SSO Logistics takes major step on road to carbon neutral

Haydock and St Helens-based SSO Logistics is working to become carbon neutral by tracking its carbon footprint and reducing the environmental impact of its operation.

The company said it is following in the footsteps of the Wolverhampton-based Pallet-Track network. SSPO is a shareholder member of Pallet-Track, which has also achieved the accreditation.

Peter Draper, SSO Logistics chief executive, said: “We’re proud to receive this certification, which highlights SSO’s commitment to the environment and our efforts to actively reduce our carbon emissions.

“We recognise the growing impact of climate change on our industry and the communities we serve. Becoming certified provides a transparent, measurable way to track and reduce our carbon footprint.

“It also aligns with our long-term sustainability goals and reinforces our dedication to operating ethically and efficiently.”

SSO partnered with carbon reduction specialists Eight Versa, a consultancy specialising in the quantification of environmental performance, to develop a roadmap to help it achieve its sustainability goals.

Eight Versa calculated the company’s emissions in 2024 at 6,449.3 tCO2e. This covered scope 1, 2 and 3 categories of capital goods, mobile combustion and purchased goods and services.

SSO now has a plan to make changes both in the short and long-term. It has immediately looked to improve energy efficiency, reduce waste, optimise travel, and provide training to embed sustainability into day-to-day operations.

Over the coming years, SSO also plans to transition to renewable or low-carbon energy sources where possible, offset residual emissions and embed sustainability into procurement and partnerships.

Draper added: “We view carbon certification as the start of a long-term journey, not a one-off exercise. Our goal is to integrate sustainability into every aspect of how we operate and to collaborate with customers, partners, and suppliers to reduce our shared environmental impact.

“We are committed to transparency, continuous improvement, and delivering services that are not only high quality but also responsible and future focused.”

Stuart Godman, Pallet-Track chief executive welcomed SSO’s accreditation. He said: “Sustainability is a key focus for us here at Pallet-Track and we are pleased that it is equally important to our Shareholder Member SSO Logistics.

“It shows their ongoing commitment to the environment and we’re glad to continue working together, not only to provide best in class pallet distribution, but also to become carbon neutral.”