Ditchcarbon
  • Contact
  1. Organizations
  2. KNDS France S. A.
Public Profile
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
FR
updated a month ago

KNDS France S. A. Sustainability Profile

Company website

KNDS France S.A., a prominent player in the defence and security industry, is headquartered in France and operates extensively across Europe. Founded in 2015, the company emerged from the merger of renowned entities, establishing itself as a leader in armoured vehicle manufacturing and military technology. Specialising in advanced land systems, KNDS offers a range of innovative products, including the Leopard 2 and Leclerc main battle tanks, which are distinguished by their cutting-edge technology and superior performance. The company is recognised for its commitment to quality and innovation, positioning itself as a key supplier to various armed forces. With a strong market presence and a focus on research and development, KNDS France S.A. continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner in the defence sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does KNDS France S. A.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

16

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

26

Industry Benchmark

KNDS France S. A.'s score of 16 is lower than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

32%

Let us know if this data was useful to you

KNDS France S. A.'s reported carbon emissions

KNDS France S. A. currently does not have available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, nor does it report specific reduction targets or initiatives. The company is a current subsidiary of KNDS France S. A., and as such, it may inherit climate commitments and data from its parent organisation. However, no specific emissions data or climate pledges have been provided from the parent company or through any industry-standard initiatives such as SBTi or CDP. As a subsidiary, KNDS France S. A. is positioned within an industry that increasingly prioritises sustainability and climate action. While specific metrics are not available, the company is likely to align with broader corporate climate strategies and commitments that may be established at the parent level. In summary, without specific emissions data or reduction targets, KNDS France S. A. is currently in a position of developing its climate commitments within the context of its corporate family relationship.

How Carbon Intensive is KNDS France S. A.'s Industry?

Very low
Low
Medium
High
Very high
Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. KNDS France S. A.'s primary industry is Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is KNDS France S. A.'s Location?

Very low
Low
Medium
High
Very high
The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for KNDS France S. A. is in FR, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

KNDS France S. A.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

KNDS France S. A. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

Compare KNDS France S. A.'s Emissions with Industry Peers

Bae Systems

GB
•
Other transport equipment (35)
Updated 16 days ago

Rheinmetall

DE
•
Motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers (34)
Updated 23 days ago

Oshkosh

US
•
Furniture; other manufactured goods n.e.c. (36)
Updated 8 days ago

Northrop Grumman

US
•
Machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29)
Updated 9 days ago

Thales

FR
•
Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31)
Updated 10 days ago

BAE Systems Integrated Defense Solutions, Inc.

US
•
Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks (33)
Updated 23 days ago

Let us know if this data was useful to you

Where does DitchCarbon data come from?

Discover our data-driven methodology for measuring corporate climate action and benchmarking against industry peers

Ditchcarbon
v251125.2
[email protected]+44 203 475 7875Ditch Carbon Ltd167-169 Great Portland StreetLondon W1W 5PF
UL Solutions verification badge
CDP logo
Gartner Cool Vendor 2025 badge
Available onAWS Marketplace logo
ProductPortalScope 3 Tool FunctionalityDataIntegrationsPricing
CustomersHaleonGrant ThorntonHikmaRead all stories
SolutionsProcurement teamsSustainability teamsPlatform ownersCarbon accountants
ResourcesCalculation MethodologyDocumentationBlogFAQOrganizationsIndustriesSBTI APITrust CentreChangelog
AboutTeamCareersLicense AgreementPrivacy