation, respect and understanding are important principles for the Group when dealing with employees and partners. Intensive communication with all who make the last mile for GLS when picking up and delivering parcels is an essential part of the cooperation.
The development of our employees is a crucial part of the GLS strategy, with which the Group aims to ensure long-term success for the company and its employees.
In addition, management and employees attach importance to helping people in need. Throughout Europe, GLS companies support carefully selected initiatives in their social environment.
GLS is also involved in sponsoring sports teams and activities. In some cases, these sponsorship projects are also combined with a socially engaged angle.
GLS is committed to the training and development of the next generation. Young people receive comprehensive and practice-oriented vocational training. Furthermore, the GLS Group offers its employees the opportunity to develop professionally and, if possible, to take up management positions.
Many GLS subsidiaries support various charities through national and regional activities, see below for some examples.
In Austria, our colleagues support the House Miriam of Caritas in Vienna, a refuge for women in need. Since 2018, GLS Belgium has supported the Homeless Cup, a football tournament for homeless people to help them reintegrate into society. Around 200 GLS employees participated in the Poland Business Run events, supporting amputation patients. GLS was not only a financial sponsor, but also offered free shipping services.
GLS is also involved in sponsoring sports teams and activities. In some cases, these sponsorship projects are combined with a socially engaged angle. For example, GLS Belgium sponsors the Belgian national football team the Red Devils. Staff, partners and people with disabilities are invited to every home match of the team.
GLS Germany has been a sponsor of Borussia Dortmund since July 2021, making it an official logistics partner of BVB. GLS France has been a proud partner of current French Cup winner Toulouse FC since 2022.
Padel is the fastest growing sport in Spain and now the second most practised sport in the country. GLS Spain has sponsored the World Padel Tour (WPT) since March 2019 in the Transport and Logistics category.
For all sponsorship projects, click on the button below.
Our quality standards are not limited to transport services, but are interwoven into all business systems and processes. These high requirements and the increasing complexity have led GLS to develop a quality management system in line with ISO 9001:2015. It enables GLS to guarantee seamless internal processes and stable quality with regard to our services.
European GLS-systems monitor every step in the process. Each day over 20 million registrations follow the 1,7 milllion shipped consignments. An extensive data and information management systeem is therefore essential and constitutes an important pillar in our partnership and trust. Other components of our quality control are a well organised customer service, regular customer surveys and special training programmes.