Delivering on Sustainability: Louis Dreyfus Company joins WBCSD

Global agricultural goods merchant Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) has today joined nearly 200 forward-thinking companies as the newest member of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD).

Published: 26 Apr 2017
Type: News

Geneva, 26 April 2017: LDC’s diversified product range, extensive geographical reach and global activities span the entire value chain. Founded in 1851, LDC is active in more than 100 countries and employs more than 21,000 people globally at peak season. By connecting with WBCSD’s network of forward-thinking businesses, across a variety of sectors, LDC can make a real impact in global corporate sustainability.

LDC’s CEO Gonzalo Ramírez Martiarena stated: “We are delighted to join WBCSD and look forward to exploring innovative sustainable development solutions together. In our commitment to working towards a safe and sustainable future, we continuously seek new ways to effectively improve our environmental track record and corporate citizenship practices. Working collaboratively with WBCSD and its members, we are confident this can be achieved.”

WBCSD CEO and President Peter Bakker said “WBCSD is dedicated to working towards a transformation in our food systems. This will only be achieved in collaboration with global industry leaders such as LDC. As one of the largest agribusiness players, we are particularly excited to work with LDC in this area.” 

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