Hapag-Lloyd and DB Schenker have entered into a decarbonisation partnership with the German logistics provider selecting Hapag-Lloyd’s “Ship Green” sustainable transport solution.
DB Schenker and Hapag-Lloyd have signed an agreement for emission-reduced container transports with waste- and residue-based biofuel. By the end of 2023, DB Schenker plans to claim approximately 3,000 metric tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) emissions avoidance. This is based on at least 1,000 tonnes of pure biofuel.
“Collaborations like these set a clear signal in the industry and are another example of a step-by-step approach to further decarbonise supply chains,” said Henrik Schilling, managing director of Global Commercial Development at Hapag-Lloyd.
Thorsten Meincke, global board member for Air & Ocean Freight at DB Schenker, pointed out, “This partnership further enlarges our global biofuel offer in ocean freight. With this commitment, we are one step closer to our goal of becoming carbon-neutral.”
Hapag-Lloyd launched the Ship Green product in May to offer its customers emission-reduced ocean transports. Based on biofuel, customers of Hapag-Lloyd can add Ship Green as an additional service to their existing bookings – thereby avoiding CO2e emissions.
Using the so-called “Book & Claim” chain of custody, Hapag-Lloyd can attribute avoided emissions to all ocean-leg transports, regardless of the vessel and route used. Ship Green is available for all shipments containing standard, hardtop, or tank equipment.
