Euronav NV, a leading player in the maritime industry, is headquartered in Antwerp, Belgium. Founded in 2004, the company has established itself as a prominent operator of large crude oil tankers and floating storage units, primarily serving the global oil and gas sector. With a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, Asia, and the Americas, Euronav is renowned for its commitment to safety and environmental sustainability. The company’s core services encompass the transportation and storage of crude oil, leveraging a modern fleet that includes some of the largest vessels in the world. Euronav's innovative approach to shipping and its strategic focus on efficiency have positioned it as a market leader, recognised for its operational excellence and robust financial performance. Notable achievements include a strong track record in fleet management and a commitment to reducing carbon emissions in maritime transport.
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In 2023, Euronav reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,016,762,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 2,226,796,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 175,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 789,791,000 kg CO2e. The company has made significant commitments to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 40% reduction in carbon dioxide emissions per transport work by 2030, compared to 2008 levels, with aspirations to reach a 70% reduction by 2050. Additionally, Euronav targets a 50% reduction in total annual greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, also relative to 2008 levels. In the near term, Euronav aims to reduce its Scope 1 emissions to near zero by 2025 and has set a goal to decrease these emissions by 10% from a 2020 baseline. For Scope 2 emissions, the company plans a 27% reduction by 2025 from the same baseline year. These initiatives reflect Euronav's commitment to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change within the shipping industry.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 3,280,230,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 400,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 3 | 635,830,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Euronav is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.