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Corporate News
Letter for Saturday April 20, 2024.
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Renowned
economist predicts decline of large container vessels in future trade landscape
Marc LevinsonThe large container vessels might become increasingly obsolete, according to the renowned economist, historian and journalist Marc Levinson, in a future trading landscape, where trade is more fragmented and regionalised, involving shipping over shorter distances, and the volume of product shipped grows more slowly due to advances in technology.
“I don't think that these enormous vessels are really so
practical, aside from the fact that they don't really seem to have the
economies of scale that were promised,” he highlighted on The Freight Buyers’
Club. “We've seen that they lack flexibility in the face of a changing world
economy.”
He added, “The average distance of international trade is
becoming shorter. I think the reasons for this are obvious. Some trade is
regionalizing. In other cases, you've got a lot of great growth in new
countries where the distance to trading partners is relatively short.
“So you might want a 25,000 TEU ship to carry freight between
Shanghai and Rotterdam, but is it really the most efficient way to carry
freight between Shanghai and Mumbai, or Singapore or Indonesia, or places where
you're now seeing substantial industrial growth?
“In those cases, I think the time required to deal with these
giant ships in port will outweigh any advantages that may come from the size of
the vessel.”
In another part of the podcast, Levinson noted that some of the
new tariffs proposed by former US president Donald Trump were “a threat to
trade”.
Trump has warned he will impose a universal baseline tariff of
10% on all imported goods, and tariffs of more than 60% on imports of Chinese
goods if he wins the upcoming US election in November.
However, despite geopolitical flashpoints and conflict
dominating the start of the current year and protectionist economic policies
gaining ground worldwide, Levinson said fears in some quarters of a return of
mercantilism or a new Cold War were overblown.
“I think mercantilism is probably a bit strong, but we're
definitely moving to trade in some parts of the economy being much more driven
by governments,” he noted.
German ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd has announced the
implementation of a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for shipments from India to
Arabian Gulf Ports.
The surcharge will apply to all sailings starting from 20 April
2024 and will remain in effect until further notice.
Here are the details of the PSS:
·
20' Reefer Container: US$100
·
40' Reefer Container: US$200
The geographical scope of this PSS is as follows:
·
From India: Nhava Seva, Kandla and Mundra
·
To Arabian Gulf Ports: Umm Qasr in Iraq and Dammam in Saudi
Arabia.
ClassNK has approved the basic design drawings of a
multi-purpose container carrier developed by Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK
Line) utilizing 3D models.
This milestone marks the world's first ocean-going ship to
complete the basic design process, including class approval, solely through 3D
drawings from the conceptual design to the basic structural design, during the
initial stages of ship construction.
Traditionally, the sharing of design information among
shipyards, ship owners, and class societies has relied on 2D drawings,
necessitating the conversion of shipyard-created 3D models into 2D drawings for
approval processes.
Image of 3D
drawings / Courtesy of NYK Line.Recognizing these challenges, NYK Line and ClassNK have been advancing a project to enhance the utilization of 3D models in new ship designs. The 3D model data created by NYK Line on its ship design 3D CAD system was processed with the interface system of ClassNK's PrimeShip-HULL, a ship structure design support system provided by ClassNK and ensures the use of consistent design data across different tools.
ClassNK has completed all plan approvals at the basic design
stage without the need for the conversion to 2D drawings.
Moving forward, ClassNK will continue to work on standardizing
the 3D plan approval scheme and strive to support digitalization and advanced
initiatives in ship design.
Veson
Shipping Market Outlook: Chinese economy’s recovery, elevated interest rates
and ongoing political tensions add to an atmosphere of uncertainty
Port of BrisbaneVeson Nautical, which delivers maritime freight management solutions, said there are several elements of unpredictability affecting the shipping market forecasts for the second quarter of 2024.
The Chinese economy's recovery currently teeters on instability,
casting a shadow of uncertainty over the industry due to China's pivotal role
as a major demand driver. Elevated interest rates in Western economies heighten
the risk of a severe downturn, potentially stalling prospective growth.
Ongoing geopolitical tensions, coupled with related
repercussions and sanctions, add to an atmosphere of uncertainty; any notable
escalation or de-escalation in these conflicts could profoundly affect the
broader economic trajectory. And lastly, the potential for disruption in the
Panama Canal and Suez Canal, influenced by both natural occurrences and the
unpredictable nature of certain military groups, is injecting an additional
element of instability into the economic landscape.
