1. Our Commitment
SpeedLink Transport Limited recognises that its activities have an impact on the environment and that businesses operating within the transport and logistics sector have a particular responsibility to seek practical ways of reducing that impact.
We are committed to conducting our operations responsibly, complying with applicable environmental legislation and continually seeking proportionate opportunities to improve our environmental performance.
Our approach is based upon practical environmental responsibility rather than unsupported environmental claims.
We aim to:
- use resources responsibly;
- minimise unnecessary journeys and transport movements;
- improve transport and route efficiency;
- reduce waste;
- encourage recycling and responsible disposal;
- minimise unnecessary paper and packaging;
- work with environmentally responsible suppliers where practical;
- monitor opportunities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions;
- support appropriate environmental and reforestation initiatives; and
- continually review how our business can operate in a more sustainable manner.
Environmental responsibility forms part of SpeedLink's wider commitment to responsible and ethical business practice.
2. About SpeedLink Transport Limited
SpeedLink Transport Limited is a UK-based specialist transport and logistics company providing domestic and international courier, logistics and repatriation services.
Our operations involve the movement of shipments by road, air and other transport networks and may involve third-party carriers, airlines, transport companies, overseas agents, customs providers and logistics partners.
We recognise that transportation inevitably consumes resources and generates greenhouse gas emissions.
Our environmental objective is therefore not to make unrealistic claims that transportation can operate without environmental impact, but to identify areas in which that impact can reasonably be reduced, managed or mitigated.
3. Scope of this Policy
This policy applies to the operations of SpeedLink Transport Limited and provides guidance for employees, contractors and others acting on behalf of the company.
Where reasonably possible, we also encourage suppliers, transport providers and other business partners to consider responsible environmental practices within their own operations.
The policy applies to environmental matters including:
- transport and vehicle use;
- greenhouse gas emissions;
- energy consumption;
- waste;
- packaging;
- recycling;
- paper consumption;
- procurement;
- water and other resources;
- pollution prevention;
- supplier selection; and
- environmental initiatives supported by the company.
4. Environmental Compliance
SpeedLink seeks to comply with all environmental legislation and regulatory requirements applicable to its activities.
We will seek to ensure that:
- business waste is handled and disposed of responsibly;
- appropriate waste contractors are used;
- relevant waste documentation is maintained where required;
- hazardous materials, where encountered, are handled appropriately;
- employees understand their responsibility not to cause environmental harm;
- vehicle and transport operations comply with relevant environmental requirements; and
- significant changes to environmental legislation affecting our business are considered as part of our policy review process.
Where SpeedLink operates internationally, we expect our partners and suppliers to comply with the applicable environmental requirements of the countries in which they operate.
5. Transport and Carbon Emissions
Transportation represents one of the most significant potential sources of environmental impact within our business.
SpeedLink therefore seeks to minimise avoidable emissions through sensible operational planning.
Where practical, we will consider measures including:
- selecting efficient transport routes;
- consolidating compatible shipments;
- reducing unnecessary vehicle movements;
- avoiding unnecessary empty mileage;
- using appropriately sized vehicles for the work being performed;
- considering lower-emission transport options where commercially and operationally viable;
- using scheduled services where these provide an efficient alternative to dedicated transportation;
- encouraging effective journey planning;
- using technology to improve dispatch and routing efficiency; and
- reviewing the environmental performance of transport methods as technology develops.
We recognise that some SpeedLink services, particularly urgent and time-critical transportation, may necessarily require dedicated movements or air transport.
Our approach is therefore to reduce unnecessary environmental impact without compromising legal compliance, shipment security, safety or the level of service required by our customers.
6. Shipment Consolidation
Where the nature of a service permits, SpeedLink considers shipment consolidation an important means of improving transport efficiency.
Combining compatible shipments into scheduled movements can reduce the number of individual journeys required and improve utilisation of available transport capacity.
SpeedLink will therefore continue to develop scheduled and consolidated services where they provide an appropriate balance of:
- customer service;
- security;
- regulatory compliance;
- transit time;
- cost efficiency; and
- environmental efficiency.
This principle is particularly relevant to services where individual shipments do not require dedicated immediate transportation.
7. Energy and Resource Efficiency
SpeedLink seeks to use energy and other resources responsibly within its offices and operational facilities.
Practical measures may include:
- switching off lighting and equipment when not required;
- using energy-efficient lighting and equipment when replacing existing items;
- reducing unnecessary heating and cooling;
- maintaining equipment appropriately;
- avoiding unnecessary consumption of electricity;
- making effective use of digital communications;
- reducing unnecessary printing;
- reducing unnecessary water consumption; and
- considering environmental performance when purchasing new equipment.
