Gb Railfreight, a leading player in the railway transportation services industry, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1999, the company has established itself as a key provider of freight services across the UK, with significant operations in regions such as the East Midlands and the South East.
Specialising in the transportation of bulk goods, intermodal freight, and logistics solutions, Gb Railfreight is recognised for its commitment to safety and efficiency. The company has achieved notable milestones, including expanding its fleet and securing long-term contracts with major clients.
With a strong market position, Gb Railfreight continues to innovate within the sector, offering unique services that cater to the evolving needs of its customers while contributing to sustainable transport solutions.
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Gb Railfreight’s score of 21 is lower than 43% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Rail Transport has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Rail Transport industry has reduced its overall emissions by 26% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2025
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Gb Railfreight's reported carbon emissions
GB Railfreight, a provider of railway transportation services based in GB, reported a total of approximately 166,879,000 kg CO2e for the year 2022. This figure encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions.
Breaking down the emissions for 2022:
- Scope 1 emissions totalled approximately 164,036,000 kg CO2e, primarily driven by mobile combustion (about 162,015,000 kg CO2e) and stationary combustion (approximately 17,000 kg CO2e).
- Scope 2 emissions were around 397,000 kg CO2e, attributed to purchased electricity.
- Scope 3 emissions amounted to approximately 2,446,000 kg CO2e, with key contributors including business travel (about 1,074,000 kg CO2e) and employee commutes (approximately 1,056,000 kg CO2e). Other Scope 3 categories reported include waste generated in operations (around 252,000 kg CO2e), upstream transportation and distribution (about 60,000 kg CO2e), and downstream transportation and distribution (approximately 6,000 kg CO2e).
GB Railfreight has set a significant climate commitment: to achieve a 100% reduction in all Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2050. This net-zero target aims for a complete decarbonisation across its operations. The company also participates in initiatives such as the Business Ambition for 1.5°C.
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Gb Railfreight’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2024
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