HMM collaborates with Hellmann Worldwide Logistics for sustainability initiatives using Green Sailing Service

From left, Helge Neumann-Lezius, Hellmann, and Shin Kim, HMM (Photo: HMM)

As part of efforts to manage scope 3 emissions, HMM has assisted Hellmann Worldwide Logistics in reducing its carbon emissions following the use of the Green Sailing Service, a low-carbon transport solution.

The Green Sailing Service is a carbon-insetting platform introduced by HMM that enables customers to lower their carbon footprint proactively and address scope 3 emissions effectively.

The methodology for this service is advised by PwC Korea.

Carbon insetting directly reduces carbon emissions in the sector where they are actually emitted during their business activities, whereas carbon offsetting works by purchasing certificates or funding a carbon-reduction project outside the business realm.

Scope 3 emissions are the result of activities from assets not owned or controlled by the reporting organization, but that the organization indirectly affects in its value chain. 

For the Green Sailing Service, HMM has used second-generation marine biofuel, consisting of 30 percent biodiesel derived from used cooking oil and 70 percent high-sulfur fuel oil (HSFO).

The amount of CO2 saved using marine biofuel was allocated to Hellmann for the scope 3 emission reduction during maritime transport.

HMM currently uses biofuels on its designated vessels to generate less carbon emissions on a lifecycle basis (well to wake).

Other alternative fuels, including LNG and methanol, are expected to be available in the latter half of the year or early next year.

In addition, HMM will issue a “Green Sailing Service Declaration” that contains the amount of carbon reduction and alternative fuels used based on relevant documents.

Third-party certification will also be provided in the near term.

“We are delighted to experience one of the finest examples of successful cooperation between industries making meaningful progress toward a net-zero future,” said Shin Kim, HMM’s chief container-business officer. “Together with Hellmann, we will continue to develop mutually beneficial relationships and, at the same time, welcome anyone with whom we can share the ambitions for environmental initiatives and find a way to go green.”

Jens Wollesen, chief operating officer for Hellmann Worldwide Logistics, added, “As a sector with a substantial impact on global CO2 emissions, we carry a significant responsibility to foster greener logistics. Through our collaboration with HMM and active involvement in the Green Sailing Service program, Hellmann is reaffirming its commitment to sustainable practices in the sea-freight industry. By providing our clients with insetting solutions, we directly reduce CO2 emissions where they are being produced rather than merely offsetting them. I firmly believe that this approach is the path forward for the global container-shipping industry to make a meaningful impact and to enable our customers to decarbonize their supply chains.”