Van Oordt is a company that pays close attention to our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). What effects have our activities on the world around us? Ideally we want to strike a balance between financial security and future-proofing our company, on ecological quality and the well-being of our employees and the world around us. Van Oordt is simultaneously a purchaser, manufacturer, distributor and an employer. Within each roll we try to contribute to a durable society. In a way that fits: involved but no-nonsense. With clear goals and a honest evaluation. So what does this mean in a practical sense? At Van Oordt we target areas where we will have the greatest impact. There are 4 pillars on which we base our activities.

1. Chain integration, raw materials & packaging
2. Energy, water, waste & CO₂ emissions
3. Transport & logistics optimization
4. Personnel & organisation

 

Chain integration, raw materials & packaging
This centres on our roll as purchaser. It is important to build long-term relationships with suppliers and to commit to sustainable solutions. We also pay attention to the CSR of our partners. In regard to materials, we are currently developing the use of biodegradable packaging, and use recycled paper and boxes wherever possible. Currently 80% of cartons purchased are from recycled materials. Furthermore, Van Oordt is working on a wide range of biological and Fair-Trade products. Organic & Fairtrade sugar has been part of our standard assortment for 3 years. Thanks to our partnership with Fair Trade Original, Van Oordt has introduced the first complete range of Fairtrade spreads in the foodservice industry. And we have more planned – organic apple sauces and Fairtrade coffee supplies for instance.

Energy, water, waste & CO₂ emissions
As a manufacturer, we are committed to treating the environment responsibly. We monitor our energy use via an energy scan and make improvements where necessary. We are currently making the transition to LED lighting to reduce energy consumption, and warm air (released during production), is recycled. We strive to reduce waste and therefore monitor it on a regular basis, and we also perform waste separation. In our printing office we use only water-based ink, without solvent.

Transport & logistics optimization
Logistics plays an important part in our roll as distributor. We therefore work closely with a local logistical forwarder to realise reduced fuel consumption, increased load, more stops during transportation and so on.

 

Personnel & Organisation
Both the company and its employees are committed to making a difference and behaving responsibly, particularly when it comes to durability. Everything from large-scale organisation to smaller initiatives is significant. Subsequently, our IT department collects the ink cartridges, our Marketing Department monitors the use of FCS paper concerning laminate, and our Graphic Department regenerates the solvents used in the development of Flexo printing plates. In a broader sense, we strive to create an enjoyable working place for our employees, and to support them in their own development.