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APL Limited Sustainability Profile

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APL Limited, also known as APL, is a prominent player in the logistics and supply chain management industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in the early 20th century, the company has established itself as a leader in providing innovative shipping solutions across major operational regions, including North America, Asia, and Europe. Specialising in container shipping and freight transportation, APL Limited is renowned for its commitment to efficiency and sustainability. The company offers a range of services, including intermodal transportation and supply chain optimisation, distinguished by its advanced technology and customer-centric approach. APL's strategic initiatives have positioned it as a key competitor in the global market, earning accolades for its operational excellence and reliability.

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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.

11

Industry Benchmark

APL Limited'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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APL Limited's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from CMA CGM S.A.

APL Limited, headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no emissions figures are available. The company is a current subsidiary of CMA CGM S.A., which cascades its emissions data and climate commitments down to APL Limited. As part of its climate strategy, APL Limited aligns with the initiatives set forth by its parent company, CMA CGM S.A., which has established science-based targets for emissions reduction. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for APL Limited itself have not been disclosed. The absence of direct emissions data highlights the importance of APL Limited's commitment to sustainability through its affiliation with CMA CGM S.A., which is actively engaged in various climate initiatives, including the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). In summary, while APL Limited does not provide specific emissions data or reduction targets, it is positioned within a corporate family that prioritises climate action and sustainability.

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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is APL Limited's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. APL Limited's primary industry is Maritime Transport, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is APL Limited's Location?

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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 APL Limited is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

APL Limited's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

APL Limited's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 44% last year and increased by approximately 163% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 41% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 54% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
54%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
27%
Capital Goods
17%
Waste Generated in Operations
3%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

APL Limited's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

APL Limited has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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