Cargotec Corporation, commonly referred to as Cargotec, is a leading Finnish company headquartered in Helsinki, Finland (FI). Founded in 2003, Cargotec has established itself as a key player in the logistics and cargo handling industry, with a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and North America. The company focuses on innovative solutions in cargo and load handling, primarily through its well-known brands, Kalmar, Hiab, and MacGregor. Cargotec's core offerings include container handling equipment, marine cargo solutions, and on-road load handling systems, all designed to enhance efficiency and sustainability in logistics operations. With a commitment to technological advancement, Cargotec has achieved significant milestones, including numerous industry awards for innovation. As a market leader, Cargotec continues to shape the future of cargo handling, driving progress in the global supply chain.
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In 2024, Cargotec reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 3.42 billion kg CO2e, comprising 13,627,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 4,719,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 3,402,350,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a significant commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with a target to achieve carbon neutrality in its own operations by 2030. Cargotec's climate strategy is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target encompasses emissions from purchased goods and services, as well as the use of sold products. In previous years, Cargotec's emissions were notably higher, with 2023 emissions reaching approximately 6.52 billion kg CO2e and 2022 emissions at about 6.26 billion kg CO2e. The company is actively working towards reducing its Scope 3 emissions, with specific targets of 42% reduction by 2030 and 63% by 2035 for low-emission equipment. Cargotec's initiatives include the introduction of electric equipment, such as the Kalmar Electric Reachstacker, which is expected to play a crucial role in achieving its zero-emissions target by 2030. The company is committed to transparency and accountability in its climate actions, ensuring that its strategies are in line with global climate ambitions.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 20,100,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 28,100,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 145,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Cargotec's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 48% last year and increased significantly since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 68% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Cargotec 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.


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