Driving Change: The NCDA Sustainability Award 2025
The Prestige Group are incredibly proud to have been named the winner of the National Courier and Despatch Association (NCDA) Sustainability Award for 2025! This recognition is a testament to our unwavering commitment to reducing our environmental impact while delivering exceptional courier services. Sustainability isn’t just a buzzword for us—it’s embedded in everything we do.
Our Journey to Sustainability
Winning this award didn’t happen overnight. It was the result of years of dedication, innovation, and a company-wide commitment to greener practices. Here’s how we did it:
Investing in a Greener Fleet
A major step in our sustainability journey was transitioning to electric and hybrid vehicles. 2024 saw Prestige invest heavily in increasing our EV fleet across our courier and passenger cars. By significantly reducing our reliance on fossil fuels, we have cut down our CO₂ emissions while maintaining the same level of efficiency and luxury our clients expect. Optimizing delivery routes through new industry standards and an experienced Operations team minimized unnecessary mileage and fuel consumption.
Embracing Eco-Friendly Practices
Beyond our vehicles, we are committed to reducing waste in all aspects of our business. We have adopted digital documentation to minimize paper use and are actively researching sustainable packaging solutions to enhance our courier services. Even our new uniforms have been sourced sustainably. Our goal is to ensure that every aspect of our operations aligns with our environmental values.
Offsetting Our Carbon Footprint
While we strive to cut emissions, we know that some level of impact is unavoidable. To counterbalance this, we support carbon offset programs, including tree-planting initiatives and renewable energy projects. These efforts help ensure that we are giving back to the environment while we continue to grow.
Educating and Engaging Our Team
Sustainability starts from within. We conduct regular training sessions to educate our drivers and staff about eco-friendly driving techniques, waste reduction strategies, and the importance of sustainable practices in logistics. Encouraging small changes, like idling less and utilizing telematics to improve fuel efficiency, has made a significant impact.
Partnering with Like-Minded Businesses
We believe in collective change. By working with suppliers and clients who share our sustainability values, we are creating a supply chain that prioritizes environmental responsibility. From choosing vendors that use recyclable materials to collaborating with businesses that support green initiatives, we are amplifying our impact beyond our company.
Sustainable Luxury
Committed to driving a greener future, we are thrilled to announce our investment in the latest range of Mercedes EV vehicles. These state-of-the-art electric cars offer unparalleled luxury, efficiency, and sustainability, aligning perfectly with our mission to provide premium, eco-friendly transport solutions. By integrating the EQS into our fleet, we are reducing emissions while maintaining the high standards of comfort and service our clients expect. This investment marks a significant step in our journey towards a more sustainable and responsible courier industry.
What Winning Means to Us
Winning the NCDA Sustainability Award is not just an accolade—it’s a milestone in our mission to lead the courier and executive transport industry toward a greener future. This recognition fuels our motivation to keep innovating and finding new ways to make logistics more sustainable.
But this is just the beginning. We want to challenge ourselves and the entire industry to think beyond short-term gains and invest in long-term sustainability. The road ahead is filled with opportunities, and we are excited to continue driving change, one journey at a time.
Join Us in Building a Greener Future
We hope our journey inspires other courier businesses to take meaningful steps toward sustainability. Whether it’s switching to electric vehicles, reducing waste, or supporting carbon offset initiatives, every effort counts.
If you want to learn more about our sustainability initiatives or collaborate with us on eco-friendly transport and delivery solutions, get in touch! Together, we can make a difference.