Samskip, officially known as Samskip Logistics, is a leading logistics and transport company headquartered in the Netherlands. Founded in 1990, Samskip has established a strong presence across Europe, with significant operations in the Nordic countries, the UK, and the Baltic region. Specialising in multimodal transport solutions, Samskip offers a unique blend of services including container shipping, intermodal transport, and logistics management. Their innovative approach to sustainability and efficiency sets them apart in the competitive logistics industry. With a commitment to reducing carbon footprints and enhancing supply chain resilience, Samskip has garnered recognition for its forward-thinking practices. As a key player in the logistics sector, the company continues to expand its market position, delivering exceptional value to clients across various industries.
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In 2023, Samskip Holding B.V., headquartered in the Netherlands, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 192,518,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 19,915,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 321,476,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown includes significant contributions from upstream transportation and distribution (about 316,741,400 kg CO2e) and capital goods (approximately 2,363,970 kg CO2e). Samskip has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, using 2022 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company has established near-term targets to reduce these emissions by 42% by 2030. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified as consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Samskip's commitment to achieving net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2040 further underscores its dedication to sustainability and climate action. The company is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint in the water transportation sector.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 297,900,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 296,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 111,100,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Samskip's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 20% last year and increased by approximately 131% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 46% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 75% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Samskip has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