Employees are encouraged to identify practical opportunities to reduce resource consumption within their areas of work.
8. Waste and Recycling
SpeedLink is committed to managing waste responsibly and reducing the amount of material unnecessarily sent for disposal.
Our approach follows the general principles of:
Reduce – Reuse – Recycle – Recover – Dispose responsibly.
Where practical, SpeedLink will:
- minimise the amount of waste created;
- reuse suitable materials;
- separate recyclable materials from general waste;
- provide appropriate recycling arrangements at our premises;
- use authorised waste contractors where required;
- dispose of electrical and electronic equipment responsibly;
- dispose of confidential documents through appropriate secure recycling arrangements;
- reduce reliance on single-use products; and
- regularly review opportunities to improve waste management.
Employees are expected to make reasonable use of recycling facilities provided by the company.
9. Packaging
Packaging is necessary within the transport industry to protect shipments and ensure that goods can be transported safely.
SpeedLink will nevertheless seek to avoid unnecessary or excessive packaging.
Where appropriate, we aim to:
- use packaging proportionate to the size and nature of the shipment;
- reuse suitable packaging materials where safe and appropriate;
- favour recyclable packaging materials where practical;
- minimise unnecessary plastic;
- reduce excessive void-fill material;
- source packaging responsibly;
- encourage customers and suppliers to use appropriately sized packaging; and
- review new packaging materials and solutions as they become commercially available.
Shipment security, safety and regulatory requirements will always take priority where specialist packaging is required.
10. Paper and Digital Working
SpeedLink supports the use of digital technology to reduce unnecessary paper consumption.
Where appropriate, we encourage the use of:
- electronic quotations;
- electronic invoices;
- digital shipment records;
- electronic customer communications;
- electronic tracking information;
- digital proof of delivery;
- electronic document storage; and
- electronic signatures and approvals.
Documents should only be printed where there is a legitimate operational, legal, regulatory or customer requirement.
Where printing is necessary, employees are encouraged to avoid unnecessary copies and use paper responsibly.
11. Procurement and Suppliers
SpeedLink recognises that part of its environmental impact occurs indirectly through its supply chain.
When commercially practical and proportionate, environmental considerations may therefore form part of our supplier and purchasing decisions.
Factors we may consider include:
- environmental policies and credentials;
- transport efficiency;
- packaging practices;
- waste management;
- energy efficiency;
- proximity to the required service;
- use of lower-emission vehicles or technologies;
- responsible sourcing; and
- demonstrated commitment to environmental improvement.
Environmental considerations will be balanced with other legitimate requirements including safety, security, service quality, regulatory compliance, availability and commercial viability.
We do not expect smaller suppliers to maintain complex environmental management systems where these would be disproportionate to their activities.
12. Reforestation and Environmental Initiatives
SpeedLink recognises that reducing environmental impact within our own operations should be supported by wider positive environmental action.
As part of this commitment, SpeedLink supports reforestation initiatives intended to contribute towards the restoration and protection of natural environments.
We view reforestation as one element of a broader environmental strategy rather than as a substitute for reducing avoidable emissions within our own operations.
Where SpeedLink supports tree planting or reforestation projects, we will seek to work with credible organisations and favour initiatives capable of demonstrating genuine environmental benefit.
We will avoid making misleading claims regarding the environmental effect of such initiatives.
In particular, participation in tree planting or reforestation programmes will not automatically be described as making SpeedLink, an individual shipment or a particular service "carbon neutral" unless such a claim can be appropriately substantiated.
Our priority remains:
Reduce environmental impact where reasonably possible first, and support positive environmental initiatives alongside those reductions.
13. Greenhouse Gas Measurement
SpeedLink recognises the value of improving its understanding of greenhouse gas emissions associated with its activities.
As the business develops, we will consider proportionate methods of monitoring relevant emissions and activity data.
This may include data relating to:
- company-controlled vehicles;
- purchased electricity;
- business travel;
- air transportation;
- subcontracted road transportation;
- mileage;
- fuel consumption; and
- other significant areas of activity.
Where greenhouse gas calculations are undertaken, SpeedLink will seek to use recognised and appropriate methodologies and conversion factors.
Our objective is to improve the quality of environmental information available to management and identify areas where meaningful improvements can be made.
14. International Transport Partners
SpeedLink operates through an international network of carriers, airlines, agents and other transport organisations.
We recognise that we do not have direct operational control over every element of this international supply chain.
Nevertheless, where reasonable and commercially practical, we will seek to work with reputable organisations that demonstrate responsible approaches to environmental management.
