Saf-Holland GmbH, headquartered in Germany, is a leading global manufacturer in the commercial vehicle and trailer industry. Founded in 1950, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia, specialising in innovative solutions for the transportation sector. The company’s core offerings include high-quality axle and suspension systems, fifth wheels, and coupling devices, which are renowned for their durability and performance. Saf-Holland's commitment to engineering excellence and customer-centric design has positioned it as a trusted partner for OEMs and fleet operators alike. With a focus on sustainability and technological advancement, Saf-Holland has achieved significant milestones, including numerous patents and industry awards, solidifying its reputation as a market leader in the commercial vehicle components sector.
How does Saf Holland'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.
Mean score of companies in the Land Transportation 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.
Saf Holland's score of 13 is lower than 59% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, SAF-Holland reported total carbon emissions of approximately 36,217,000 kg CO2e globally, comprising 9,290,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 26,927,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. For its operations in Uganda, the company emitted about 5,934,000 kg CO2e, with 537,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 5,396,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. SAF-Holland has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 10% decrease in total emissions across all operations from 2024 to 2027. This commitment applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, reflecting the company's proactive approach to climate action. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that SAF-Holland SE independently reports its emissions and climate initiatives. The company continues to focus on enhancing sustainability practices within its operations, aligning with industry standards for climate responsibility.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 11,701,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 281,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
Saf Holland 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.

