Sustainability as a viable path for the future

Sustainability as a viable path for the future

Sustainability is an integral part of our corporate strategy. We combine economic success with responsibility for the environment and society. With innovative products, clear climate targets, and a strong corporate culture, we are shaping the transition to a climate-friendly and fair logistics industry.
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Sustainability at Schmitz Cargobull

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"Always looking ahead"

Interview with CEO Dr. Günter Schweitzer and Sustainability Manager Thomas Wissing de Freitas.

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Reliable transport solutions

Sustainable road freight transport and efficiency can go hand in hand. These solutions help to reduce CO2 emissions while increasing the cost-effectiveness of your fleet.
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Our Highlights

German Sustainability Award 2025

 Schmitz Cargobull received an award in the “Mobility and Logistics” category for the automotive industry – one of the most prestigious awards for sustainable companies.

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Successful emissions reduction

Scope 1 & 2: 70 % reduction compared to the base year 2021/22.

Climate targets: Validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), with the goal of net-zero emissions by 2045.

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Production innovation: Fully electric refrigerated trailer S.KOe COOL

Production-ready, type-approved refrigerated trailer for emission-free refrigerated transport.

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Expansion of renewable energies

Installation of 755 kWp at several locations, with a further 1,500 kWp in planning.

ESG topics

 At Schmitz Cargobull, we see sustainability as a strategic responsibility. The ESG principles – Environmental, Social, and Governance – are our compass:

E for climate protection, resource conservation, and circular economy
S for safe working conditions, human rights, and fair supply chains
G for integrity, transparency, and compliance
 
With ambitious goals, innovative products, and clear standards, we create added value for customers, employees, and society. Our current Sustainability Report 24/25 shows how we translate ESG into concrete measures.
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Soziale Verantwortung

Social responsibility

The future success of Schmitz Cargobull will continue to depend largely on qualified and motivated employees. An important milestone on the path to expanding our market and technology leadership is the development of new markets and business areas. To achieve this, we need highly qualified and committed specialists and managers.
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Certificates

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Schmitz Cargobull's production sites are certified according to various international ISO standards, which guarantee the highest standards in quality, environmental management, occupational safety, energy efficiency, and information security.

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News from the Sustainability section

Innovative cooling and drive technology

06.05.2025 - Tevex Logistics is adding a total of 166 new refrigerated vehicles from Schmitz Cargobull to its fleet – the first new recruits are two specialist trailers designed for emission-free refrigerated transport.
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Schmitz Cargobull and NABU gemeinsam Zeichen für Klimaschutz

11.12.2024 - Planting campaign on the noise barrier of the Schmitz Cargobull plant in Vreden.
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S.KOe COOL convinces Marine & Cargo in UK

22.10.2024 – Marine & Cargo has put the first fully electric Schmitz Cargobull S.KOe COOL semi-trailer into operation in England.
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S.KOe COOL for LC3 Lidl

13.03.2024 - Italian transport firm LC3 has set itself the goal of offering customers high-quality transport and logistics services characterised by safety, punctuality and an environmentally-conscious approach.
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Innovation meets sustainability

18.02.2025 - The new lightweight ecoCHAMP LTO reduces journeys by up to 10 percent and is also ideally suited for use with e-tractor units.
 
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German Sustainability Award 2025

29.11.2024 - Schmitz Cargobull impresses in the Mobility and Logistics category

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Schmitz Cargobull wins International Trailer Award 2025 in the Body category

17.09.2024 - All-electric S.KOe COOL refrigerated box body semi-trailer comes out on top again.
 
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Erneuerung Nachhaltigkeitssiegel 2025

Seal of approval for sustainable trailer telematics

11.02.2025 - The German Institute for Sustainability & Economy has once again honoured the Schmitz Cargobull subsidiary Cargobull Telematics GmbH in the areas of ecology, economy and social competence.
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25 EcoDuos for Furgo-Trayler

18.11.2024 - The Spanish parcel specialist Furgo-Trayler is adding 25 Schmitz Cargobull EcoDuo combinations to its fleet.
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EcoDuo pilot project in Germany

11.09.2024 - In early September, a project group made up of German and Spanish companies and led by the German Automobile Industry Association (VDA) launched a one-year pilot project using the EcoDuo vehicle combination to optimise pre-carriage and on-carriage in combined transport.
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