As a business, we recognise how crucial it is to take the climate crisis seriously. We do our utmost to operate in a way that not only does the least harm to our planet, but that also actively seeks to do good, all while maintaining our industry leading levels of service. From our growing eco-fleet of sedans, minivans and coaches, to the measures we have implemented to reduce energy, water, and general waste in all aspects of our operations.

ECO FLEET FUEL EFFICIENCY 

Since 2018, we have promoted the use of hybrid vehicles. Initially offering rechargeable hybrid vehicles, the range of vehicles now available to all our clients has now expanded to include the latest plug-in hybrid and fully electric vehicles, offering a greener ground transfer service to all our clients. Our rechargeable hybrids allow for lower vehicle emissions while still giving a UK-wide travelling range. They employ state-of- the-art technology to reduce carbon and tailpipe emissions to 0 when in EV mode. With the roll out of EV charge points increasing week by week within the UK, vehicles can now be charged between hires or overnight with driver home charge points thus releasing the full EV potential of these vehicles. Where vehicles use stop-start technology this improves fuel efficiency and reduces emissions by switching off the engine when it comes to a standstill, particularly important in urban areas.

ROUTE PLANNING & CAR SHARING It is vital to advance-plan all journeys as part of daily preparations, negating the need for reliance upon satnav systems which often provide less economical routes. Planning significantly reduces annual mileage totals which in turn minimises our environmental impact and unnecessary fuel consumption. The benefits of car sharing lowers carbon emissions, helps improve air quality. reduces traffic congestion and of course the added financial savings on transportation budgets.

COACH TRAVEL – THE IMPACT ON THE ENVIRONMENT Coaches are the cleanest and economical way to travel in terms of CO2 emissions per passenger. A coach of 50 passengers has a smaller on-road footprint compared to individual car travel. Coach travel reduces road congestion, lowers fuel consumption and produces less air pollution. All coaches comply with the latest EU engine regulations.

REDUCING GENERAL WASTE RECYCLING In 2019, we encouraged our Service Partners to removed single-use plastic water bottles from all our vehicles where possible, replacing them with infinitely recyclable resealable materials. Drivers are asked that cars are washed with cold water and no detergents, keeping the use of chemicals to a minimum. Our booking procedure reduces the need to print, by digitising our driver communications so that we no longer need paper copies of job sheets.

ACTION PLANNING We regularly review sustainability at Ultimate Mover and create quantifiable targets, objectives, and timelines to make sure that we continue to make progress in our efforts to be a responsible business and provide a range sustainable Ground Transportation Services to our clients.