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An overview of the challenges the logistics sector must overcome to maintain sustainability and how Avena Group can help logistics companies get ahead.<\/em><\/p>\n

Like many industries, the logistics sector is passing through a perfect storm of circumstances that in combination, make sustainability almost seem an impossible task. In this blog post, we take a look at these conditions and offer a few suggestions for how Avena Group can help the sector meet them.<\/p>\n

Politics and Pandemics<\/h2>\n

Four years on from the United Kingdom\u2019s withdrawal from the European Union, the complications of Brexit still plague the sector. More complex trade regulations, more stringent customs procedures and delays at border control have impacted the smooth flow of goods between the UK and EU.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s also four years since the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted global supply chains to an almost incomprehensible scale; transportation costs, availability of shipping containers, and the availability of labour and material supply were all affected. Even now, this disruption continues to impact the sector through inventory management and delivery scheduling, while driver shortage is still an issue.<\/p>\n

In the meantime, progress continues unabated to clean up the industry in terms of carbon emissions and green energy.<\/p>\n

The Challenges (and how to face them)<\/h2>\n

Environmental Regulations<\/h3>\n

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With sustainability and other environmental issues still high on the agenda for many Western governments, logistics companies find themselves under increasing pressure to adopt greener\u00a0business practices such as carbon emission reductions and greater use of eco-friendly packaging materials.<\/p>\n

Such changes generally incur additional costs, as adjustments to operational procedures also need to be documented as proof of environmental compliance.<\/p>\n

An example of this is Wales new workplace recycling laws<\/a> coming into effect in April 2024 which states ‘it will become law for all businesses, charities and public sector organisations to sort their waste for recycling.’<\/em><\/p>\n

How can Avena help?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Each of our three secure destruction and recycling services delivers a demonstrable reduction in CO2 emissions.<\/p>\n

SECURALL<\/a> \u2013 secure destruction and recycling of paper-based data that guarantees full GDPR compliance and produces premium-quality shredded paper for recycling. Our waste management contract system reduces the carbon footprint of vehicles used to collect documents for shredding and for sending shredded waste to recycling.<\/p>\n

SECURETECH<\/a> –\u00a0 secure destruction of electronic equipment, with all recycling meeting WEEE requirements and destruction of data storage components such as hard drives in conformity with GDPR. By salvaging all recyclable components from electronic waste and safely disposing of potentially hazardous materials, we reduce the volume of waste going to landfills, protect the environment against contamination and return valuable resources to the manufacturing stream.<\/p>\n

SECUREBRAND<\/a> \u2013 secure destruction and recycling of textiles and garments. As already described, our secure workwear processing service protects not only your brand and commercial interests but also the environment. Recycling fibres into new yarns reduces the demand for virgin material, while other byproducts extend the useful life of the fibres.<\/p>\n

We can also help you create an Environmental Impact Statement to support your actions towards developing a more sustainable business model.<\/p>\n

Competition<\/h2>\n

A reasonable amount of competition is a good sign of a healthy industry, but the logistics sector is inundated with companies vying for market share. While price and service undoubtedly play key roles in determining your success in the market, sustainability is another factor that carries weight with customers; remember, they too are under the same pressure to provide a greener alternative!<\/p>\n

Branded workwear is one way in which you can differentiate your logistics company in a crowded market. A well-designed, instantly recognisable uniform for all your fleet drivers will project a professional image to reflect the professionalism of your company wherever your drivers are seen.<\/p>\n

How can Avena help?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Maintaining this smart appearance every day can be challenging with everything that life throws at the workwear, from traffic film, fuel and lubricant spillages to general wear and tear. Regularly issuing new workwear can seem wasteful, but tired and grubby uniforms will probably cost you more in terms of brand image.<\/p>\n

SECUREBRAND textile and garment destruction and recycling is your answer. By shredding workwear into individual fibres, this process removes unsightly clothing from circulation yet repurposes the fibres into new products with an extremely high percentage of the garment being reused.<\/p>\n

Advertising a policy of workwear recycling will also differentiate you in the market as a company that is smart, efficient and environmentally responsible.<\/p>\n

Regulatory Compliance<\/h2>\n

Transportation, labour, safety, data protection and waste management all demand compliance with regulations, and this requires ongoing monitoring of operations to maintain compliance while being aware of and responding to changes in legislation. Compliance often extends to the subcontractors you use.<\/p>\n

How can Avena help?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Using Avena for all your secure destruction and recycling requirements will give you peace of mind.<\/p>\n