Here’s a breakdown of how this uncertainty could play out across
tankers, bulkers, containers, and gas industries.
Tankers
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Volatility in rates and expectations will continue with
movements in the oil price, Russian volume developments, OPEC+ decisions, and
member compliance, as well as China’s ability to maintain economic growth and
high crude imports and refinery runs.
·
Uncertainty surrounding the extent to which Russian production
and exports will be affected by sanctions imposed by authorities or via
voluntary measures taken by traders, shipowners, insurance companies, and oil
companies will continue to influence activity in the foreseeable future.
·
After picking up in 2023, Tanker ordering has continued this
past quarter. The total DWT ordered so far is more than twice the amount
ordered during the first quarter of 2023, despite high new building prices.
·
Tonne-mile demand expectations in 2024 and beyond remain strong
in our current Base Case, following negative developments in both 2020 and 2021
for the total Tanker market, including both crude and product carriers.
·
During 2024, tonne-mile demand will be boosted by the impact of
vessels avoiding the Red Sea, a development which could be reversed during the
next couple of years of our forecast period.
Bulkers
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Modest growth in demand is expected to surpass low growth in
supply, paving the way for a fundamentally strong market balance.
·
The current canal disruptions and the consequent rerouting of
vessels are adding an additional layer of upside in the near term as
tonne-miles are significantly affected.
·
China is investing heavily in green energy and has become a
leading producer of new energy vehicles and solar panels. This trend is
expected to continue, which will support domestic steel demand.
·
The anticipated opening of the Simandou iron ore mine in Guinea
in 2025 is poised to reshape the dynamics of the iron ore trade and will likely
increase iron ore tonne miles due to the longer sailing distances.
·
Coal demand is expected to peak this year but is predicted to
remain firm in the foreseeable future.
A low order book and hesitancy to invest in new vessels amid fuel-related uncertainties have restricted the upcoming deliveries in the Bulker sector. This has created a favourable supply situation for shipowners, as net fleet growth is limited.
Containers
·
Our current analysis points to demand growth of 3.1% yearly
average over the period from 2024-2027, with a forecasted growth of 2.4% for
2024.
·
In conjunction with easing congestion, rates have come down
sharply and are expected to bottom out between the second half of 2024 and the
first half of 2025, before rising somewhat as the pains of returning to normal
abate. Despite the non-fundamental increase in freight rates in the past
months, we believe rates will come under pressure and continue to decline in
2024.
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With almost 9 million TEUs entering the market over the next
couple of years, we expect a supply surplus. Looking at the order book, dual
fuel vessels account for c.45% in terms of vessels and even more in terms of
TEUs, indicating liners are well underway in the green transition, with LNG and
Methanol being the preferable solution. The order book is still significant at
c.27% of the fleet at the beginning of 2024.
Scrapping activity has remained muted with 0.13 mil TEUs in 2023, but this is expected to increase going forward. With the EU ETS being live and a general tightening of CO2 emissions regulations, we anticipate that operating elderly, non-eco vessels will become increasingly costly.
Gas
·
In the US, we expect LPG production to grow at a slower speed
than previous years and forecast a growth of 2.1% in 2024. Exports will also
grow at a moderate pace in 2024 due to the latest terminal expansion in the
fourth quarter of 2023.
·
VLACs have been a hot topic lately, with several vessels
expected to be delivered in 2026 and 2027. However, we do not expect the new
vessels to load ammonia in their first few years, but rather LPG until the
ongoing blue and green ammonia projects reach sufficient volumes.
·
Earnings are forecasted to see a correction throughout 2024 as
US production growth is expected to be modest and domestic consumption is
likely to increase.
·
The stress on transits through the Panama Canal is likely to see
large seasonal variations, with the recent draught in the Gatun Lakes as
something that could substantially impact VLGC transits in the following years.
However, we expect an increase in daily transits for 2024 as the water level
projections are improving according to the Panama Canal Authority.
·
Asian demand for LPG is forecasted to see slight growth in 2024
for PDH plants and domestic consumption as economic growth is moderate and
oversupply is still a concern. We forecast a continuation of the current trade
pattern in the ammonia market, with increasing demand in Asia.
In the petrochemical gas trades, US ethylene is expected to continue to ship to Asia and Europe on price competitiveness.
