Ford’s Premier Automotive Group (PAG) and NYK Logistics have jointly been chosen as national Green Apple Award winners.

 

Recognised both in the UK and internationally as one of the major environmental recognition schemes, The Green Apple Awards aim to recognise, reward and promote environmental best practice around the world.

 

The submission entitled ‘The Environmental Benefits Delivered to Ford’s Premier Automotive Group by NYK Logistics’ German Cross-Dock Network’ was entered into the Transport & Freight category of the awards.

 

The project, which provides a highly robust and responsive supply chain based on lean principles, delivers massive efficiencies and benefits including reduced site congestion, reduced fuel consumption, increased vehicle utilisation and reduced mileage.

 

Published in the International Green Heroes Reference CD, the award-winning submission will be distributed to environmental specialists, professionals, media, reference libraries, MPs, Ministers, Embassies, companies and councils around the world.

 

As well as securing a place on the rostrum at the high profile Green Apple award ceremony at the House of Commons in November, the two companies will also receive a ‘Green Heroes’ trophy at an exclusive presentation ceremony at Kensington Roof Gardens in Spring 2006.

 

Kevin Wall, Director - Material Planning & Logistics for PAG said: “This is great news and a great result - thanks to everyone concerned. The award is very important to the Ford Motor company and our drive to lead in corporate citizenship initiatives and environmental awareness.”

 

Roger Wolens of The Green Organisation said: “The competition in the awards gets tougher and more fierce every year, making this a tremendous achievement for the winners.

 

“Contenders are required to continually reach new levels of environmental success and this campaign helps and encourages others to follow their good example, with the aim of improving our environment for generations to come.”