Public Profile

Overseas Distribution

Overseas Distribution, headquartered in Belgium, is a leading player in the logistics and supply chain industry, specialising in international freight forwarding and distribution services. Founded in 1995, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, Asia, and North America, providing tailored solutions that meet the diverse needs of its clients. With a focus on efficiency and reliability, Overseas Distribution offers a range of core services, including air and sea freight, customs clearance, and warehousing. Their commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction sets them apart in a competitive market. Recognised for their exceptional service quality, the company has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for businesses seeking seamless global distribution solutions.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Overseas Distribution'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.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Services 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Overseas Distribution's score of 29 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Overseas Distribution's reported carbon emissions

Overseas Distribution Company NV, headquartered in Belgium, has set ambitious climate commitments despite not having specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company has committed to reducing its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 42% by the year 2030, using 2022 as the baseline year. This target aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. In addition to its Scope 1 and Scope 2 targets, Overseas Distribution is also focused on measuring and reducing its Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from its value chain. The commitment reflects a proactive approach to climate action within the trading and distribution sector, demonstrating the company's dedication to sustainability and environmental responsibility.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Overseas Distribution's primary industry is Other services (93), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Overseas Distribution is in BE, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Overseas Distribution is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

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