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Sf Express, officially known as SF Holding, is a leading logistics and express delivery service provider headquartered in China (CN). Established in 1993, the company has grown to dominate the Other Transport Equipment industry, particularly in the realm of express delivery and logistics solutions. With a strong operational presence across major regions in China and expanding internationally, Sf Express offers a range of services including express delivery, freight transportation, and supply chain management.
What sets Sf Express apart is its commitment to technology-driven logistics, utilising advanced tracking systems and automated sorting facilities to enhance efficiency. The company has achieved significant milestones, including being listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange, which underscores its robust market position. Renowned for its reliability and speed, Sf Express continues to innovate, making it a preferred choice for businesses seeking comprehensive logistics solutions.
+29 vs industry average
Sf Express’s score of 54 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Transport Equipment Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Transport Equipment Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 31% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
SF Express, headquartered in CN and operating in the "Other transport equipment (35)" industry, has reported its carbon emissions and committed to significant climate action. The company's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, S.F. Holding Co., Ltd.
In 2024, SF Express's total reported emissions were approximately 12.45 billion kg CO2e. This included around 2.3 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1.1 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 9.05 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3. For 2023, total reported emissions were approximately 12.5 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 2.4 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 1.2 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 8.9 billion kg CO2e.
Looking further back, SF Express reported approximately 11.66 billion kg CO2e in total emissions for 2022. This comprised roughly 3.47 billion kg CO2e in Scope 1, 1.88 billion kg CO2e in Scope 2, and 6.31 billion kg CO2e in Scope 3. Specific Scope 3 categories for 2022 included approximately 2.52 billion kg CO2e from purchased goods and services, 2.07 billion kg CO2e from upstream transportation and distribution, 1.69 billion kg CO2e from fuel- and energy-related activities, 24.28 million kg CO2e from employee commute, and 1.49 million kg CO2e from waste generated in operations. In 2021, total emissions were around 9.08 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at roughly 2.83 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 1.68 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 4.56 billion kg CO2e.
SF Express, through its parent S.F. Holding Co., Ltd., has set ambitious climate commitments validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company commits to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050.
Near-term targets for S.F. Holding Co., Ltd. include a 42% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030 from a 2023 base year. Additionally, the company aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, and fuel- and energy-related activities by 25% within the same timeframe. S.F. Holding Co., Ltd. also commits that 60% of its suppliers, by emissions covering upstream transportation and distribution, will have science-based targets by 2029.
Long-term targets for S.F. Holding Co., Ltd. include a 90% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2050 from a 2023 base year, as well as a 90% absolute reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions within the same timeframe. These targets cover land-related emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks.
Furthermore, SF Express has stated commitments to reduce the carbon footprint of each package by 70% in 2030 compared to 2021, and to improve its own carbon efficiency by 55% by 2030 compared to 2021.
2050
90% reduction in Scope 1
S.F. Holding Co., Ltd commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90% by 2050 from a 2023 base year.* *The target boundary includ…
2050
90% reduction in Scope 2
S.F. Holding Co., Ltd commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90% by 2050 from a 2023 base year.* *The target boundary includ…
2030
42% reduction in Scope 1
S.F. Holding Co., Ltd commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from a 2023 base year.* *The target boundary includ…
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Data year: 2024
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