The Veson Shipping Market Outlook was written by Rebecca
Galanopoulos Jones, Senior Content Analyst at Veson Nautical
Astrid
Mærsk’s first-ever green methanol bunkering in China
Maersk marked a significant achievement with the arrival of the
large methanol-enabled vessel "Astrid Mærsk" at Yangshan Port in
Shanghai.
This milestone event signifies the inaugural green methanol
bunkering alongside cargo and bunkering operations in China, facilitated
through collaboration with the Shanghai International Port Group (SIPG).
As Maersk commemorates a century of serving China's foreign
trade, the event highlights the company's commitment to reducing carbon
emissions in the maritime sector and acknowledges its extensive history of
cooperation with partners and stakeholders involved in Chinese international
trade.
"For a century, Maersk’s conviction to facilitating global supply chains has been the driving force behind our active contribution to China's foreign trade, with substantial investments in infrastructure, services, and people. As we continue to pioneer sustainable practices, the deployment of large methanol-enabled vessels in the Asia-Europe trade showcases both rich heritage and the beginning of an exciting new era based on strong partnerships.
For the energy transition to succeed, we need to go together, and
we are working closely with dedicated partners like SIPG, customers, industry
peers and regulators to cross the next frontiers in making green ocean
transport the easy choice," stated Vincent Clerc, CEO of A.P.
Moller-Maersk.
This initiative also showcases Shanghai's readiness and
dedication to environmental leadership, establishing a model for other ports in
both China and globally to emulate.
"We are thrilled to partner with Maersk in our joint pursuit of this ambitious goal of decarbonization. Maersk and SIPG have responded to the new trend of the industries’ green and low-carbon development, and have conducted fruitful cooperation in this field.
Today, the first green
methanol bunkering with simultaneous operation for a large ocean-going vessel
at Shanghai port marks a new milestone between the two parties. It will
undoubtedly enhance the strength of the Shanghai port to establish it as a major
regional hub for green methanol fuel bunkering," commented Jinshan Gu,
chairman of Shanghai International Port Group.
Following
its naming ceremony in early April, the "Astrid Mærsk" sailed from
Yokohama, Japan to Shanghai. This vessel marks the second of Maersk's 18
significant methanol-enabled ships, anticipated for delivery between 2024 and
2025.
"We are delighted to bring 'Astrid Mærsk' to Shanghai and marking the first green methanol bunkering in China. This signifies a remarkable proof point of vital green methanol infrastructure coming into place and it underscores our focus on creating long-term value by seeking innovative solutions, foster collaboration, and embrace adaptability to meet the evolving demands of the society, customers and employees.
With sustainability at the
forefront of our agenda, we are committed to leading the way in decarbonizing
global logistics for a greener future," said Silvia Ding, managing
director of Maersk Greater China.
Arkas Line breaks newbuilding hiatus with four-ship order in China
Turkish box carrier Arkas Line has ordered four 4,300 TEU
container ships at China's CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding. Arkas said the
total contract value is US$240 million and the ships are expected to be
delivered between February and August 2028.
The company said, “Built as an eco-designed new generation ship,
the ships will support Arkas' sustainability strategy by reducing carbon
emissions thanks to their fuel performance measurement system as well as their
capacity.”
It is the first time in nearly eight years that Arkas has
ordered a newbuilding. In October 2016, Arkas commissioned four 3,158 TEU ships
at Zhoushan Changhong International Shipyard; these vessels have since been
sold.
In January, Arkas and its compatriot peer, Turkon, joined
Hapag-Lloyd's weekly Mediterranean - US East Coast USX service. Alphaliner’s
report today (10 April) noted that in June 2022, Turkon had ordered a 4,000 TEU
pair at its affiliated shipbuilder, Sedef Shipyard, and these ships are
expected to be assigned to the USX service.
Alphaliner said, “The new Arkas ships could be earmarked for the
same route and they will be the largest in the carrier’s fleet. The North
Europe-West Africa trade, where Arkas Line is also partnering with Hapag-Lloyd,
could be another potential trade for some of the new ships.”
Arkas, with its feedering unit EMES, is ranked 31st among
box lines worldwide, operating 36 container vessels of 59,500 TEUs, including
31 owned ships.
