OUR SUPPLY CHAIN logistics know that the most environmentally friendly mode of transport is nearly always also the most cost effective. Furthermore, the most carbon efficient mode of transport for us also reduces risks from a health and safety perspective. At INEOS we focus on driving down both the cost and the environmental impact of transportation, while maintaining our high quality and safety standards.
The most efficient means of transporting commodity chemicals is to avoid transportation in the first place. Where we can, INEOS will negotiate product “swaps” with other production units of the same commodity closer to a customer to avoid transportation altogether. This can be between our own sites or other suppliers. If this is not possible the next best option is via a pipeline.
Our businesses generally encourage customers to co-locate on the same industrial site or at locations that are connected. This approach means that we can deliver product directly via pipeline. Our next preferred option is to use a ship or barge, then rail and finally road. As part of our work with our transport providers we also strongly advocate training for drivers on fuel-efficient driving.
Cross-business supply chain network
Through our cross-business supply chain network, managers meet regularly to share best practice including how to make the most of low carbon logistics. In addition, all our suppliers are required, through our contractual arrangement with them, to be most efficient in providing a service on our behalf. With large tenders we aim to leverage the size of the contract to drive further fuel and cost efficiencies. This mindset together with efficient transport planning helps us to maintain safety, drive cost down and improve carbon savings across our supply chain.