Fraport AG, headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany, is a leading global player in the airport management and aviation services industry. Founded in 1924, the company has established itself as a key operator of Frankfurt Airport, one of the busiest airports in Europe, while also managing numerous international airports across various regions. Fraport's core services encompass airport operations, ground handling, and passenger services, distinguished by their commitment to safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its global footprint through strategic partnerships and investments in infrastructure. With a strong market position, Fraport is recognised for its innovative approaches to airport management and sustainability initiatives, making it a pivotal force in shaping the future of air travel.
How does Fraport's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Fraport's score of 34 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Fraport reported total carbon emissions of approximately 22.4 billion kg CO2e, comprising 36,555,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 122,942,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 22 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of approximately 22.3 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 36,235,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 148,499,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 22 billion kg CO2e. Fraport has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. Additionally, the company has a long-term target to achieve net zero emissions in Scope 1 and 2 by 2045 at its Frankfurt site. They also aim to reduce net greenhouse gas emissions by at least 65% by 2030 compared to 1990 levels, targeting a reduction to 80,000 metric tons CO2e by that year. Fraport's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are reported directly from Fraport AG. The company is actively working towards its climate goals, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability in the aviation industry.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 36,400,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 153,700,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Fraport's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 1% last year and increased by approximately 1% since 2023, 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 85% 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.
Fraport 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.

