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Nakilat

Nakilat, officially known as Qatar Gas Transport Company Limited, is a leading maritime and logistics service provider headquartered in Qatar. Established in 2004, Nakilat has rapidly evolved to become a key player in the global shipping industry, particularly in the transportation of liquefied natural gas (LNG). With a significant operational presence in the Middle East and beyond, the company boasts a fleet of state-of-the-art vessels that are renowned for their efficiency and safety. Nakilat's core services include ship management, marine support, and the operation of LNG carriers, setting it apart through its commitment to innovation and sustainability. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its fleet and strategic partnerships that enhance its market position. Recognised for its excellence, Nakilat continues to play a pivotal role in supporting Qatar's energy sector and contributing to the global LNG supply chain.

DitchCarbon Score

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10

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Maritime 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Nakilat's score of 10 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Nakilat's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Nakilat reported total carbon emissions of approximately 32,456,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 50,237,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with emissions from Scope 1 decreasing from about 55,642,160 kg CO2e in 2020 to 32,456,000 kg CO2e in 2023. This represents a significant reduction in direct emissions over the three-year period. For Scope 2 emissions, Nakilat's figures have also seen a decline, from 38,694,000 kg CO2e in 2021 to 50,237,000 kg CO2e in 2023, indicating a need for further improvement in energy efficiency and sourcing. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, suggesting that while they are tracking emissions, formal commitments to reduction targets are not currently in place. Overall, Nakilat's emissions intensity has improved, with a GHG emissions intensity of approximately 1,030 kg CO2e/Nm reported in 2023, down from 1,260 kg CO2e/Nm in 2020. This trend reflects Nakilat's ongoing efforts to enhance operational efficiency and reduce its environmental impact.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Nakilat's primary industry is Sea and coastal water transportation services, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Nakilat is headquartered in QA, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Nakilat is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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