NAA Member News: Bentley Motors publishes fourth annual Sustainability Report
Last month, Bentley Motors published its fourth annual Sustainability Report, reaffirming its commitment to sustainability, detailing continued progress against its Beyond100+ strategy and setting out a pragmatic, forward-looking approach to delivering sustainable luxury amid a rapidly evolving global landscape.
In 2025, Bentley achieved its lowest fleet CO₂ emissions in recent history, maintained carbon neutral operations in Crewe, and remained on track to reveal its first fully electric Bentley in 2026, marking a pivotal milestone in the company’s transformation journey.
Alongside electrification, Bentley continues to advance a holistic decarbonisation strategy, addressing emissions across the full vehicle lifecycle. This includes expanded work on Direct Air Capture (DAC), increased use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) logistics, the advancement of eFuels and deeper integration of lifecycle analysis into product and supplier decision making. Responsible materials sourcing and supplier engagement is further enhanced under robust governance and concept studies being used to inspire bold thinking and guide long-term BEV and sustainability direction.
Dr. Frank‑Steffen Walliser, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Bentley Motors, said:
“True luxury is defined not only by what we create, but by how responsibly we create it. In a year marked by geopolitical uncertainty, infrastructure challenges and shifting customer expectations, Bentley has taken a considered and resilient approach – balancing progress with excellence. Celebrating World Earth Day, our 2025 Sustainability Report shows how Beyond100+ continues to guide our transformation, ensuring we deliver extraordinary vehicles today while shaping a responsible future for generations to come.”
The report also reflects updates to Bentley’s long-term product strategy, acknowledging the need for greater flexibility on the path to electrification. Bentley remains committed to the global 2050 net zero ambition, while continuing to offer PHEV and ICE powertrains alongside BEVs.
Beyond environmental progress, the report highlights Bentley’s ongoing commitment to its people and communities. In 2025, Bentley further strengthened its position as a Top Employer, achieved bronze accreditation with expanded Carbon Literacy training, invested in future skills for electrification, and advanced its diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging maturity ambitions.
Bentley’s role as a responsible business also continued to grow, with expanded community investment through the Advancing Life Chances programme, the evolution of the Bentley Foundation, expanding its focus beyond the environment, to also include arts and culture and global education and deepened engagement with suppliers, retailers and global partners.
Allison Christou, Senior Sustainability Manager, said:
“It is always a proud moment when we publish our annual Sustainability Report, highlighting the significant impact our colleagues make every day. Their passion, determination and continued drive for positive impacts on planet and people, enable Bentley to be a leading voice for sustainability in automotive and luxury. New for 2025, we bring our people even more to the fore with nine video case studies, bringing to life the incredible progress made in 2025.”
As the luxury automotive sector navigates one of the most significant transitions in its history, Bentley’s approach is clear: to redefine excellence, delivering sustainable luxury without compromise.
Published on World Earth Day, the report demonstrates how Bentley is embedding sustainability across every aspect of its business – from product strategy and decarbonisation, to manufacturing, supply chain transformation, innovation, and people, all whilst safeguarding the craftsmanship, performance and desirability that define the marque.
The Sustainability Report 2025 has been prepared with reference to the GRI standards and reflects Bentley Motors Limited’s UK operations for the period 1 January – 31 December 2025.
The full Bentley Sustainability Report 2025 is available online.
