Rotterdam, 21 October 2025 – HES International is proud to announce significant progress in its sustainability initiatives, achieving a GRESB* score of 92 in 2025. This improvement marks an upward trajectory for the company, enhancing its score from 82 in both 2022 and 2023 and 86 in 2024, to 92 this year.
In this latest assessment, HES ranks #5 out of 8 in its peer benchmark, surpassing industry averages in key areas such as energy efficiency, waste management, biodiversity, greenhouse gas emissions, and stakeholder management. This performance reflects HES’ commitment to integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into its operations.
Recently, HES deployed a robust sustainability strategy, defining core values and specific sustainability targets. Key initiatives launched include an updated cybersecurity policy, co-hosting the Women at the Port event focused on inclusive leadership, and the opening of a new agricultural shed at our terminal in the Port of Amsterdam. Additionally, HES achieved a 17% reduction in its Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions in 2024, compared to 2021.
"Achieving a 92 GRESB score reflects the continued hard work of our team at HES International," said Paul van Gelder, CEO of HES International. "As a proud CEO, I can only reiterate the commitment to sustainability we see in our organization. This 92 score clearly sets the stage for further advancements in our ESG initiatives. We are excited to lead the industry with our ESG efforts and collaborate with all our stakeholders in creating a future for generations to come."
While HES celebrates these achievements, the organization recognizes the need for continuous improvement. As part of its Business Plan for 2030, HES aims to even further embed sustainability across its product portfolio. The forthcoming Sustainability Roadmap for 2030 will outline specific targets under the "Future Proof Business" chapter of its Sustainability Strategy.
For further information, please contact: Firas Ezzeddine (f.ezzeddine@hesinternational.eu)
ABOUT HES INTERNATIONAL
HES International is one of Europe's largest independent bulk handling companies for liquid, dry, and breakbulk products. Our companies hold a unique independent position in the supply chain of bulk goods for a wide range of products providing first class access to Europe's deep draft terminals and excellent hinterland connectivity by barge, rail and truck. With 14 terminals in 4 countries at strategic located ports in Europe we are an important switch in the continuous delivery of essential building blocks for our everyday life needed to develop, sustain and improve the world around us. Our professional staff ensure that bulk commodities are safely stored, handled and processed 24/7 for customers from all corners of the globe. We have a strong ambition to further broaden our product portfolio and also want to respond optimally to the opportunities that the energy transition offers us.
HES International is headquartered in Rotterdam and has already been carefully handling bulk raw materials since 1908. Macquarie Asset Management, via Macquarie European Infrastructure Fund 5, and West Street Infrastructure Partners III, managed by the Goldman Sachs Alternatives’ Infrastructure business, each indirectly control 50% of the shares of HES International B.V. For more information, please visit www.hesinternational.eu.
* GRESB is a leading ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) benchmarking and reporting framework used to assess the sustainability performance of real estate and infrastructure assets globally