Kuehne+Nagel has announced the launch of its carrier engagement sustainability programme, a new initiative designed to enhance sustainability practices within the air logistics sector. As part of this programme, the company has signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) with fourteen global airline carriers, aiming to reduce the environmental impact of airfreight transportation.
The participating airlines include American Airlines, Air Canada, Air France Cargo and KLM Cargo, Atlas Air, Azul, Cargolux, Cathay Cargo, Delta Air Lines, LATAM Airlines Group S.A., Lufthansa Cargo, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, and United Airlines. These agreements cover carriers operating across four continents, broadening the scope of sustainability collaboration.
The programme focuses on several key areas, including the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), transparency in emissions tracking, and a broader sustainability approach. SAF, derived from renewable resources, is a key component of the initiative, with the potential to reduce lifecycle CO2 emissions by an average of 80% compared to conventional jet fuel. In addition, Kuehne+Nagel and the participating airlines will regularly exchange data to monitor emissions, track reduction progress, and assess the impact of sustainability efforts beyond carbon emissions.
Fabiano Piccinno, Air Logistics Global Head of Sustainability at Kuehne+Nagel, stated that the agreements reflect a collective commitment to sustainability within the air logistics industry. The company aims to continue expanding the programme by engaging with additional carriers, increasing the proportion of its airfreight emissions covered under sustainability initiatives.
Currently, the signed MoUs account for approximately 50% of Kuehne+Nagel's airfreight emissions, based on 2024 data. The company plans to further extend this coverage as part of its broader sustainability strategy.
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Stephanie Gillespie
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