Nippon Express Europe GmbH
"Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) stands out as a key solution for reducing carbon emissions in the transportation industry. In a significant move towards advancing SAF adoption, Nippon Express Europe GmbH acquired SAF from Lufthansa Cargo in June 2023, aiming to achieve a substantial emissions reduction of 3,150 tons.
Concurrently, NX GROUP introduced the NX-GREEN SAF program, allowing customers to mitigate CO2 emissions within their supply chains. Customers' financial contributions support the integration of SAF into the carrier's operational network, fostering a cleaner future for air transport. This collaborative approach enables carriers, logistics service providers, and shippers to collectively address the cost challenges associated with SAF deployment, a crucial hurdle in its widespread adoption.
Through the NX-GREEN SAF program, customers receive audited SAF certification, facilitating emissions reduction within their scope 3 emissions*. NX GROUP's global sales teams are equipped to assist customers in comprehending the advantages of SAF, fostering collaboration to meet expectations and provide comprehensive SAF information.
The collective efforts of airlines, logistics service providers, and shippers across the supply chain are pivotal in scaling SAF usage. This not only showcases Corporate Social Responsibility but also contributes significantly to a more sustainable future. For any inquiries about SAF, please reach out to your local Nippon Express office or contact NEEU-EHQ.ACD-SAF@nipponexpress.com.
*Scope 3: It encompasses emissions that are not produced by the company itself and are not the result of activities from assets owned or controlled by them, but by those that it's indirectly responsible for up and down its value chain.
Reference:
Smart Freight Center (2023). Voluntary Market Based Measures Framework for Logistics Emissions Accounting and Reporting Smart Freight Center (2021). Sustainable Aviation Fuel Greenhouse Gas Emission Accounting and Insetting Guidelines"
