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Inland Water Transport
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updated 23 days ago

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company S.A.

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MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company S.A., commonly known as MSC, is a global leader in the shipping and logistics industry, headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1970, MSC has grown to become one of the largest container shipping companies in the world, with a strong presence in key operational regions including Europe, Asia, and the Americas. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including container shipping, logistics, and terminal operations, distinguished by its commitment to customer service and innovative solutions. MSC's extensive fleet and global network enable it to provide efficient and reliable transport solutions, making it a preferred choice for businesses worldwide. With numerous accolades and a robust market position, MSC continues to set industry standards in maritime transport and logistics.

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How does MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company S.A.'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.

8

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Inland Water Transport 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.

9

Industry Benchmark

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company S.A.'s score of 8 is lower than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company S.A.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company S.A. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,640,159,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 370,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The emissions data indicates a significant reliance on fossil fuels, with Scope 1 emissions being the predominant contributor. In previous years, MSC's Scope 1 emissions were recorded at approximately 2,078,105,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and about 29,766,646,000 kg CO2e in 2020, highlighting fluctuations in emissions over time. The company has not provided specific Scope 3 emissions data, which typically includes indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. As a current subsidiary of MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company S.A., the data reflects the company's ongoing efforts to align with industry standards for sustainability, although no specific science-based targets (SBTi) or climate pledges have been established. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, aiming for transparency in its environmental impact.

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20182019202020222023
Scope 1
28,959,904,000
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00,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
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000,000
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company S.A.'s primary industry is Inland water transportation services, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company S.A. is in CH, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company S.A. 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.

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

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