Wärtsilä ANCS introduces revolutionary radar system
Wärtsilä ANCS, a division of the technology group Wärtsilä, has
unveiled the NACOS Platinum Solid State X-Band Radar, a groundbreaking radar
system set to redefine safety and reliability standards in marine navigation.
Engineered with cutting-edge solid-state transceiver technology,
this system boasts a compact housing and gearbox, eliminating the necessity for
conventional magnetrons. This design ensures minimal maintenance requirements
and reduces lifecycle costs for vessel operators, all while maintaining
top-notch performance, according to Wärtsilä.
The NACOS Platinum Solid State X-Band Radar offers a range of
key benefits, including optimized target detection in various environmental
conditions, enhanced target tracking through independent signal processing, and
adaptive pulse transmission for superior hazard recognition.
Moreover, the radar's advanced signal processing capabilities
and intelligent filter algorithms deliver exceptional target presentation,
enabling unparalleled long-range target detection without the need for
preheating and tuning.
"At ANCS, we push the boundaries of maritime technology to
enhance safety and efficiency at sea. The NACOS Platinum Solid State X-Band
Radar is a significant advancement in radar technology, offering our customers
unprecedented levels of safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness,"
stated Eberhard Maass, head of Product Navigation, Wärtsilä ANCS.
In addition, the NACOS Platinum Solid State X-Band Radar
seamlessly integrates with all NACOS Platinum Navigation Systems, ensuring
effortless retrofitting and offering vessel operators a straightforward pathway
to upgrading to cutting-edge radar technology.
APM Terminals Gijón handles largest container ship in port history
This month, APM Terminals Gijón successfully managed the arrival
of the largest container ship ever to visit the Port of El Musel on Spain’s
northern coast.
MSC Katyayni, measuring 275 meters in length and 40 meters in
width, docked at the terminal for a total of 33 hours, during which 740
containers were loaded and unloaded.
Enhancements made to the terminal to accommodate larger vessels
will boost competitiveness for importers and exporters in northern Spain.
Moreover, the introduction of a Post-Panamax QC903 ship-to-shore crane last
year, coupled with improvements in operational capabilities stemming from the
adoption of lean working methodologies by APM Terminals globally, has enabled
the terminal to manage the surge of larger ships efficiently.
The new crane boasts a nominal load capacity of 40 tons, a
height under spreader of 33 meters (eight meters more than the crane it
replaced), and a 16-rows outreach (three rows more than its predecessor). For
vessels exceeding 250 meters, the terminal offers a maximum draft of 10.2
meters.
Liberian Registry earns QUALSHIP 21 for 2024-2025
The Liberian Registry, recognized as the world's largest
shipping registry, has once again qualified for the QUALSHIP 21 (QS21) program
for 2024-2025 as awarded by the United States Coast Guard (USCG). This
acknowledgment highlights the Registry's steadfast dedication to maintaining
exceptional standards within the maritime sector.
The QS21 initiative recognizes both vessels and flag
administrations that consistently adhere to rigorous safety and quality
protocols while navigating through and engaging in port activities within the
United States. Moreover, to qualify for this esteemed program, flag
administrations must maintain a Port State Control (PSC) detention ratio of
less than 1% over a three-year duration, with a minimum of 10 annual PSC
inspections.
"Achieving QS21 is a humble testament to the collective
efforts of our team and our dedication to ensuring the highest standards of
safety and quality. We are grateful to our owners and operators of the Liberian
Registry's fleet, this honour reflects our shared goals.
Furthermore, I look to the future and hope to see more
collaboration from both USCG and other Port State Control administrations. Our
cooperation with the USCG aims to foster mutual understanding, which in turn
will enable flag states to act proactively and transparently to achieve our
common objectives," stated Alfonso Castillero, CEO of the Liberian
International Ship and Corporate Registry (LISCR).
/// Air Cargo News ///
DHL and Prada make fashion greener with SAF
Photo: DHLDHL Global Forwarding has announced the first
investment of the Prada Group in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) credits,
utilising DHL Global Forwarding’s GoGreen Plus service.
Already in 2023, the partnership with DHL allowed Prada Group to
save approximately 4,500 metric tons of CO2e, which would correspond to 7% of
the Group’s total transport associated emissions.
By leveraging sustainable fuels, DHL Global Forwarding is able
to support customers in effectively reducing their transport emissions from
airfreight.
