Cargolux
Cargolux Airlines International S.A., commonly known as Cargolux, is a leading cargo airline headquartered in Luxembourg (LU). Established in 1970, the airline has grown to become a prominent player in the global air freight industry, with a strong operational presence across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Specialising in scheduled and chartered cargo services, Cargolux is renowned for its expertise in transporting high-value and time-sensitive goods, including perishables and oversized cargo. The airline's commitment to quality and reliability has earned it a solid market position, marked by numerous accolades and a loyal customer base. With a modern fleet of Boeing 747 freighters, Cargolux continues to innovate in logistics solutions, ensuring efficient and secure transport for its clients worldwide.
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Cargolux's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Cargolux reported carbon emissions of approximately 1,751,600 kg CO2e, with emissions solely from Scope 2. This marks a significant focus on reducing indirect emissions associated with energy consumption. In 2022, the company recorded emissions of about 4,639,145 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and approximately 1,691,770 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The trend shows a commitment to monitoring and managing their carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. In previous years, Cargolux's emissions were notably higher, with Scope 1 emissions reaching approximately 4,743,200 kg CO2e in 2021 and 4,309,983 kg CO2e in 2020. The company has demonstrated a gradual improvement in carbon efficiency, with reported CO2 efficiency per freight tonne-kilometre (FTK) of about 0.00051 in 2023, indicating ongoing efforts to enhance operational efficiency. Despite the absence of formal reduction targets or climate pledges, Cargolux's emissions data reflects a commitment to sustainability and carbon management, aligning with industry standards for climate accountability. The company continues to focus on transparency in its emissions reporting, which is crucial for stakeholders and regulatory compliance.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,485,274,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,475,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Cargolux 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.
