Requirements on Carriers

Today’s requirements:
·  All major suppliers must have a third party certified quality  management system according to ISO 9001
·   CO2  target implemented with action plan and follow up system (2010)
·   Minimum Environmental Management System requirements according to matrix/table

Road
·   Minimum engine requirements for road transport according to matrix/table
·   All drivers educated in “Fuel efficient driving” by 2010
·   Fulfilment of national and international legal requirements concerning road safety. Carriers must present policies and a dedicated work around our focused areas: Speed limits, Use of seat belts, Driving- and resting times, Alcohol- and drug policies, Securing of loads and Dangerous goods.

Sea
Fulfilment of EU Directive 1999/32/EC and MARPOL 73/78 Annex VI for maximum sulphur content in bunker fuel for sea transports (May 19th, 2006).  

See matrix/table with more information.

Apart from these requirements, the documents on the right hand side of this web page (Binding documents for carrying Volvo Logistics goods) are also required.

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