mac. brand spaces is committed to sustainable mobility within the company
How can employees commute to work in the most climate-friendly way possible—while still staying mobile? The company mac. brand spaces, based in Langenlonsheim, demonstrates how a modern mix of transportation options can work in everyday work life. In addition to gradually converting its fleet to electric vehicles, the company offers a wide range of options for employees—from commuter passes and bike leasing to charging infrastructure on company premises.
“For us, mobility is a holistic issue,” says Christiane Kasselmann, who serves as the company’s mobility officer. “It’s not just about company cars, but about offering employees different options to make their commutes and business trips more sustainable.” Currently, the company’s fleet comprises 51 company cars. Of these, 37 are already fully electric, and six additional vehicles are plug-in hybrids. Only a small portion consists of traditional internal combustion engines—a share that is set to decline further in the coming years. “As existing contracts expire, we are systematically replacing combustion-engine vehicles with electric vehicles,” explains Kasselmann. “Even today, electric and hybrid vehicles account for around 84 percent of our fleet.” The company also prioritizes electric models for rental vehicles—whenever they are available.
For electric mobility to work in everyday life, infrastructure is needed. There are now 14 charging stations with a total of 28 charging points available on the company campus. These can be used for both company cars and private vehicles. Electricity is provided to employees at cost. Some of the energy comes from the solar power system on the company premises. “The charging points are being used more and more,” says Tobias Mannhold, Head of Infrastructure and Environment at mac. “Company vehicles still dominate for now, but private charging is catching up significantly.”
In addition to electrifying its fleet, mac is consciously promoting alternatives to the car. Employees can use a Jobticket, receive a Business BahnCard, or obtain a bicycle or e-bike through a leasing program. Especially in rural areas, bicycles are playing an increasingly important role, explains Kasselmann: “Many trips can be easily covered with an e-bike.”
To make this work, the company is also investing in the necessary infrastructure. The campus features several bike stations, secure parking areas, and special charging cabinets for e-bike batteries. Showers and changing rooms are also available, and plans are already in place for another facility. At the same time, the company is working toward becoming certified as a bike-friendly employer.
Clear guidelines also apply to business travel. Air travel within Germany is generally not permitted. Instead, the first step is to check whether a meeting can take place digitally. If travel is necessary, a clear order of priority applies: sustainability first, then cost, then travel time. For Mannhold, this approach is crucial: “Sustainable mobility isn’t achieved through a single measure, but through many building blocks. What matters is that it works in employees’ everyday lives.”