SAF allows for a reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by at
least 80% compared to conventional aviation fuel. The fuel itself is produced
from waste sources, such as used cooking oil and food waste. DHL follows hereby
an insetting approach, utilising sustainable fuels to reduce emissions directly
at the source.
Air carriers use sustainable biofuels on behalf of DHL, leading
to reductions in emissions. These emission reductions are transferred to DHL,
who then allocates them to the shippers in the form of certificates.
“In today’s world, it is crucial to establish a clear roadmap
for decarbonization that involves carriers, SAF manufacturers, regulators, and
customers. We are proud that Prada Group has chosen to leverage the expertise
of DHL Global Forwarding to form a partnership that we believe will drive the
much-needed change forward,” said Mario Zini, managing director of DHL Global
Forwarding Italy.
The SAF utilised by DHL for the Prada Group is certified by the
International Sustainability & Carbon Certification (ISCC). This
certification guarantees that the fuel is produced in compliance with rigorous
sustainability standards.
The ISCC is an independent initiative and renowned certification
system that promotes sustainable, traceable, deforestation-free, and
climate-friendly supply chains. It covers various materials including
sustainable agricultural biomass, biogenic wastes and residues, non-biological
renewable materials, and recycled carbon-based materials.
Embraer and Correios sign MoU to develop air cargo
Photo:
EmbraerEmbraer and Brazil’s state-controlled postal company, Correios,
have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that will see the companies
conduct joint studies to optimise and expand the Brazilian and international
air networks for large cargo and goods.
The partnership will seek to increase Correios’ efficiency in
air transport and reduce operation costs compared to other modes. It will also
evaluate challenges and opportunities for new business models involved in
Embraer platforms, such as the E-190F, E-195F, and C-390 Millennium.
“With this partnership, we will be able to bring more efficiency
to our logistics network and thus benefit the Brazilian population, which is
our greatest mission as a public company and representative of the federal
government,” said Fabiano Silva dos Santos, president of Correios.
“We are the largest air cargo operators in the country; no other
logistics company has even half the airlines and cargo handled by Correios.” He
added that the remodelling of the company’s air network is part of its
modernisation project, Correios
do Futuro (Correios of the Future).
“We are very pleased to collaborate with Correios in studying a
more efficient logistics network for the transport of goods, both in Brazil and
internationally. Embraer has a consolidated aircraft portfolio, and the
solutions to be studied together will allow Correios to expand its service
offering to its customers with high reliability and efficiency,” commented
Bosco da Costa Junior, president and chief executive of Embraer Defense &
Security.
Embraer’s first passenger to freighter E190F aircraft has
recently successfully completed
its first test flight in São José dos Campos,
Brazil.
The company said it “is on schedule to complete its first
conversion from E-Jet to a cargo version of the aircraft”, after launching its
programme to convert
E190 and E195 passenger aircraft to freighters in
March 2022.
Embraer said it currently has two contracts for converting up to
20 E-Jets into freighters.
Turkish Cargo sees volumes and revenues decline in
2023
Source:
Turkish CargoTurkish Cargo saw revenues and volumes decline last year on the
back of lower airfreight rates and a weaker air cargo market. The Istanbul-hubbed carrier saw cargo
revenues decline by 30% year on year in 2023 to $2.6bn, while cargo volumes
fell by 1.2% to 1.7m tons.
The declines reflect overall market conditions as volumes for
the year are estimated by IATA to have fallen by around 3.7% and yields were
down by just over 30%.
Turkish Cargo pointed out that volumes were also in the first part of the year affected by the devastating earthquake that hit the country in February.
Source: Turkish Airlines.
The airline pointed out that volume performance improved as the
year progressed and in the final quarter of the year demand increased by 12% –
the first quarterly improvement registered since 2021.
It added that cargo ton kms were up 16% compared with 2019 due
to fleet expansion. Meanwhile, the cargo
revenue decline slowed to 3% in the fourth quarter.
“Tripling its market share in airfreight market in the last 10
years, our company bolstered its success by ranking fourth among the world’s
top air cargo carriers according to IATA’s 2023 data,” the company said.
Turkish Cargo’s share of overall revenues also normalised during
the year, returning to 12.4% from 20.3% last year. In pre-Covid 2019 the figure
stood at 12.8%.
In terms of freighter fleet, the carrier added three unspecified
wet-leased aircraft last year to bring its freighter fleet to 24 aircraft: 10 x
A330Fs, 8 x B77Fs and 6 x unspecified leased aircraft.
