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European Eco Label for sustainable processes (Samsic Italy)

Context: Samsic is a family company funded in Brittany (France) in 1986 in the sector of cleaning. It is now
present in 25 countries in Europe and beyond with over 30 000 clients, 93 000 employees and a turnover
of 2,6 billion euros. In Italy, Samsic provides cleaning, energy and maintenance services for industrial
building and facilities.

Challenge: Samsic is active in various types of industries and it believes that it has a role to play in their
sustainability limiting the negative impact of their daily tasks.

Solution: Every employee of Samsic Italy is involved in the sustainability measures as they are encouraged
to use cleaning products more efficiently and are committedto the company’s environmental performance.
They optimize the use of products and reduce costs for the company.

Result: The Samsic branch in Italy was awarded the European Eco Label Certification for Cleaning in 2019
and certified by the ISO 14024 Type I eco label restraining the use of hazardous substances. As a result, it
has created synergies and durable partnerships with clients and suppliers creating a sustainable
quality-drive supply chain.

More information: https://ec.europa.eu/environment/ecolabel/documents/Success_story_SAMSIC_
IT.pdf