Inbound Logistics | June 2023

NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT In the United States, Bolloré’s use of four compressed natural gas trucks, starting in late 2022, reduces CO 2 emissions by up to 87% compared to diesel fuel.

• Reduce energy usage • Sustainable packaging • Sustainably source materials • Energy-eˆcient lighting NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT In 2022, Bettaway launched PalletTrader, the first online platform for automating the sourcing, buying, and selling of pallets. The platform streamlines transactions while optimizing delivery, further reducing miles traveled and fuel used.

Averitt Express www.averitt.com

By maintaining a modern fleet that utilizes non-standard equipment, Averitt Express averaged 99.8 CO 2 grams per ton-mile in 2022 compared to the industry average of 132. Since becoming a founding member of the SmartWay program in 2004, Averitt has achieved a 38% reduction in CO 2 emissions, a 96% reduction in NOx emissions, and saved more than 6.2 million gallons of diesel fuel. The Tennessee Trucking Association recognized Averitt’s achievements with a Clean Diesel Leadership Award. GREEN INITIATIVES • Reduce greenhouse gas emissions • Use alternative fuels/energy sources • Reuse/recycling program • Reduce energy usage • Energy-eˆcient lighting NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT Averitt’s use of electric forklifts will eliminate an estimated 842,642 pounds of CO 2 emissions in 2023.

Brown Integrated Logistics www.brownintegratedlogistics.com

In 2022, Brown Integrated Logistics appointed a dedicated ESG initiative leader who has a C-level sponsor and champion. Additionally, Brown created an ESG document that highlights its sustainability philosophy, achievements, and future plans. Brown Integrated Logistics educates employees on the importance of sustainability and seeking methods to reduce its carbon footprint. The company is in the process of selecting a supplier management system to track metrics and performance. GREEN INITIATIVES

Bettaway

Bolloré Logistics www.bollore-logistics.com

• Reuse/recycling program • Energy-eˆcient lighting NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT

In 2022, EcoVadis awarded Bolloré Logistics the Platinum medal after obtaining a score of 80 out of 100. Committed to reducing scope 3 CO 2 emissions by 30% by 2030, Bolloré Logistics purchased several million liters of sustainable aviation fuel in 2023– double what it purchased in 2022–avoiding more than 37,000 tons of CO 2 emissions. Bolloré Logistics o¬ers sustainable services and options, such as SeaAlternative and AirSAF, which use low-carbon fuels and electric trucks for urban deliveries. GREEN INITIATIVES • Reduce greenhouse gas emissions • Use alternative fuels/energy sources • Reuse/recycling program

Brown Integrated Logistics participates in the GreenWay Miles program, which includes carbon audits, carbon-neutral shipping alternatives, and truck driver sustainability training.

Bettaway Supply Chain Services www.bettaway.com

Bettaway helps large CPG companies eˆciently recover, reuse, and recycle more than 2 million pallets annually. Since 2008, Bettaway has specified lightweight trucks and trailers for its 500-truck fleet, delivering improved fuel eˆciency and reduced emissions. Over the past several years, Bettaway has been upgrading its fleet with fully automatic transmissions, further improving fuel economy. In 2023, the company made its first investments in electric vehicles, adding electric yard tractors to its operation and ordering Class 8 electric trucks. GREEN INITIATIVES • Reduce greenhouse gas emissions • Use alternative fuels/energy sources • Reuse/recycling program

Brown Integrated Logistics

• Reduce energy usage • Sustainable packaging • Sustainably source materials • Solar panels • Energy-eˆcient lighting

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