GPS Sustainability

Circular economy, built into the GPS model

A reuse-first pooling loop that keeps crates moving, reduces single-use packaging, and lowers environmental impact across the supply chain.

1
GPS warehouse

Preparation and control before each rotation.

2
Delivery of empty crates

Empty crates delivered to your filling plant.

3
Filling plant

Full crates shipped into your distribution flow.

4
End-user

Crates are emptied at destination.

5
Collection of empty crates

Empty crates collected and returned to the pool.

Up to -86% carbon footprint vs. single-use packaging
Green electricity across Europe
Closed-loop washing stations to preserve water usage
*Up to -86% figure may vary depending on use case, distances, rotation rate and packaging scenario (single-use baseline).

Our Labels and Certifications

At GPS, excellence, quality, and sustainability are at the heart of our commitments. Our labels and certifications demonstrate the compliance of our practices with the highest standards in our industry, across environmental, social, and industrial dimensions.


Annual CSR Report

Each year, our CSR department publishes a comprehensive report outlining GPSโ€™s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance.

This report highlights our ongoing commitment to:

  • Reducing our environmental impact through circular packaging solutions
  • Promoting responsible business practices across all subsidiaries
  • Supporting the well-being and development of our employees
  • Strengthening our engagement with local communities and industry partners

The document provides transparent data, concrete actions, and measurable progress aligned with our sustainability roadmap and international standards.


At GPS, we believe that being a responsible company also means taking concrete action to support those facing challenging situations. This is why we regularly support charities, solidarity-based organisations, and local initiatives, both in France and international.