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Transport Equipment Manufacturing
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Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries Co.,Ltd. Sustainability Profile

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Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries Co., Ltd., often referred to as HSHI, is a prominent player in the shipbuilding and heavy industries sector, headquartered in South Korea (KR). Established in 1973, the company has made significant strides in the maritime industry, specialising in the construction of various vessels, including container ships, bulk carriers, and specialised offshore structures. With major operational facilities located in the Ulsan region, HSHI is renowned for its innovative approach to shipbuilding, leveraging advanced technology and sustainable practices. The company’s core offerings include high-quality shipbuilding services and marine engineering solutions, which distinguish it in a competitive market. Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries has consistently achieved notable milestones, solidifying its position as a leader in the global maritime industry.

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36

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Transport Equipment Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

24

Industry Benchmark

Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries Co.,Ltd.'s score of 36 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries Co.,Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering Co., Ltd.

Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries Co., Ltd., headquartered in South Korea (KR), currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in kg CO2e. The company is a current subsidiary of HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering Co., Ltd., which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. As of now, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges from Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries. The absence of specific initiatives or targets suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing its climate strategy or may rely on the broader commitments of its parent organisation. Given the context of the shipbuilding industry, which is under increasing pressure to reduce carbon emissions and enhance sustainability, it is likely that Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries will need to align its practices with industry standards and expectations. This may include adopting science-based targets and participating in initiatives such as the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), from which it inherits performance data. In summary, while Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. currently lacks specific emissions data and reduction targets, its affiliation with HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering Co., Ltd. may provide a framework for future climate commitments and initiatives.

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Scope 2
569,199,000
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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries Co.,Ltd.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries Co.,Ltd.'s primary industry is Transport Equipment Manufacturing, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries Co.,Ltd.'s Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries Co.,Ltd. is in KR, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries Co.,Ltd.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries Co.,Ltd.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 641% last year and increased significantly since 2020, 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 94% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
94%
Purchased Goods and Services
4%
Investments
1%
Business Travel
<1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%

Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries Co.,Ltd.'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.

Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries Co.,Ltd. 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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