DHL and Lindt & Sprüngli partner to implement sustainable ocean freight solutions, targeting emission reductions. This collaboration aligns with their mutual goal of achieving net-zero by 2050. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Ocean Freight
From left to right: Gregor Avanidis, Corporate Logistics Manager at Lindt & Sprüngli; Frank Glienke, Senior Corporate Logistics Manager at Lindt & Sprüngli; Rrezarta Podrimja, Global Key Account Manager at DHL Global Forwarding; Casper Ellerbaek, Global Head of Ocean Freight at DHL Global Forwarding; Gregor Gut, Head Corporate Supply Chain at Lindt & Sprüngli; Johann Spriet, Corporate Supply Chain Sustainability Manager at Lindt & Sprüngli, Source: DHL Group

DHL and Lindt & Sprüngli have joined forces to pioneer sustainable ocean freight practices, significantly reducing environmental impact. Their strategic collaboration, focused on lowering emissions, has been in place since 2008, evolving toward a greener supply chain.

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With DHL’s GoGreen Plus service, Lindt & Sprüngli adopts biofuels made from waste materials, achieving an average of 80% reduction in emissions. In just a few months, they have already cut approximately 514.86 metric tons of CO2e emissions and aim to reach a total reduction of 4,800 tons by the end of 2024.

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This ocean freight solution not only reduces emissions but also ensures product integrity during transportation. DHL utilizes 40’ reefer containers, specially designed to maintain the quality of Lindt & Sprüngli’s chocolate products across vast distances, including key markets in the Americas, Asia, Australia, and South Africa.

Casper Ellerbaek, DHL’s Global Head of Ocean Freight, emphasizes their joint commitment to science-based targets and environmental stewardship. “Our collaboration with Lindt & Sprüngli reflects our dedication to sustainable logistics, setting a standard in the industry,” Ellerbaek noted.

Both companies are committed to sustainable practices, illustrating how business partnerships can drive industry-wide change. This impactful alliance sets an example in sustainable logistics, demonstrating the power of eco-friendly initiatives within ocean freight.

Photo, source: www.itln.in

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