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 Airlines International S.A., headquartered in Luxembourg (LU), reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions from mobile combustion amounting to approximately 4,238,363,960 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions totalling about 1,751,600 kg CO2e. This reflects a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2022, where they were approximately 4,639,145,260 kg CO2e. The Scope 2 emissions for 2022 were about 1,691,770 kg CO2e. Cargolux has set a long-term commitment to reduce net aviation CO2 emissions by 50% by 2050, relative to 2005 levels. This target focuses on Scope 3 emissions, indicating a proactive approach to addressing the broader impacts of their operations. The airline has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, nor does it currently have any Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) targets. However, it continues to report on its emissions and sustainability efforts, demonstrating a commitment to transparency and climate action. Overall, Cargolux's emissions data and climate commitments reflect an ongoing effort to manage and reduce its carbon footprint in the aviation sector.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | 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 | - | - | - |
| 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.
