Environment
With 90% of the world’s goods moved by sea, responsible maritime operations are essential to long-term success, resilient supply chains and sustainable growth for future generations.
At Holcim Trading, we’re committed to reducing our environmental impact across our operations.
Shipping is the most carbon-efficient way to move goods globally, emitting far less CO2 per tonne-kilometre than all other modes of transportation. Yet, its massive scale means that the sector is still responsible for roughly 2% of global CO2 emissions.
This presents a challenge: how do we lower emissions further in the lowest-emission transportation sector? The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has set a 2030 target of a 40% efficiency gain that can be met with significant improvements across fleets and operations.
The IMO target also requires a 50% reduction in total carbon emissions from international shipping by 2050 compared to 2008.
Achieving these goals relies on the development and deployment of low-carbon technologies. The next decade will be critical for designing and scaling solutions that make low-carbon shipping commercially viable.
IMO targets
Our commitment
Our aim is to lower our carbon emissions across our activities and offer products with lower environmental footprints that support climate-resilient infrastructure globally by various collaborations among value chain stakeholders.
We act throughout the value chain by:
- Collaborating with our suppliers to implement high-impact changes to sourcing and material usage
- Evaluating ship owners for CO₂ performance and advocate for efficient vessels
- Supporting proper port equipment maintenance to prevent harm
At Holcim Trading, our efforts are grounded in transparency and accountability. As signatories of the Sea Cargo Charter, we assess and disclose the ecological impact of our ship chartering.
We take the same committed approach to our Health & Safety and Human Rights endeavors. By screening partners and conducting regular drills, we increase safety while reducing risks.
Our procurement policy ensures materials are sourced in alignment with our rigorous responsibility standards. These principles apply in every market where we operate.
Through this comprehensive approach, we manage risks and deliver positive impact at sea, in port, and across our value chain.
