Sustainability at
Midlands Rural Transport
Sustainability means meeting today’s needs without compromising the needs of future generations.
Transport is the backbone of our economy and society. It enables trade, which is essential for societal growth and development. Every day we move ourselves through means of transport, be it for work or pleasure, or to freight goods between companies, countries, and continents. The challenge is not to curb transport but to make it sustainable. We all need to work together towards this common goal.
Sustainable initiatives within Midlands Rural Transport
Sustainability at Midlands Rural Transport goes further than just reducing emissions.
- Our truck wash uses rainwater and all waste products are irrigated back onto surrounding farm land.
- Our workshop uses energy efficient, chemical free steam cleaners to clean truck parts.
- All our waste oil is sent to be recycled
- We recycle any other waste products that we can.
- Energy efficient lighting and heating solutions are used throughout our offices and workshop.
Midlands Rural Transport’s Commitment to Sustainability
Midlands Rural Transport is committed to continue improvements in sustainability as better options become available to us.
- These include looking at the electric run forklifts
- Always selecting the most energy efficient engines available
- Constant monitoring of trucks and drivers to maintain maximum efficiency
- Reduce, reuse and recycle where we can within our offices and workshop
- Continued education of our employees to maintain a sustainable environment