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Maritime Transport
US
updated 7 months ago

American President Lines, Ltd.

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American President Lines, Ltd. (APL) is a prominent player in the global shipping and logistics industry, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1848, APL has evolved into a leading provider of container shipping services, with a strong operational presence across Asia, Europe, and North America. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to supply chain solutions, offering a comprehensive range of services including ocean freight, inland transportation, and logistics management. APL's commitment to sustainability and efficiency sets it apart in a competitive market, making it a preferred choice for businesses seeking reliable shipping solutions. With a rich history marked by significant milestones, APL continues to maintain a strong market position, recognised for its exceptional service quality and operational excellence in the maritime sector.

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How does American President Lines, Ltd.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

65

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Maritime Transport industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

10

Industry Benchmark

American President Lines, Ltd.'s score of 65 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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American President Lines, Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from CMA CGM S.A.

American President Lines, Ltd., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of CMA CGM S.A., which cascades its emissions data and climate commitments down to American President Lines. As part of its climate strategy, CMA CGM S.A. has set various reduction targets, although specific targets for American President Lines are not detailed. The initiatives and commitments from CMA CGM S.A. include participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), which aim to enhance transparency and accountability in emissions reductions. While American President Lines has not disclosed its own reduction targets or specific emissions figures, it is aligned with the broader climate commitments of its parent company, CMA CGM S.A., which is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint in the shipping industry.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
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000,000,000
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Scope 3
7,600,000,000
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00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. American President Lines, Ltd.'s primary industry is Sea and coastal water transportation services, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for American President Lines, Ltd. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

American President Lines, Ltd. is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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