Sustainable mobility for workers
Our workers' mobility is made more sustainable in several ways. The shift to alternative transport modes and shared commutes is stimulated, commutes are restricted thanks to regional offices and teleworking, and we are making our fleet greener.
Shift to alternative transport modes
Colruyt Group stimulates the use of alternative methods of transport such as bicycles and public transport. All our workers who undertake to cycle almost every day are entitled to a company bicycle (classic or electric) and receive a cycling package which includes a helmet, high-vis vest, repair kit and rain suit. They also receive a cycling allowance, which can be requested for shorter periods as well. We also provide suitable facilities and infrastructure such as covered bicycle sheds and changing rooms with showers and lockers.
Many workers also take public transport. They are offered a train, bus and/or tram season ticket. Our commuters can also request a commuter or folding bicycle or make use of the Blue Bike sharing system.
Shared commutes
Going to work with colleagues is not only more fun and cheaper, it is also more sustainable: fewer cars on the road mean less emissions of polluting substances and less traffic jams.
- To encourage workers to carpool with colleagues, we launched an internal online platform to facilitate the search for a driver or passenger for a particular route. Anyone who carpools can count on reserved parking spaces near the entrance of the office buildings.
- We also encourage shared mobility for business trips. For example, there are many sites where you can find share bikes , and workers can use a reservation system to reserve a car that runs on CNG, electricity or hydrogen.
Mobility budget
For employees who want to give up their company car, Colruyt Group offers a mobility budget. With this budget, they can flexibly and independently organize their own sustainable mobility. Eligible expenses include public transport tickets, shared mobility, a bicycle, and housing costs. The mobility budget is a worthy alternative to the company car and makes alternative transportation more attractive and accessible.
Greener fleet of vehicles
We are constantly making our fleet of company cars greener and encouraging our workers to choose greener company cars. A large part of the fleet consists of diesel and CNG cars, as well as a number of electric cars and hydrogen models. In 2020, we also introduced plug-in hybrids with a large battery capacity.
