Hapag-Lloyd and IKEA Collaborate to Cut CO2 Emissions in Container Shipping
In a strategic partnership aimed at decarbonizing container shipments from Asia, Hapag-Lloyd and IKEA Supply Chain Operations have joined forces. From March 2024 to February 2025, both entities will utilize Hapag-Lloyd’s premium biofuel option, “Ship Green 100”, replacing conventional marine fuel oil with waste- and residue-based biofuel. This initiative is expected to slash CO2 emissions by approximately 100,000 tonnes for IKEA during the specified period.
Danny Smolders, Managing Director Global Sales at Hapag-Lloyd, emphasized the significance of this collaboration, citing IKEA’s steadfast commitment to sustainability. By leveraging the Ship Green program, both companies aim to significantly reduce CO2e emissions, marking a crucial step in Hapag-Lloyd’s journey towards achieving net-zero fleet operations by 2045.
IKEA has set ambitious targets to curtail relative GHG emissions from product transportation by 70% by 2030 and transition to zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles and ocean vessels by 2040. Dariusz Mroczek, Category Area Transport Manager at IKEA Supply Chain Operations, stressed the importance of collaborative efforts in reducing immediate emissions from ocean shipping while acknowledging that biofuel represents a transitional solution towards zero-emission fuels and technologies.
Hapag-Lloyd’s introduction of the Ship Green product underscores its commitment to offering emission-reduced ocean transport solutions. Customers can opt for varying levels of CO2e emission avoidance – 100%, 50%, or 25% – based on biofuel usage across all shipment types, including standard, reefer, hardtop, or tank equipment. This initiative reflects a proactive approach towards sustainability in the maritime industry.
source: https://container-news.com/
