Stolt Nielsen Sustainability Profile
Stolt-Nielsen Limited, a leading global provider in the logistics and transportation sector, is headquartered in GB. Founded in 1959, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia. Stolt-Nielsen operates primarily in the chemical and bulk liquid transportation industry, offering a diverse range of services such as tankers, terminals, and logistics solutions. Renowned for its innovative approach, Stolt-Nielsen's core offerings include the transportation of bulk liquids and the operation of tank terminals, distinguished by their commitment to safety and efficiency. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its fleet and the development of state-of-the-art terminal facilities. With a robust market position, Stolt-Nielsen continues to set industry standards, making it a trusted partner in the global supply chain.
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Stolt Nielsen's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Stolt Nielsen reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,604,097,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 251,687,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 407,109,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 2023, where they were about 1,607,205,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions increased from approximately 242,326,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions rose from about 338,002,000 kg CO2e. Stolt Nielsen has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to operate a carbon-neutral business by 2050, with a focus on reducing Scope 1 emissions. Additionally, they plan to have at least one carbon-neutral ship in their fleet by 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, the company targets a 65% reduction in fish products in their ongrowing feed for sole and a 50% reduction for turbot by 2030, relative to 2020 levels. These commitments are part of a broader strategy to exceed the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) target of a 50% reduction in emissions by 2030, relative to 2008 levels, specifically for Stolt Tankers. The emissions data is cascaded from their parent company, Stolt-Nielsen Limited, which oversees their sustainability initiatives and performance metrics.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,916,743,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Stolt Nielsen'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.
Stolt Nielsen 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.
