DHX-DEPENDABLE HAWAIIAN EXPRESS www.dhx.com
DIMERCO EXPRESS GROUP www.dimerco.com
that reduce waste through recycling practices, minimize environmental impact by reducing pollutants, and increase the use of environmentally acceptable materials. Since 2010, Echo has been a SmartWay partner, which helps it track emissions of carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxide, and particulate matter. The company’s emissions scores are above average and have shown consistent improvement, especially in recent years. Echo’s systems enable the company to track and report on clients’ carbon footprints, providing opportunities for effective management. Internally, Echo promotes recycling efforts, encourages the use of public transport, and implements other sustainability initiatives. NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT: Echo Global Logistics is certified under the ISO 14001: 2015 standard, indicating that its environmental management system meets rigorous international requirements.
Dimerco Express Group aligns its ESG goals with Cathay Pacific’s Corporate Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Program to cut greenhouse gas emissions from aviation. Dimerco also focuses on mode optimization and freight consolidation, developing green logistics solutions like Direct Flight and using its patented Consolidation Yield Management program to minimize fuel use and carbon emissions. The company relies heavily on green electricity, with photovoltaic installations on its warehouse roofs in Munich and Dusseldorf, saving around 11,600 tons of CO2 annually. Globally, the company implements a Reduce, Reuse, Recycle policy across 158 operating units by using electric trucks and forklifts and promoting eco-friendly practices and products. Dimerco certifications include ISO 45001 (Health & Safety), ISO 14001 (Environment) and ISO 14064-1 (GHG Emission & Removals). NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT: Dimerco was named Best Green Logistics Provider at the Asian Freight Logistics and Supply Chain Awards.
DHX-Dependable Hawaiian Express achieved carbon-neutral warehouse operations in Honolulu, Maui, Guam, Kona, Seattle, and Los Angeles (Rancho Dominguez) in 2020 through carbon offsets. The corporate headquarters, along with facilities in Honolulu, Maui, and Guam, are completely solar-powered. To enhance sustainability, DHX incorporates 2% skylights in various facilities for natural lighting and meets the California Air Resources Board’s “sparklist” requirements. The company is a SmartWay partner, with certificates for its mainland U.S., Oahu, Kona/Big Island, and Maui trucking operations. It has also upgraded lighting to lower-energy models, converted headquarters and Honolulu terminal lights to LED, and implemented timers to optimize HVAC and lighting systems’ energy use. For more than 10 years, DHX has been a certified green member of GreenWay Miles, successfully reducing facility emissions by over 75%. The company operates carbon-neutral warehouses certified by Carbon Footprint’s Global Portfolio. NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT: By updating its networking and computer server infrastructure, DHX reduced energy consumption by 33%-38%. Its Hawaii and Guam computer systems facilitate virtually paperless operations for employees and customers.
ENGLAND LOGISTICS www.englandlogistics.com
As a SmartWay partner, England Logistics’ annual submission of performance data for 2023 was recently approved by the Environmental Protection Agency, reaffirming the company’s commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions from supply chain transportation activities. England Logistics also provides eco- friendly transportation services by partnering with organizations seeking to reduce waste. The company also works to develop initiatives that reduce energy usage and promote sustainable packaging. NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT: England Logistics helps shippers select the most efficient transportation mode to reduce their supply chain’s carbon footprint on a global scale.
ECHO GLOBAL LOGISTICS www.echo.com
Echo Global Logistics collaborates with shipper and carrier partners to implement procedures
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ESTES EXPRESS LINES www.estes-express.com
Estes deploys technological innovations— including route-planning software and engine-efficiency boosting solutions—to reduce
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