We understand that our business is intrinsically linked to the well-being of the planet. To fulfill our purpose of making it simpler to live work and do business anywhere in the world, we acknowledge the consequences of our business activities and strive to minimise negative impacts while fostering beneficial outcomes for society. We want to be a good company and achieve our purpose responsibly.
In a world where the impacts of climate change touches the lives of almost everyone, sustainability is no longer a choice but a strategic priority for the long-term success and resilience of our business, our people, and the customers and communities which we serve. It’s just the right thing to do, we not only strive to provide the highest levels of service but do so with values that mirror our customers and colleagues, be the right choice.
Our Sustainability Framework focuses on three core pillars: Climate and Environment, People and Business and Partners and Community. These pillars represent the areas where we can meaningfully contribute to a sustainable future.
Our Climate and Environment pillar addresses the significant threat of climate change. The increasing frequency of severe weather events serves as a stark reminder of the consequences associated with continued reliance on fossil fuels and ongoing carbon emissions. Our industry has a critical role to play. We are committed to reducing our absolute emissions on a path to net zero by 2040 as well as eliminating waste across our value chain.
Crown’s commitment to People and Business underscores our value that our people are at the heart of our business by fostering a safe, inclusive, and socially responsible workplace, we not only enhance our business operations but also contribute to a healthier society.
The Partners and Community pillar reflects our commitment to building strong relationships with our partners and engaging with local communities. By collaborating and working together, we can have more impact and invest in the areas that mean something to our people and local communities.
By achieving the objectives outlined in these pillars, our aim goes beyond fulfilling obligations; we seek to inspire positive transformation within the transport industry both locally and globally.
As part of our commitment to society, our people and the environment, Crown Worldwide New Zealand completes a thorough assessment of our business sustainability practices every year through EcoVadis, the global standard for business sustainability ratings. The EcoVadis assessment includes 21 sustainability criteria across four core themes: Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics and Sustainable Procurement.
In our latest rating, we earned a Gold Medal with a score of 75/100, which places Crown Worldwide (NZ) Ltd in the top 5% of rated companies and top 2% in our industry globally.
Explore the story behind Crown NZ’s EcoVadis assessments:
Net Zero by 2040 target.
Creation of a Sustainable Procurement Policy.
Over 716 tonnes of CO2-e saved from the use of rail in the last 3 years.
202 hours of sustainability training in 2024.
20 hybrid/electric vehicles integrated into Crown NZ fleet.
More than 1,220m3 of furniture diverted from landfill and donated to local organisations and charities in 2024.
Achieved EcoVadis Gold placing us in the top 2% of companies in our industry.
All permanent employees are entitled to two paid volunteer days per annum.
Sustainability Steering Committee formed in 2022 to guide sustainability initiatives.
Partnered with Normative to measure and reduce carbon footprint.
UN Global Compact signatory since 2005, adhering to its principles.
41% of staff with 5+ years tenure, reflecting high job satisfaction.
Collection and removal of Crown materials for reuse.
Recognising the importance of collaboration between various countries and branches, Crown Worldwide Group actively promote knowledge sharing, transnational initiatives, and the implementation of sustainable practices globally. The understanding of unique environmental challenges faced by different regions allows us to tailor our strategies for maximum impact.
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