DP World joins Canada decarbonisation initiative for freight transport

Launched earlier in 2024, by GLOBE Series, Delphi and 7GEN, this initiative seeks to transform Canada’s freight-transportation sector by uniting retail and transportation leaders to design and deliver Canada’s first net-zero supply chain pilot.

The primary objectives are to increase efficiency and reduce the carbon emissions associated with transporting goods across Canadian urban centres, to develop a quantifiable case study that will accelerate the commercial adoption of decarbonisation technologies through a practical, data-driven pilot and to unlock long-term cost savings while improving air quality and community health.

“This collaboration is a significant step towards our goal of achieving net-zero logistics and underscores our commitment to pioneering sustainable practices in the freight-transportation sector. By working together with key partners, we are not only reducing our carbon footprint but also setting a replicable standard for the industry,” commented Doug Smith, CEO of DP World in Canada

DP World wants to drive the energy transition and promote environmental stewardship while ensuring continued trade flow worldwide. It seeks to become carbon-neutral by 2040 and net-zero carbon by 2050.

The logistics giant also joined the First Movers Coalition (FMC) setting a target of 5% of its marine power to come from hybrid engines and zero-emission fuels by 2030.

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