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Sustainability in the Spotlight: Heuver Wins the Bronze Medal
It’s time to pop the champagne, as Heuver has recently won the bronze medal for our sustainability achievements! This prestigious recognition was awarded by EcoVadis, placing our company in the top 35% of all EcoVadis-assessed companies. EcoVadis is an international platform specializing in sustainability evaluations, assessing companies based on their performance in areas such as environment, labor and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement. As if that wasn’t enough, we’re also ranked second in North-East Netherlands among all ING clients. But why did we win this award? Let’s take a closer look at some of our sustainable initiatives.
At Heuver, we find it essential to minimize the ecological footprint of our tire production and trade. From A to Z, our processes are designed to be as sustainable as possible, with consideration for our employees and future generations. Our goal is to use tires as responsibly as possible and to maximize their potential.
Sustainability Front and Center with Our Private Brands
At Heuver, we value sustainability and strive to make a positive contribution with our private brands, such as Aeolus and Albourgh. By utilizing innovative technologies and efficient production methods, we reduce waste, optimize resource usage, and contribute to a more environmentally friendly future. This way, we combine quality and reliability with environmental consciousness.
Aeolus: Innovation in Sustainable Tire Production
Aeolus is strongly committed to sustainability with the introduction of AGT – Aeolus Green Tyre. This advanced production method saves resources, reduces environmental pollution, and lowers fuel costs. Aeolus employs adjusted production processes free from toxic components and meets the strict requirements of the REACH program (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals). From material selection to waste management, every step considers the environment. Aeolus provides a future-oriented solution for sustainable mobility.
Albourgh’s Casing Guarantee: Sustainability and Cost Efficiency at the Core
In our pursuit of a more sustainable future and mobility, we’ve introduced our most sustainable truck tires from Albourgh. These new tires are specifically designed for transporters, offering reliability and cost efficiency without compromising performance. The Albourgh casing guarantee demonstrates that environmental friendliness and sustainability are financially rewarding.
With our casing guarantee, we buy casings suitable for reuse and recycle unusable ones, ensuring that the steel and rubber are repurposed. This saves transporters money since approximately 70% of tires can be reused, which is cheaper than buying new ones. This directly contributes to better profitability and cost efficiency for businesses.
Unique Stock of Used Tires
There are many situations where used tires are perfectly suitable, making new ones unnecessary. Used tires can be an ideal solution, for instance, for equipment frequently driven on grasslands, where too much tread could damage the surface. Used tires can also serve as an interim solution if you need time to decide on investing in new ones. This ensures optimal use of the tire and significantly extends its lifespan, benefiting both you and the environment. We also take in your used tires, giving them a second life where possible, and if not, we dispose of them as environmentally friendly as possible.
At Heuver, we have a stock of over 500 used agricultural tires and rims, ranging from 8 to 54 inches. This inventory, managed from our warehouse in Hardenberg (NL), is replenished daily, giving us a unique position in the European market.
Heuver’s Sustainability Initiatives and Ambitions
At Heuver, we actively promote sustainability because we believe in a green future. Our headquarters in Hardenberg currently boasts 3,600 solar panels—a record number in the region. This location is nearly energy-neutral. Additionally, we’ve made conscious choices for our vehicle fleet, opting for options that minimize environmental impact. We’re already fully engaged in sustainable business practices, contributing to the environment in every way we can—from selecting our tire assortment to executing our business processes.
We’ve also invested in electric forklifts and charging stations and use 100% green electricity. With guidance from Sustainability Advisor Manfred Rudolf, we continue to evolve. The bronze medal is excellent news for our customers, partners, and suppliers, as Heuver remains demonstrably sustainable. In the future, we will focus on further optimizations and improvements to elevate our sustainability performance. We aim to make the most environmentally friendly choices in every step of our production process and continue innovating. Together with our partners and suppliers, we are working toward a sustainable future. On to gold!