Climate Change Data

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company SA

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2020)

Reporting Period: 2020

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:29,766,646 tCO2e/year (Scope 1)
Scope 1 Emissions:29,766,646 tCO2e/year
Waste Generated:36,968.25 m3/year
Carbon Intensity:7.49 g CO2/ton/mile (Gülsün class vessels)

ESG Focus Areas

  • Logistics Decarbonisation
  • Fostering Inclusive Trade
  • Addressing Social Challenges

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced Energy Efficiency Operating Indicator (EEOI) by 44.3% from 2008 baseline (10 years ahead of IMO's 2030 target)
  • Bunkered 850,000 metric tons of biofuel with associated CO2 savings of 605,000 metric tons
  • 45% reduction in CO2 intensity at Brasil Terminal Portuario (BTP) due to electrification of RTGs
  • Significant reduction in marine fuel use at TTI Long Beach due to shore power, providing 14.88GWh of power

Social Achievements

  • Launched integrated multimodal solutions in Nigeria, improving cargo movement and employing 639 local people
  • Expanded inland operations in Côte d’Ivoire, creating over 300 local jobs
  • Invested approximately USD 2 million in infrastructure development in Nigeria, improving road conditions
  • MSC signed the World Economic Forum Supply Chain and Transport Industry Charter in support of UNICEF and COVAX Vaccine Distribution

Governance Achievements

  • Revised MSC Code of Business Conduct to include specific provisions related to compliance with the ILO Maritime Labour Convention (MLC, 2006)
  • Enhanced implementation of the MSC Procedure for Gifts and Corporate Hospitality
  • Contractually requested business partners to comply with applicable anti-bribery laws

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Net-zero emissions from shipping
Medium-term Goals:
  • Increase shift from trucks to railway and/or inland waterways
  • Invest in integrated intermodal solutions
  • Further expand rail operations in Europe
Short-term Goals:
  • Achieve Just-in-Time Arrival (JIT) at ports
  • Scale up renewable energy use at terminals
  • Test and deploy alternative fuel solutions

Environmental Challenges

  • COVID-19 pandemic causing trade disruptions and social challenges
  • Decarbonising the transportation industry
  • Crew change crisis impacting seafarer wellbeing and operational safety
  • Managing climate-related risks such as extreme weather events
  • Addressing human rights challenges in the maritime sector
Mitigation Strategies
  • Adapted operations to weaker market demand and reduced global supply capacity
  • Adjusted shipping routes and launched new services to meet changes in import/export volumes
  • Investing in fleet and operational improvements to enhance sustainability performance
  • Exploring and trialling alternative fuels and technologies
  • Engaging in cross-industry collaborations to accelerate decarbonisation solutions
  • Implementing robust health protection measures and safety protocols to prevent health risks
  • Actively engaging with governments and international bodies to address crew change crisis
  • Integrating human rights considerations into contractual requirements and risk assessments

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Integrating environmental criteria in procurement and assessment processes
  • Requiring suppliers to collect plastic packaging

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Extreme weather events
  • Disruptions to land-side logistics operations
Transition Risks
  • Technological and energy source challenges in decarbonisation
  • Regulatory changes
  • Market shifts
Opportunities
  • Development of energy-efficient products and services
  • Uptake of low-carbon technologies and renewable energy at terminals

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Sustainability Reporting Standards 2020, UN Global Compact

Certifications: ISO 45001

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)
  • SDG 13 (Climate Action)
  • SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth)
  • SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure)
  • SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities)
  • SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities)
  • SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)
  • SDG 14 (Life Below Water)
  • SDG 15 (Life On Land)
  • SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals)

MSC’s initiatives contribute to these goals through decarbonisation efforts, inclusive trade practices, capacity building, community investment, and environmental protection

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Gülsün class vessels with low-carbon footprint
  • Hybrid EGCS
  • Electrified equipment at terminals
  • Biofuel blends

Awards & Recognition

  • Ship of the Year award for MSC FEBE at Seatrade Maritime Awards International 2020
  • Highest (Sapphire) Award in the ‘Protecting Blue Whales and Blue Skies’ program
  • Logistic Solution of the Year award for MEDLOG Nigeria at Seatrade Maritime Awards International 2020
  • First port in Latin America certified for integration of SDGs into corporate strategy (EXOLGAN)