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International Distribution Services Ltd

Common Name
International Distribution Services
Country
United Kingdom
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Integrated Freight & Logistics
Employees
163,255
Ticker
RYE
Exchange
Börse Dusseldorf
Description
International Distribution Services plc is a prominent player in the logistics and postal services sector, operating primarily in the UK and internationally. Its primary function is to facilitate the ...

International Distribution Services's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2025, International Distribution Services completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

However, International Distribution Services has not published a category-level breakdown of its Scope 3 emissions, limiting visibility into specific value chain sources.

Metric (tCO2e)2025202420232022-2019
Total Scope 1
425,800a
504,600a
510,800b
Total Scope 2
Market-Based
N/A
5,600b
6,300b
Location-Based
82,000a
79,000a
76,900b
Total Scope 3
1,983,300a
2,005,500a
1,919,000b
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
25.0211a
31.52a
N/A
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a. International Distribution Services's Annual Report 2025
b. International Distribution Services's Annual Report 2024

Insights into International Distribution Services's Operational Emissions

In 2025, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of International Distribution Services amounted to 507,800 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2).a

Compared to 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of International Distribution Services decreased by 12.99%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.a

International Distribution Services's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

2023202420250150 k300 k450 k600 ktCO2e-1%-16%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are International Distribution Services's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2025, the total Scope 1 emissions of International Distribution Services were 425,800 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has International Distribution Services reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2023, International Distribution Services's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 16.64%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year (2024), International Distribution Services's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 15.62%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a

What are International Distribution Services's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2025, International Distribution Services reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 82,000 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a

Has International Distribution Services reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2023, International Distribution Services's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that International Distribution Services's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.ab

Compared to the previous year (2024), International Distribution Services's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that International Distribution Services's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a

What methodology does International Distribution Services use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2025, International Distribution Services reported its Scope 2 emissions using the location-based method.a

International Distribution Services's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

202320242025025 k50 k75 k100 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into International Distribution Services's Value Chain Emissions

In 2025, International Distribution Services reported 1,983,300 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a

The 2025 disclosure of International Distribution Services includes a breakdown across 0 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2024, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a

International Distribution Services's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2023202420250550 k1.1 M1.65 M2.2 MtCO2e+5%-1%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are International Distribution Services's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, International Distribution Services reported total Scope 3 emissions of 1,983,300 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has International Distribution Services reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2023, International Distribution Services's Scope 3 emissionshave remained relatively stable, indicating that International Distribution Services's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.ab

Compared to the previous year (2024), International Distribution Services's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that International Distribution Services's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.a

Insights into International Distribution Services’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2025, International Distribution Services reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 425,800 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 17,018 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 25.02 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

International Distribution Services's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

501,00020,000500,00010,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)1005002,00010,00050,000Revenues (Millions of USD)KalmarYear: 2025Scope 1: 7,300 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,047Scope 1 Intensity: 3.57 tCO2e/$MKamigumiYear: 2024Scope 1: 31,656 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,762Scope 1 Intensity: 17.97 tCO2e/$MShanghai Zhonggu LogisticsYear: 2024Scope 1: 807,147 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,543Scope 1 Intensity: 523.23 tCO2e/$MDelhiveryYear: 2025Scope 1: 186,223 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,045Scope 1 Intensity: 178.14 tCO2e/$MEastern Air LogisticsYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,575,785 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,296Scope 1 Intensity: 478.07 tCO2e/$MMainfreightYear: 2025Scope 1: 340,037 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,973Scope 1 Intensity: 114.37 tCO2e/$MQube HoldingsYear: 2025Scope 1: 414,891 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,690Scope 1 Intensity: 154.23 tCO2e/$MLandstar SystemYear: 2024Scope 1: 205 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,824Scope 1 Intensity: 0.04 tCO2e/$MCJ LogisticsYear: 2024Scope 1: 219,300 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,257Scope 1 Intensity: 26.56 tCO2e/$MKLN Logistics GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 116,401 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,504Scope 1 Intensity: 15.51 tCO2e/$MYTO Express GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,478,466 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,459Scope 1 Intensity: 156.30 tCO2e/$MInPostYear: 2025Scope 1: 57,636 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,098Scope 1 Intensity: 14.06 tCO2e/$MJ&T Global ExpressYear: 2024Scope 1: 965,100 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,259Scope 1 Intensity: 94.07 tCO2e/$MZTO Express (Cayman)Year: 2024Scope 1: 1,497,388 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,067Scope 1 Intensity: 246.79 tCO2e/$MExpeditorsYear: 2024Scope 1: 8,075 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,601Scope 1 Intensity: 0.76 tCO2e/$MCH Robinson WorldwideYear: 2024Scope 1: 12,017 tCO2eRevenue: $M 17,724Scope 1 Intensity: 0.68 tCO2e/$MJ B Hunt Transport ServicesYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,821,012 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,087Scope 1 Intensity: 150.66 tCO2e/$MNippon Express HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 528,894 tCO2eRevenue: $M 16,419Scope 1 Intensity: 32.21 tCO2e/$MLogista IntegralYear: 2024Scope 1: 133,123 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,505Scope 1 Intensity: 9.18 tCO2e/$MSinotransYear: 2024Scope 1: 163,316 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,472Scope 1 Intensity: 11.28 tCO2e/$MGXO LogisticsYear: 2024Scope 1: 200,782 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,709Scope 1 Intensity: 17.15 tCO2e/$MSG HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 281,836 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,696Scope 1 Intensity: 32.41 tCO2e/$MFerrari GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,756 tCO2eRevenue: $M 363Scope 1 Intensity: 13.10 tCO2e/$MInternational Distribution ServicesYear: 2025Scope 1: 425,800 tCO2eRevenue: $M 17,018Scope 1 Intensity: 25.02 tCO2e/$M

How does International Distribution Services's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2025, International Distribution Services reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 25.02 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 26.56, this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does International Distribution Services rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2025, International Distribution Services ranked 12 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

International Distribution Services is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency.a

Insights into International Distribution Services's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2025, International Distribution Services reported a total carbon footprint of 2,491,100 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 3.79% decrease compared to 2024, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.a

The largest contributor to International Distribution Services's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 79.62% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 17.09%.a

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