DB Schenker partners with Hapag-Lloyd to decarbonise supply chains

The logistics provider and Hapag-Lloyd have signed an agreement for emission-reduced container transports with a waste- and residue-based 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 Global Commercial Development at Hapag-Lloyd.

“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", said Thorsten Meincke, Global Board Member for Air & Ocean Freight at DB Schenker.

By 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.

Hapag-Lloyd has launched the Ship Green product 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. By offering Ship Green, Hapag-Lloyd is continuing along its path towards achieving climate-neutral fleet operations by 2045.

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