As businesses across Australia look to reduce emissions and strengthen environmental accountability, Linde Material Handling is helping lead the charge with electric forklift solutions and business practices designed to meet sustainability demands.
At Linde, sustainability is embedded in every step of the product lifecycle – from the materials sourced to the energy-saving systems built into every machine. And with advances in battery technology, intelligent drive systems, and recycling strategies, customers can reduce both carbon emissions and operating costs.
Linde’s product strategy focuses on creating equipment that balances energy efficiency with operational output. Future electric forklift trucks are designed to be compatible with both lithium-ion batteries and fuel cells. Linde’s innovative X model range builds on this sustainability strategy. These units offer an alternative to internal combustion engine forklifts, with a substantial reduction in CO2 emissions.
But sustainability doesn’t stop at the point of sale. Our design philosophy focuses on longevity and circularity, using materials that are easy to reuse, repair, and refurbish. Paired with national service support, this approach helps extend product lifecycles, reduce waste, and ensure long-term value for customers.
That’s why, in 2023, Linde Material Handling was awarded a Platinum EcoVadis sustainability rating, placing the company in the top 1 per cent of more than 125,000 businesses evaluated globally. This follows three consecutive Gold ratings since 2020 and reflects continued improvements across key areas.
As part of the global KION Group, Linde is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2025 for its own operations. That commitment is backed by Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) alignment and tangible internal projects – such as replacing coke-powered furnaces with electric ones, switching to renewable electricity, and implementing district heating and energy-efficient technologies across manufacturing sites.
Materials handling equipment is increasingly scrutinised not just for performance but also for its environmental impact. Partnering with Linde means choosing a supplier with equipment designed to meet environmental standards and operational demands.