Carbon Reduction Plan 

SVEMA UK GROUP LIMITED 

Publication Date: February 2026 

Commitment to Achieving Net Zero 

SVEMA UK GROUP LIMITED is committed to supporting the transition towards Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 or earlier in alignment with UK Government climate policy. The organisation operates a proportionate sustainability strategy reflecting its operational footprint as a small UK enterprise supplying hand hygiene and infection prevention products to healthcare and commercial customers.

Baseline Emissions Footprint 

Baseline emissions represent greenhouse gases generated prior to the implementation of formal carbon reduction initiatives and provide a reference point for performance monitoring. 

Baseline Year: 2024 (equivalent operational activity period) 

Reporting Year: 2026 

Emissions Reduction Approach 

SVEMA UK GROUP LIMITED is implementing practical operational measures to support continued emission reduction, including:

• Adoption of digital and remote working practices where appropriate 
  
• Reduction of non-essential business travel 
  
• Logistics optimisation through third-party distribution partners 
  
• Supplier engagement to encourage improved environmental performance 
  
• Ongoing review of operational sustainability opportunities 

Where residual emissions remain, the company may consider recognised environmental mitigation measures consistent with best practice guidance.

Supplier Net Zero Pathway 

SVEMA UK GROUP LIMITED is actively working with its suppliers to support the achievement of net zero emissions across the supply chain. A clear pathway has been established, including: 

• Engagement with key suppliers to assess current emissions and identify reduction opportunities 

• Encouraging adoption of lower-carbon materials, energy efficiency measures, and sustainable logistics 

• Setting expectations for suppliers to report progress on their environmental performance 

• Regular review and tracking of supplier progress to integrate into SVEMA’s overall net zero roadmap

Supply Chain and Operational Context 

As a small UK enterprise operating within a wider European supply network, emissions are primarily associated with Scope 3 activities including logistics, purchased goods and business travel. The organisation works with suppliers and service partners to support environmentally responsible practices across its value chain.

Framework Delivery Continuity Statement 

SVEMA UK GROUP LIMITED maintains operational arrangements designed to support framework demand levels through established European manufacturing relationships, third-party logistics capacity and controlled supply chain coordination to ensure continuity and reliability of service delivery to NHS customers.

Future Carbon Reduction Commitments 

SVEMA UK GROUP LIMITED intends to continue improving environmental performance by:

• Evaluating opportunities to further optimise transportation efficiency 
  
• Supporting the transition towards lower emission logistics solutions 
  
• Maintaining staff sustainability awareness programmes 
  
• Reviewing energy procurement and operational efficiency opportunities

Governance and Reporting 

Responsibility for sustainability and compliance rests with the Directors of SVEMA UK GROUP LIMITED. The Carbon Reduction Plan will be reviewed periodically and updated where appropriate. This plan has been prepared in accordance with Procurement Policy Note 06/21 reporting guidance. 

Signed on behalf of SVEMA UK GROUP LIMITED 

Director 

February 2026