Royal Vopak, headquartered in the Netherlands, is a leading global provider of tank storage services for bulk liquids, including chemicals, oil, and gas. Founded in 1999, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions such as Europe, Asia, and the Americas, positioning itself as a vital player in the logistics and supply chain industry. Vopak's core services include the storage and handling of liquid bulk products, with a focus on safety, sustainability, and efficiency. The company is renowned for its extensive network of terminals, which are strategically located to facilitate seamless distribution. With a commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility, Royal Vopak has achieved notable milestones, reinforcing its market position as a trusted partner in the energy and chemical sectors.
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In 2024, Royal Vopak reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,209,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 122,706,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 86,298,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 565,340,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, Vopak has committed to a near-term target of reducing its CO2 emissions by 30% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year, which includes emissions from growth projects. Vopak's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Koninklijke Vopak N.V., reflecting its corporate family relationship. The company is actively working towards its climate goals, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability in the water transportation sector.
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| 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 210,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 120,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Royal Vopak's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 20% last year and increased by approximately 20% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 73% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Capital Goods" being the largest emissions source at 44% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Royal Vopak 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.


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