Van Moer Logistics is the proud winner of an EHS Innovation Excellence Awards EMEA. These Awards are presented by Verdantix, a renowned research company and forerunner in the field of innovation with global impact. Annually, these Awards distinguish outstanding innovative digital solutions in the areas of EHS, ESG, sustainability and operations. Winners range from multinational giants to pioneering start-ups and individuals who are creating a positive impact, helping create a new standard and inspiring others to follow their lead.
Van Moer Logistics won in the Safety Performance Improvement category with their Forklift Safety solution, which digitises the tasks performed by forklifts and this resulted in reduced energy consumption, lower CO2 emissions and a remarkable 70% drop in unsafe and non-ecological driving behaviour. According to David Metcalfe, CEO of Verdantix, this puts Van Moer Logistics among the true industry leaders driving meaningful change in safety and sustainability with visionary initiatives powered by pioneering technology.
Van Moer Logistics is an integrated logistics service provider providing tailor-made solutions in transport, distribution, warehousing, intermodal logistics and tank container logistics. Its focus on sustainable partner relations and an ear for customer needs allowed the company to grow from 2 trucks in 1990 to a reputable group with 40 locations in Belgium and Germany. "Sustainability and innovation are ingrained in the DNA of the company" says Jo Van Moer, founder and CEO of Moer Logistics "We were convinced that these technologies would have an efficient and positive impact on the safety of our employees.
The Awards ceremony took place on 6 June at Stamford Bridge stadium in London, as part of the Verdantix EHS EMEA Summit.
