At GLS*, we are committed to doing the right thing and strive to apply the highest standards in every aspect of our operations, ensuring ethical practices and responsible growth on both the local and global level. Transparency, accountability and legal compliance ensure that the trust placed in us is protected and upheld with the utmost integrity.

This page offers insights into our policies, ratings, and further key documents that reflect our dedication to responsible business practices.

In our dedication to advancing ESG initiatives, we actively engage in external certifications and ratings. We seek verification, external confirmation, and appreciate external feedback. This approach not only reinforces our commitment but also offers valuable insights from independent experts. Their assessments boost transparency and provide critical feedback, guiding us in the effective implementation of our ESG strategy.

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Carbon Disclosure Project

GLS, as part of International Distribution Services plc (IDS), once again completed the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) rating with a “B” grade (on a scale of A to D-). The CDP rating assesses companies’ progress towards environmental stewardship. The latest assessment was completed in October 2024. The answers to the questionnaire are submitted and reassessed annually.

 
CSA Sustainability Yearbook Member

S&P GLOBAL

GLS as part of IDS, has met the criteria to be featured in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2024 for Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA). This assessment evaluates various aspects of ESG across industries. Companies listed in the Yearbook must rank within the top 15% of their industry and achieve a CSA Score within 30% of their industry’s top-performing company. IDS scored in the top 10% of companies assessed, a significant accomplishment considering the increased number of companies assessed this year - 9,400, up from 7,800 in the prior year.

 
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ISO14083 - Verification Statement 2024

DEKRA Certification GmbH has verified the quantification and reporting of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from transport chain operations of General Logistics Systems B.V.. The reasonable assurance of the information provided in the GHG statement, as well as its conformity with the criteria set out in ISO14083:2023 has been confirmed. ISO 14083:2023 provides the standardised methodology for quantifying GHG emissions from transport chain operations.

The conformity was attested in Verification Report No. A23071350 and issued on 09.10.2025. The organizational scope covered all GLS subsidiaries in Europe and North America as well as the European net-work provider GLS International.

 
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EN 16258

All entities operating under the GLS trademark have gained the 🔗EN 16258 certification for the establishment and maintenance of a standardised methodology for calculating and declaring both energy consumption and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions associated with transport services. The conformity was attested with audit report no. A-21011499, certified by DEKRA . The latest certificate was received in December 2023 and will be valid until December 2026.

 
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Environmental Management System

ISO 14001

All entities operating under the GLS trademark in the EU and Serbia** have gained the ISO14001:2015 certification for their environmental management system, certified by DEKRA . The certification attests that all above-mentioned GLS entities have established and maintain an environmental management system. The conformity was attested with audit report no. A20011337. Our latest certificate was issued in September 2023 and will be valid until September 2026, including yearly surveillance audits.

 

As an internationally operating parcel service provider GLS stands for fair competition, integrity and responsibility.

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Code of Business Standards

The Code of Business Standards forms the basis of all business activities of GLS. Furthermore it shows the obligation of GLS towards its stakeholders.

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Supplier Code of Conduct

GLS expects its suppliers to respect the standards laid out in this Supplier Code of Conduct, implement them using appropriate measures and adhere to them in their business activities.

 
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Modern Slavery Act Statement

GLS is a subsidiary of IDS. As a UK company, IDS is subject to the requirements of the UK Modern Slavery Act.

Whistleblowing

GLS Group has introduced an informant/ombudsman system to enable employees, business partners and third parties to report criminal acts and similar serious offences on a confidential basis.

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*Unless specifically mentioned, GLS refers to all affiliated companies of GLS B.V., operating under the GLS trademark.
**Except General Logistics Systems Italy S.p.A. which is certified by a local certification body

Leader de la logistique de colis opérant sur l’ensemble du territoire européen, le Groupe GLS est pleinement conscient de ses responsabilités vis-à-vis de l’environnement et de la société.

GLS appréhende la durabilité dans sa globalité, s’intéressant aux aspects écologiques et sociaux, mais aussi économiques de la responsabilité sociale. Son objectif est de garantir à ses clients une prestation logistique d’une qualité optimale et d’assurer à ses collaborateurs un poste stable au sein d’une entreprise solide. Les deux vont de pair pour GLS.

Au travers de cette prestation, GLS contribue aussi à la mobilité des marchandises et aux livraisons en toute fiabilité, qui constituent le pivot de l’économie.
Pour les générations suivantes, l’entreprise entend ainsi parvenir à un succès économique durable en lien avec la protection de l’environnement.

Certification EcoVadis

Le groupe GLS a reçu la médaille de bronze EcoVadis * en 2025 avec 70 points, se classant parmi les 16 % des entreprises les mieux évaluées au niveau mondial.

*Cette certification est renouvelée chaque année et évalue la durabilité dans les domaines de l'environnement, des achats, de l'éthique et du travail et des droits humains.

EcoVadis 2024

Certification ISO & GDP

Certification ISO & GDP

GLS est certifiée DIN ISO 9001: 2015 et 14001: 2015 par DQS.

Qualité et durabilié certifiées, partout en Europe

GLS garantit, vérifie et améliore la qualité et la durabilité avec un système de gestion de qualité et d'environnement pan-européen. Il est certifié DIN ISO 9001: 2015 et 14001: 2015 par DQS, l'un des plus grands et des plus respectés fournisseurs internationaux de certifications de systèmes de management. Avec son système de gestion de qualité, GLS répond à des normes élevées reconnues internationalement.

La garantie de qualité globale de GLS comprend des processus de travail définis avec précision, des directives de qualité avec des routines de contrôle et des audits réguliers. Les chiffres clés de qualité sont surveillés et mises à jour en permanence.

GLS est une entreprise soucieuse de l'environnement et met en œuvre des projets de développement durable dans toutes ses filiales nationales. Celles-ci ont obtenu la certification ISO 14001 pour leurs systèmes de management environnemental. Cette norme internationalement reconnue est considérée comme l'une des plus importantes en matière de gestion environnementale par les fabricants et les fournisseurs de services.

GLS a également obtenu la certification GDP (Good Distribution Practice) en Belgique, au Danemark, en Allemagne, en France, en Irlande et au Luxembourg. Les directives GDP sont obligatoires pour la vente en gros de médicaments dans toute l’Union européenne. GLS répond désormais aux exigences strictes de sécurité et d’hygiène pour le transport non réfrigéré de médicaments à usage humain dans six pays.