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Transport Equipment Manufacturing
GB
updated 18 days ago

XDG Limited Sustainability Profile

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XDG Limited, a prominent player in the aerospace and defence industry, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in the early 20th century, the company has established itself as a leader in advanced engineering solutions, particularly in the design and manufacture of high-performance components for aircraft and defence systems. With a strong operational presence across Europe and North America, XDG Limited is renowned for its innovative products, including cutting-edge landing gear systems and hydraulic components. These offerings are distinguished by their reliability and precision, catering to the stringent demands of the aerospace sector. Over the years, XDG Limited has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its market position through strategic partnerships and a commitment to quality. The company continues to push the boundaries of technology, ensuring it remains at the forefront of the industry.

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94

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Transport Equipment 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.

22

Industry Benchmark

XDG Limited's score of 94 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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XDG Limited's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Smiths Group plc

XDG Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. However, the company is part of a corporate family relationship with Smiths Group plc, from which it inherits climate-related initiatives and commitments. As a current subsidiary of Smiths Group plc, XDG Limited aligns with the sustainability goals set by its parent company. Smiths Group plc has established various climate initiatives, including Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) commitments and participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). These initiatives aim to drive significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions across their operations. While XDG Limited has not set its own reduction targets or made specific climate pledges, it benefits from the overarching sustainability framework provided by Smiths Group plc. This includes a commitment to reducing emissions in line with industry standards and best practices. In summary, while XDG Limited does not have specific emissions data or reduction targets, it is positioned within a corporate structure that prioritises climate action and sustainability through its relationship with Smiths Group plc.

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Scope 1
15,169,000
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Scope 2
62,072,000
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00,000,000
Scope 3
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is XDG Limited's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. XDG Limited's primary industry is Other transport equipment (35), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is XDG Limited's Location?

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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 XDG Limited is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

XDG Limited's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

XDG Limited's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 7% last year and increased by approximately 4% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 55% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2025
Purchased Goods and Services
55%
Use of Sold Products
29%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
7%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
Employee Commuting
2%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

XDG Limited'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.

XDG Limited 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
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