Cargolux Sustainability Profile
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, alongside Scope 2 emissions of 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 company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data as of the latest reports. Cargolux's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, ensuring that their reported figures are independently sourced. The airline continues to prioritise sustainability and carbon efficiency in its operations, as evidenced by its ongoing initiatives and commitments to reduce its environmental footprint.
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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'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.
Cargolux has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
