Schenker Arkas continues its efforts to protect the environment



In today's highly competitive environment, companies create distinct value not only with their capital but with the quality of service provided to shareholders and their concern for the community and environment. Schenker Arkas conducts its operations with awareness of these values, and, in addition to possessing the ISO 9001:2000 certificate..

It has also successfully completed the process for inspection of the environmental management system, thus earning the right to receive the ISO 14001:2004 Environmental Management System Certificate.

The Environmental Management System Certificate validates the fact that institutions make efforts to minimize any negative impact on the environment during their operations.

Schenker Arkas invests in the future

With its ISO 14001:2004 Environmental Management System Certificate and the contributions of its shareholders, Schenker Arkas believes it will achieve even greater success. The company has been a pioneer in many areas related to the sector and aims to continue its efforts so that future generations inherit a clean and healthy environment.
Schenker Arkas continues its efforts to protect the environment from the negative effect of industrial operations, and after receiving the quality assurance certificate, it then obtained the ISO 14001:2004 Environmental Management System Certificate.
In its transportation operations, Schenker Arkas prefers to use vehicles that comply with the Euro 4 standard, which reduces exhaust emissions. Waste is separated and recycled in all of its offices and warehouses, contributing even more to the economy. It also organizes educational and awareness programs to encourage the efficient use of resources such as water, electricity and fuel.

Intelligent solutions to the threat of global warming
Scenarios for disaster related to the results of global warming, a topic frequently discussed in the national press recently, have created some concern. Scientific research has shown that the transportation sector is responsible for 26% of the greenhouse gases, which are the primary cause of global warming. Based on its awareness of these facts, Schenker Arkas has determined what effect greenhouse gases have on the environment and is making efforts to reduce these effects.

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31/03/2008

Beykent University hosts Schenker Arkas

A provider of integrated logistics solutions with air, sea and overland transportation, Schenker Arkas did a presentation at Beykent University on December 29, 2007 as part of a project it initiated with vocational schools and universities offering education in logistics and transportation.

28/03/2008

Schenker Arkas participates in the Izmit Industrial Fair

Leading industries and logistics companies congregated at the 4th Izmit Industry and Logistics Expo

28/03/2008

An expert automotive team at Schenker Arkas

Schenker Arkas has formed a problem-solving team focused exclusively on automotive logistics services that will offer automotive producers and suppliers with one-stop service for distribution, packaging, customs clearance, and transportation of all types.

27/03/2008

Turkish Airlines prefers Schenker Arkas

Schenker Arkas, which offers transportation of aircraft spare parts with a service called Aeroparts, began providing service in August to Turkish Airlines, Turkey’s national airline company

19/03/2008

Schenker Arkas offers partial transport groupage container service on its Hong Kong-Haydarpaşa line

Schenker Arkas continues to weave a worldwide web for sea exports and imports with routes that are constantly being improved. The latest offering is a partial transport groupage service on its Hong Kong-Haydarpaşa line.

30/03/2007

Schenker Arkas builds a ‘bridge’ through the sky

Schenker Arkas, which remains the number one company in Turkish airfreight, is preparing to build a bridge through the sky. A new project called SKYBRIDGE offers an alternative for transporting cargo with tonnage or even lighter shipments

01/03/2007

Schenker Arkas named the the best solution partner for shipping projects in 2006

The Schenker Arkas Project Services Department was chosen as the best partner by the Schenker Deutschland AG Stuttgart office.

01/02/2007

Schenker opens a logistics center in Korea

Since 1997 Schenker has operated in Korea under the name Schenker Korea Ltd. and is now operating in a new 10,000 sq. meter logistics center.

25/05/2006

Schenker Arkas revives trade on the Silk Road

Schenker Arkas organized the China Road Show in Istanbul, an informative meeting held for importers and exporters in Turkey. With a theme based on the Silk Road, the event provided information about Schenker's investments in China and integrated logistics services offered to Turkish industries.

10/04/2006

Schenker Arkas - number one carrier of exports via air cargo

One of Turkey's most important names in the field of air cargo transport, Schenker Arkas moved to the number one spot in 2005 with 11,224 shipments weighing 6,181 tons

01/03/2006

Schenker Arkas expands its service network with an office in Ankara

Schenker Arkas has brought its integrated logistics services to Turkey's capital. The goal of the new office in Ankara is to meet customer needs quickly promptly and directly

10/02/2006

Schenker Arkas customers gain speed with on-line services

With Schenker Arkas' new on-line services, information is only a click away. Price quotes, planning and cargo tracking are available on Schenker's web site.

15/07/2005

Achievement Award for Schenker Arkas Air Cargo

Schenker Arkas Air was named "Lufthansa Airlines Cargo Agency of the Year" for its 2004 turnover.

01/07/2005

Tank Containers: Not only safe and easy, but economical as well

Schenker Arkas uses tank containers to transport liquid chemicals and liquid foodstuffs to Europe, the Middle East, and the Turkic Republics.

25/05/2005

UEFA's choice: Schenker Arkas

Schenker Arkas provides transportation and logistics services for the UEFA Champions League.

07/01/2004

Schenker Arkas gives full support to performing arts

Schenker Arkas Exhibition and Special Transportation Services Department carried out logistics activities of Bosch Symphony Orchestra, which arrived in Turkey to give concerts in Istanbul and İzmir.

06/01/2004

Schenker Arkas Airfreight

Schenker Arkas Airfreight, a company that offers pre-carriage, storage, customs clearance, chartering and project transportation services to airports across the world, has added a string of new awards to its collection.

05/01/2004

Schenker Arkas Izmir Branch obtains ISO 9001:2000 certification

Schenker Arkas, which bases its business philosophy on customer centered service, continues its drive towards achieving total quality. Investing heavily in CRM in order to meet customer needs, Schenker Arkas has defined its objective for 2004 as improved quality across the board of its operations. Last year, the company gained momentum in this direction when the Istanbul head office obtained ISO 9001:2000 quality management systems certification.