Ocean Network Express (ONE) and Yusen Logistics have reached an agreement to promote sustainable shipping through ONE's green shipping service, ONE LEAF+ (Low Emission-Able Freight).
The service allows customers to manage their emissions and reduce their environmental impact throughout the supply chain.
In a statement, ONE said this collaboration demonstrates how the industry can advance sustainable supply chain practices and marine transportation to deliver environmental benefits.
"Under this agreement, ONE will use sustainable biofuels for propulsion, achieving up to 84% reduction in well-to-wake CO2 emissions compared to Very Low Sulphur Fuel Oil (VLSFO)," it said.
Meanwhile, as a freight forwarder, Yusen Logistics will offer this green shipping option to customers, enabling them to simultaneously reduce their Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
"This collaboration with Yusen Logistics represents an important step in expanding the availability of green shipping solutions in Asia. Through ONE LEAF+, we are offering customers the flexibility to reduce their supply chain emissions while maintaining the reliability they expect from ONE," said Gilberto Santos, senior vice president of Global Commercial and Service Management at ONE.
"Together, we are advancing our shared commitment to sustainable shipping and supporting the industry's decarbonization goals," he added.
Kohei Omura, head of ocean freight forwarding Group at Yusen Logistics, said: "We are very pleased to sign an agreement with ONE as the first logistics company in Asia and aim to build a more sustainable future through the provision of eco-friendly shipping solutions together. By utilizing ONE LEAF+, we are proud to offer our customers more sustainable choices and contribute to the reduction of GHG emissions."
ONE LEAF+ currently uses UCOME (Used Cooking Oil Methyl Ester), a non-toxic and biodegradable biofuel derived from food production. Customers can choose flexible CO2e savings from approximately 10-80% and receive independently verified emissions reduction certificates to track their environmental impact.
ONE said it aims to be a sustainable, resilient and trusted global shipping partner as it continues to implement its Green Strategy and Decarbonisation Roadmap to drive immediate action while developing long-term solutions.
It is focused on enhancing fuel efficiency for its operations and fleet by making modifications to vessels and exploring new propulsion technologies.
