Raben Group

Raben Group, a European leader in the transport, forwarding and logistics (TSL) sector, has used the Envirly platform to unlock sustainable financing from BNP Paribas. By implementing a carbon footprint calculation tool for its suppliers - mainly micro and small carriers - Raben met the ESG requirements necessary to obtain financing. This proved that in the context of financing, decarbonisation requirements can be a key enabler, not a barrier.

Number of employees

12,200

Reporting year

2024

Year established

1931

Reporting scopes

Scope 1 - Direct emissions

Scope 2 - Electricity

Results analysis

Context and motivation

Raben Group decided to intensify its decarbonisation efforts, setting a goal not only to reduce emissions from its own operations, but also those generated by suppliers providing transport services. This decision stems from growing customer expectations and the Group’s awareness of the important role it plays in the global value chain.

In the face of climate change and environmental challenges, Raben Group has committed to transparency and responsible management of its supply chain. The company has set ambitious, science-based decarbonisation targets (validated and approved by SBTi experts). It has committed to reducing emissions in scopes 1 and 2 by 60.4 percent by 2032 and to engaging 79 percent of its carriers in decarbonisation activities, including setting their own science-based emission reduction targets by 2027. These actions are intended to support the goal of limiting global temperature rise in line with the Paris Agreement.

Raben Group’s supply chain is extensive and includes many external partners, such as transport service providers, temporary work agencies and owners of warehousing assets. The Group recognises that it plays a key role in managing responsibility across the value chain and that its commitment to decarbonisation requires cooperation with partners to promote sustainable practices.

Challenge and innovative solution

The biggest challenge for the company is engaging carriers in the supply chain - mainly micro and small transport enterprises - in the process of measuring and managing their carbon footprint. The Group is aware that for many partners, even measuring greenhouse gas emissions can be difficult due to limited resources and lack of experience in this area. This is why it decided to implement and provide a tool that would support suppliers in this task.

Carbon footprint measurement by suppliers has become one of the pillars of the supplier financing programme of Raben Logistics Polska, which supports carriers in maintaining liquidity. From this year, the programme is linked to the achievement of ESG goals. It is another sustainable finance solution successfully implemented within Raben Group companies, combining a responsible approach with tangible support for partners in the supply chain. The programme is carried out in cooperation with BNP Paribas Faktoring, BNP Paribas Bank and the technology start up Envirly by Quantifier, which provided the tool and know how.

The cooperation is based on three pillars:

• Financial support - a factoring programme that ensures financial liquidity for small and medium sized carriers.

• Technology tools - access to the Envirly GHG platform for carbon footprint management.

• ESG goals - fleet modernisation to reduce air pollution and emissions, monitoring of the carbon footprint and the environmental, social and ethical maturity of companies.

Scope of cooperation between Raben and Envirly by Quantifier

1. Development of a dedicated technology solution

• Creation of a dedicated module for the transport sector within the Envirly platform.

• Adjustment of emission calculation methods to the specifics of the TSL sector.

• Design of an intuitive interface for representatives of micro and small transport companies.

2. Providing access to the Envirly GHG tool

• Ultimately, free access for all regular carriers.

• Possibility for carriers to independently calculate their emissions.

• A tool that allows Raben Group to systematically monitor suppliers’ progress.

3. Expert support

• Provision of expert support for suppliers in the field of sustainability.

• Helping carriers understand what actually drives the carbon footprint of transport companies.

• Advisory support in setting their own emission reduction targets.

Why Envirly?

The Envirly platform is a unique combination of advisory services and advanced technology that enables comprehensive estimation and management of the carbon footprint of both an organisation and its entire value chain (Scopes 1, 2 and 3 according to the GHG Protocol).

Key features of the platform:

• TÜV NORD certification ensuring compliance with the GHG Protocol and ISO 14064 1 standards

• Automatic data aggregation and emissions monitoring

• Ability to generate detailed carbon footprint reports independently

• High data security standards

• Intuitive interface tailored to the needs of small companies

Implementation process and organisation

The cooperation has been structured as a comprehensive support ecosystem where each partner contributes unique expertise:

• Raben Group - coordination of ESG strategy and supply chain management

• BNP Paribas Faktoring - financing and ESG indicators

• BNP Paribas Bank - advisory support in sustainable finance

• Envirly - technology and tools for carbon footprint management

Regular carriers of Raben Logistics Polska received free access to the Envirly tool and expert support in the area of sustainability. This enables them to calculate their emissions independently, while Raben Group can systematically monitor their progress. The supplier financing programme ensures that small and medium sized enterprises receive quick payment for issued invoices, protecting them against payment delays and supporting financial stability.

Tangible benefits

For Raben Group:

• Delivery on ambitious decarbonisation targets

• Greater transparency in the supply chain

• Strengthened leadership position in sustainable logistics

• Progress toward achieving SBTi targets

For suppliers:

• Free access to professional ESG tools

• Support in developing environmental competencies

• Financial stability thanks to factoring

• Competitive advantage in the market

For the industry:

• Establishment of a new standard of cooperation in the supply chain

• Integration of financing with ESG objectives

• Support for the transformation of the TSL sector

Summary

The cooperation between Envirly by Quantifier and Raben Group has set a new standard in the TSL industry, showing that it is possible to effectively combine business objectives with environmental responsibility. Thanks to an innovative approach that links financing with ESG goals, the project not only achieved all of its targets but also created a model that can serve as a benchmark for other companies.

Raben Group has demonstrated that decarbonising the supply chain does not have to be a burden for business partners. On the contrary, with the right technological, expert and financial support, it can become a source of competitive advantage and mutual benefit. The project has shown that transformation toward sustainable development is possible even in complex supply chains involving hundreds of small and medium sized enterprises.

By providing a dedicated technology solution tailored to the specifics of the transport sector, Envirly has enabled the effective implementation of ambitious climate goals while respecting the practical business needs of all participants in the value chain.