Hapag-Lloyd
Hapag-Lloyd AG, a leading global shipping company headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, has been a cornerstone of the maritime industry since its founding in 1847. With a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and the Americas, Hapag-Lloyd operates a vast fleet that provides comprehensive container shipping services across major trade routes. Specialising in container transportation, the company offers a range of services including logistics, supply chain management, and intermodal transport solutions. Hapag-Lloyd is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, positioning itself as a pioneer in eco-friendly shipping practices. As one of the largest container shipping lines in the world, Hapag-Lloyd has achieved significant milestones, including the integration of advanced digital technologies to enhance operational efficiency. Its dedication to customer service and reliability has solidified its reputation as a trusted partner in global trade.
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Hapag-Lloyd's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Hapag-Lloyd reported total carbon emissions of approximately 36,332,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 15,300,306,100 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 20,111,700 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 21,030,667,900 kg CO2e. This represents a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 36,105,687,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 15,262,925,100 kg CO2e and Scope 3 at about 20,841,739,000 kg CO2e. Hapag-Lloyd has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 60% reduction in overall emissions by 2030 compared to 2019 levels. This target includes a specific goal to reduce the CO2e intensity of its entire fleet by 30% (measured by Energy Efficiency Operational Indicator, EEOI) by 2030, consistent with a 60% reduction for its own fleet according to the Average Efficiency Ratio (AER) compared to 2008 levels. Notably, the company achieved a 40.5% reduction in emissions in 2020, surpassing the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) target of 40%. Hapag-Lloyd's emissions data is sourced directly from Hapag-Lloyd Aktiengesellschaft, with no cascading from a parent organization. The company is committed to transparency in its emissions reporting, covering all three scopes of emissions and detailing specific categories within Scope 3.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 13,405,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,273,000,000 | 0,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Hapag-Lloyd 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.