We may consider factors such as:
- modern and efficient vehicle fleets;
- aircraft and transport utilisation;
- consolidation capabilities;
- environmental policies;
- emissions-reduction initiatives;
- waste management practices; and
- investment in cleaner technologies.
We recognise that environmental performance is one of several factors that must be considered when selecting an international transport partner.
Safety, security, regulatory compliance and operational reliability remain essential requirements.
15. Pollution Prevention
SpeedLink seeks to minimise the risk of pollution arising from its activities.
Employees and contractors should take reasonable precautions to prevent:
- fuel or oil spills;
- inappropriate disposal of chemicals;
- contamination of land or water;
- uncontrolled disposal of waste; and
- other activities capable of causing environmental harm.
Any significant spill, pollution incident or environmental concern relating to SpeedLink's operations should be reported to management as soon as reasonably possible.
Appropriate action should then be taken to contain the issue, prevent further harm and comply with any applicable reporting requirements.
16. Employee Responsibilities
All employees have a role to play in supporting SpeedLink's environmental objectives.
Employees are encouraged to:
- avoid unnecessary waste;
- recycle appropriately;
- conserve energy;
- reduce unnecessary printing;
- use company resources responsibly;
- plan journeys efficiently;
- report environmental concerns;
- avoid pollution; and
- suggest practical opportunities for environmental improvement.
Managers should encourage environmentally responsible behaviour within their areas of responsibility.
17. Environmental Awareness
SpeedLink will seek to maintain appropriate awareness of environmental responsibilities amongst relevant employees.
This may include information relating to:
- waste and recycling;
- energy efficiency;
- responsible driving and journey planning;
- packaging;
- pollution prevention;
- environmental legislation;
- procurement; and
- the company's wider environmental objectives.
The level of formal training provided will be proportionate to an individual's role and the environmental risks associated with their work.
18. Our Customers
SpeedLink recognises that many customers are increasingly interested in the environmental impact of the services they purchase.
Where practical, we will seek to provide customers with environmentally responsible options without compromising shipment safety, security or regulatory compliance.
Where scheduled or consolidated services provide a viable alternative to individually dedicated transportation, these may offer both economic and environmental advantages.
We will seek to describe the environmental characteristics of our services accurately and avoid exaggerated or misleading environmental claims.
19. Environmental Objectives
SpeedLink's environmental priorities include:
- reducing unnecessary transport mileage;
- improving vehicle and shipment utilisation;
- expanding appropriate consolidated transport services;
- reducing unnecessary paper consumption;
- improving recycling;
- reducing unnecessary packaging;
- encouraging responsible procurement;
- improving our understanding of greenhouse gas emissions;
- supporting credible environmental and reforestation initiatives; and
- continually identifying practical improvements.
Specific targets may be introduced where reliable baseline data is available and where meaningful measurement can be achieved.
We believe that environmental targets should be realistic, measurable and capable of demonstrating genuine improvement.
20. Monitoring and Continuous Improvement
SpeedLink recognises that environmental management is an ongoing process.
Our environmental performance and this policy will therefore be periodically reviewed.
Reviews may consider:
- changes in environmental legislation;
- fuel and energy consumption;
- transport mileage;
- shipment consolidation;
- waste volumes;
- recycling arrangements;
- packaging consumption;
- developments in lower-emission transport technology;
- environmental performance of significant suppliers;
- greenhouse gas information;
- progress of supported environmental initiatives; and
- opportunities identified by employees, customers or suppliers.
Where practical opportunities for improvement are identified, SpeedLink will seek to incorporate them into its operations.
21. Responsibility for this Policy
The Directors of SpeedLink Transport Limited have overall responsibility for the company's environmental policy.
Managers are responsible for supporting its implementation within their areas of responsibility.
Employees, contractors and other persons working on behalf of SpeedLink are expected to support the principles contained within this policy and report significant environmental concerns.
Environmental responsibility is considered a shared responsibility throughout the organisation.
22. Our Continuing Commitment
SpeedLink Transport Limited recognises that the transport and logistics industry has an unavoidable environmental footprint.
Our responsibility is to continually seek sensible and practical ways of reducing that impact.
We are committed to balancing:
- environmental responsibility;
- customer requirements;
- shipment safety and security;
- regulatory compliance;
- service reliability; and
- commercial sustainability.
We will continue to review our operations, adopt practical improvements and support credible environmental initiatives as the company develops.
Our aim is simple:
To provide reliable global transport services while continually working to reduce the environmental impact of delivering them.
23. Approval
This Environmental & Sustainability Policy has been approved by the Board of Directors of SpeedLink Transport Limited.
David McMillen
Managing Director
SpeedLink Transport Limited
Date: January 1, 2026