Aramex, which specializes in logistics and transportation solutions, has hired Manosij Ganguli as group chief sustainability officer (CSO).
Here are four things to know about the Aramex business and sustainability strategy, and Ganguli's market experience.
1. Business Scope and Scale: Aramex, founded in 1982, is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The company, backed by roughly 16,000 employees, specializes in parcel forwarding, specializes in multinational logistics, courier and package delivery capabilities.
2. Sustainability Strategy: Aramex produces an annual sustainability report. Among the company's key goals: Achieving carbon neutrality by 2030 and net zero by 2050. Sometime in 2024, Aramex plans to submit its targets to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Among the milestones to note: The company achieved a 12% reduction in carbon emissions per shipment in 2023, Aramex said.
3. Executive Experience: Manosij Ganguli previously served at the Energy Transitions Commission and Mission Possible Partnership (MPP) in London and as the Global Program Director at bp, Aramex noted.
4. Executive Perspectives: In a prepared statement, Manosij said: “I am honoured to join Aramex at such a transformative time in its sustainability journey. Aramex has already set a remarkable precedent in environmental stewardship, and I am eager to build on this solid foundation. My vision is to advance our sustainability agenda by integrating innovative, evidence-based strategies that not only reduce our carbon footprint but also enhance our operational efficiency and stakeholder value. Together, we will explore new avenues for sustainable development, bolstering the existing logistics network that is as resilient as it is environmentally responsible.”
Chief Sustainability Officers: Why Technology Partners Should Care
By 2027, 25% of Global 2000 companies will have assigned a chief sustainability officer (CSO) responsible for meeting their organization’s ESG goals and making ESG-related IT purchasing decisions, according to IDC.
The bottom line: Technology partners need to extend their sales, marketing, engagement and support strategies to successfully fulfill those CSO customer needs, Sustainable Tech Partner believes.
