We recognise that our operations have an effect on the local, regional and global environment and are committed to reducing this impact whereever possible. Our Environmental Policy is outlined at the end of this page but directly below we have summarised some of our ongoing areas of development.
2008: SWITCHED SUPPLY FROM ASIA TO EUROPE: This was a critical part of the ongoing environmental strategy. We will continue to look at ways that we can reduce the impact of our supply chain.
2008: REDUCTION OF WASTE THROUGH TECHNOLOGY: The introduction of lazer cutting meant that the cloth could be cut far more effeciently reducing waist and the amount of fabric used (and therefore energy)
2008: INTRODUCED ROUTE PLANNING STRATEGY. This project reduced the number of miles travelled by our tailors by approx. 50%.
2009: REDUCED SHIRT PACKAGING. Our shirts used to include a presentation box and a transport box. Following consultation with our clients we have now stopped using the presentation box (unless requested specifically by our clients). This has effectively halved our packaging.
2010: BIO-DEGRADABLE SUIT CARRIERS: We have just replaced our pastic carriers with black bio-degradable carriers. These carriers are also stronger and more durable.
M&BT ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY
We recognise that our operations have an effect on the local, regional and global environment.
As a consequence of this, the management are committed to continuous improvements in environmental performance and the prevention of pollution.
Environmental regulations, laws and codes of practice will be regarded as setting the minimum standards of environmental performance.
The company will use wherever possible environmentally safe and sustainable energy sources to meet our needs.
The company considers the environmental impacts of its products at all stages of their life cycle - from design, to manufacturing, customer use, and finally disposal.
The company will seek to address its impact on the environment through the adoption of a sustainable procurement policy. We will conserve resources through efficient use and careful planning. We have already relocated our supply from the Far East to Europe to reduce Carbon emissions.
The company maintains that a primary part of its corporate environmental strategy is sustainable waste management and as such recognises its responsibilities to recycle materials wherever possible.
We will work with our suppliers to ensure they recognise and reduce the environmental impact of their products and transportation.
Through coordinating route planning and delivery schedules this company seeks to realize the dual benefits of reduced fuel consumption and lower exhaust emissions.
The policy will be accessible to all staff on the shared web desktop.
