Mainfreight Sustainability Profile
Mainfreight Limited, a leading global logistics provider, is headquartered in New Zealand and operates extensively across Australia, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Founded in 1978, Mainfreight has established itself in the transport and logistics industry, offering a comprehensive range of services including freight forwarding, warehousing, and supply chain management. What sets Mainfreight apart is its commitment to customer service and its unique operational model, which integrates various logistics functions under one roof. The company has achieved significant milestones, including a strong market position as a trusted partner for businesses seeking efficient and reliable logistics solutions. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Mainfreight continues to expand its global footprint while maintaining its core values of teamwork and integrity.
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Mainfreight's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Mainfreight reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,656,881,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 340,037,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 18,561,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions, particularly from fuel and energy-related activities, which accounted for about 1,175,870,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed emissions from purchased goods and services at around 340,037,000 kg CO2e and upstream transportation and distribution at about 1,703,329,000 kg CO2e. For the previous year, 2024, Mainfreight's total emissions were approximately 1,490,756,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 303,309,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 16,798,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from fuel and energy-related activities, totalling around 1,082,068,000 kg CO2e. Mainfreight has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 30% from a 2024 baseline by 2030. These targets reflect the company's long-term commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, as outlined in their scenario analysis. The company is currently on track to meet its near-term reduction targets for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Overall, Mainfreight's emissions data and climate commitments demonstrate a proactive approach to addressing climate change, aligning with industry standards and expectations for sustainability.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 263,758,950 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 15,413,540 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,115,195,200 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Mainfreight's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Mainfreight's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 10% last year and increased by approximately 190% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 53% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Mainfreight'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.
Mainfreight 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.