United Cargo opens Newark Airport facility
Newark
Airport facility. Photo: United CargoUnited Cargo has opened a 165,000 sq ft cargo facility at Newark
Liberty International Airport (EWR).
The extra cargo handling capacity that the new facility at 100
Frontage Road provides will support United Airlines’ plan to fly more widebody
aircraft at EWR. The facility is a five-minute drive from the airline’s 154,000
sq ft on-airport facility at 344 Brewster Road.
The facility includes 40 loading dock doors with aluminum
grill grates and insulated panel doors; eight high-speed roll up doors on
weight activation sensors; 38 trailer truck stalls across from the dock for
truck trailer staging; 1,008 skids of total pallet storage volume on racking;
eight quad outlets and four duplex outlets in the ULD storage racking; 58 PMCs
of total ULD storage capacity on racking; 48 ft high ceiling, allowing for
future racking growth; and 100% electric MHE forklifts.
Temperature-controlled storage features also include two coolers
(2 to 8 °C), measuring 2,700 sq ft; one temperature-controlled room (15 to 25
°C), measuring 4,500 sq ft; six speed doors with air curtains to maintain the
temperature in each room; and 16 duplex outlets with a dedicated 20 amps each.
“We are the number one cargo carrier in the world, and with
warehouses like this one, we can truly outperform even more,” said cargo
president Jan Krems. “With this new space, we will successfully serve the
Newark area and customers worldwide even better than before.”
EWR represents nearly 30% of United Cargo’s global tonnage and
revenue.
“This investment in EWR is incredibly important because it’s
such a critical hub for us across the network.,” said EWR and IAD airport
operations senior vice president Mike Hanna. “It’s not only one of our most
important hubs, but a gateway to the world as we serve 61 international
destinations. As one of the largest employers in New Jersey, we want to invest
in the fabric of the community — making sure we partner with local companies
across the tristate area. We’re continuing to make great investments in this
hub as the New Jersey hometown airline.”
DHL launches automated service centre to speed up Hong Kong handling
Photo: DHLDHL Express has launched a new service centre in Hong Kong that
it said is equipped with a fully automated sorting system to support the
growing demands of air cargo trade and international express delivery.
Located in the Tuen Mun West dedicated logistics site, the
HK$1.5bn DHL Express Hong Kong West Service Center (KWC) is within “easy reach”
of Hong Kong International Airport via Tuen Chek tunnel and increases space for
operations by over 90%, according to DHL.
The automated sorting system means the new facility can handle
over 50,000 shipments a day and doubles the sorting capacity of its
predecessor.
The facility is also newly equipped with inline reweighing and
dimensioning machines and 100% inline X-ray screening to facilitate greater
operational efficiency and accuracy in shipment handling.
“The recent launch of our expanded Central Asia Hub at the Hong
Kong International Airport and the opening of this fully automated Hong Kong
West Service Center strengthen our network and capabilities.
It also reinforces our commitment to enhancing Hong Kong’s
position as an international trade and logistics hub,” said Andy Chiang, senior
vice president and managing director of DHL Express Hong Kong and Macau.
The KWC is DHL Express Hong Kong’s first service centre to earn
the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) gold certification,
and the company has incorporated sustainability in its design and operations to
ensure the facility is aligned with its 2050 net-zero emissions mission.
“At DHL, we keep sustainability close to heart,” added Chiang.
“Earning the first LEED Gold certification for our service center in Hong Kong
is a testament to our ongoing efforts to reduce our carbon footprint across all
operations. DHL will continue to invest in low-emission solutions, sustainable
energy sources, greener vehicle fleet and facilities to further enhance
operational efficiency while minimizing the environmental impact.”
The facility includes expandable electric vehicle (EV) charging
stations with the capacity to support over 30 EV chargers; 100%
battery-operated forklifts to reduce carbon emissions; a highly efficient
air-conditioning system and big ceiling fans for better ventilation and
efficient energy consumption.
Building management systems and smart meters are deployed for
remote monitoring and control of energy consumption, plus all lighting is
equipped with dimmable LEDs powered by smart controls to minimise electricity
consumption. The system is programmed to turn off lights during non-peak hours
and switch off lights when rooms are unoccupied.
The facility launch follows efforts by DHL Express to expand
its GoGreen Plus service in a bid to increase its
sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) operations.
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