As a responsible company, we attach great importance to sustainability and environmental protection. At a time when ecological challenges are becoming increasingly urgent, we see it as our duty to develop and implement future-oriented solutions that are not only economically but also ecologically sensible.
Our commitment to sustainability is therefore evident in all areas of our company: from the selection of environmentally friendly products and suppliers to energy-efficient logistics processes and responsible waste management. We focus on innovation and efficiency in order to minimize our ecological footprint while ensuring the highest quality standards. A particular focus is on compliance with labor and human rights along our supply chain. We only work with partners who, like us, are aware of their responsibility towards their employees and society.
Our sustainable strategy is based on three core principles:
- Ecological responsibility
- Economic efficiency
- Social justice
Find out more about our latest progress and initiatives in the area of sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) below.
On January 1, 2024, the BLÄSSINGER GROUP published the sustainability report for the 2022/2023 financial year. This sustainability report transparently presents the efforts, progress and goals with regard to sustainable development.
As a third-generation family business, sustainable development is very important to us. We owe our successful development not least to our employees. It is therefore in our self-image to not only focus on economic factors, but also to take social aspects to heart and to continuously develop the BLÄSSINGER GROUP in harmony with social and ecological factors. The focus is not only on our organization.
As a technical wholesales company, one of the focal points of our activities is procurement, which means that the issue of sustainability along the supply chain has increasingly come into focus. We are aware of our organization's responsibility and would like to take this opportunity to disclose our efforts, progress and goals with regard to sustainable development.
» Download sustainability report for the 2022/2023 financial year
Josef Blässinger GmbH + Co KG has renewed its sustainability rating from the independent ESG agency EcoVadis and, as in the previous year, has been awarded the bronze medal. With 63 out of 100 points, Josef Blässinger GmbH + Co KG now ranks among the top 35 percent of companies rated by EcoVadis.
The company assessment by EcoVadis is based on four subject areas:
- Environment
- Labor and human rights
- Ethics
- Sustainable procurement
The methodology includes analysis of policies, measures and published reporting by a team of international experts. For reliable ratings, company-specific data – including supporting documents and 360° Watch results - is reviewed, taking into account industry, company size and geographical location.
The award of the bronze medal demonstrates the efforts of Josef Blässinger GmbH + Co KG to continuously improve all processes from an ESG (environmental, social, governance) perspective and to ambitiously promote a transparent, environmentally and socially sustainable supply chain.
For GLS, sustainable parcel shipping is part of its daily business – accompanied by further future-oriented measures for environmental protection. Responsibility for climate protection is becoming increasingly important. With Klima Protect, GLS is setting further standards.
The CO2 emissions caused by GLS parcel transportation are offset by certified projects.
The BLÄSSINGER GROUP ensures the climate-neutral transportation of products with parcel shipping via GLS and will continue to work intensively to achieve the high environmental targets and reduce the ecological footprint.
At the SKF Group's distributor congress in Brussels at the beginning of June under the motto "Collaborate for Growth", interesting and imaginative presentations were on the agenda in addition to personal meetings and networking, including the further improvement of cooperation and the joint mastering of new challenges.
The introduction of a sustainability strategy in wholesale was the topic of an informative interview with Stipe Zlatar and Till Blässinger.
Have we aroused your interest and do you require further information on sustainability?
Then we look forward to you contacting us by e-mail at nachhaltigkeit[at]blaessinger.com