Maersk and Danone collaborate to reduce emissions from logistics
Maersk is partnering with Danone, one of the world's leading food and beverages companies, to reduce its logistics greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by using Maersk ECO Delivery Ocean, a product based on reduced GHG emission fuels like bio-diesel or bio-methanol which are produced solely from waste feedstocks. These fuels are then used on vessels across the Maersk fleet. With the applied version of ECO Delivery Ocean by Danone the GHG emissions are reduced by more than 40% compared to conventional fossil fuels.
“We are happy to partner with Maersk through Danone’s Partner for Growth program. The ECO Delivery Ocean product and its reduced greenhouse gas emissions align well with our decarbonization strategy to focus primarily on alternative fuels and multimodal transportation. Maersk is an important partner and using their product to reduce CO2 emissions on sea freight marks yet another step in our decarbonization journey.”
Jean-Yves Krummenacher, Global Chief Procurement Officer at Danone
Danone is committed to net zero emissions by 2050 and has aligned its pathway to net zero with the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) already back in 2017. Maersk has a net zero target of 2040 and is the first shipping and logistics company which has a pathway to net zero approved by the SBTi.
“The swift reduction of greenhouse gas emissions is at the core of both our companies. Well-known companies like Danone can act as a beacon in their industries by using effective levers to decarbonize their supply chains. We are proud to be Danone’s trusted partner in this important task.”
Emilio de la Cruz, Maersk Area Managing Director South West Europe
The close partnership between Danone and Maersk comprises much more than only ocean transport, but also comprehensive inland transport solutions and dedicated control towers taking care of smooth logistics operations at all times.