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Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation, commonly referred to as Yang Ming, is a prominent player in the global shipping industry, headquartered in Taiwan (TW). Established in 1972, the company has grown to become a key provider of container shipping services, operating across major regions including Asia, Europe, and North America.
Specialising in the transportation of goods via a modern fleet, Yang Ming offers a range of services that include container shipping, logistics, and terminal operations. The company is recognised for its commitment to innovation and sustainability, continually enhancing its fleet to meet environmental standards. With a strong market position, Yang Ming has achieved notable milestones, including significant expansions and partnerships that bolster its competitive edge in the maritime sector.
+4 vs industry average
Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation’s score of 29 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation, a Taiwanese company in the 'Other transport equipment' sector, reported total carbon emissions for 2023 as approximately 5,730,996,000 kg CO2e. This figure comprises about 4,214,595,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions, approximately 18,137,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions, and about 1,509,564,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. In 2022, their Scope 1 emissions were approximately 4,034,300,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were about 11,200,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were approximately 648,041,000 kg CO2e. For 2021, Scope 1 emissions were around 3,989,793,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions approximately 10,733,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions approximately 120,928,000 kg CO2e.
The company has set several climate commitments. Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation aims for net-zero or near-zero emissions by 2050. They also target a 20% reduction in absolute GHG emissions from their fleet by 2030, compared to a 2018 baseline, and a 25% reduction in absolute GHG emissions from onshore operations by 2030, against a 2023 baseline. As of 2024, the carbon intensity of their operating vessels has reached 37g CO₂/TEU-km, representing an approximate 62.76% reduction from the 2008 base year, which exceeds the IMO’s 2030 reduction target of 40%.
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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