Corporate Business. In line with the commitment to reduce emissions and the search for carbon neutrality, the port and logistics company DP World, received for the first time the ship Liberty of the shipping line CMA CGM. With a length of 366 meters and a capacity of more than 14,800 TEU or 20-foot containers, the arrival of the Liberty marks a very important milestone for the country and for the region, as it is the first LNG-powered vessel to visit the West Coast of South America.
Considering that 80% of global trade is carried by sea, it is very important that in order to have more sustainable logistics chains, both ports and shipping lines adopt measures such as decarbonization. DP World is leading several actions to promote the reduction of the carbon footprint and achieve carbon neutrality at the South Pier in Callao by 2030. CMA CGM Group, meanwhile, aims to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050 and already has a fleet of 32 dual-fuel ‘biomethane and e-methane ready’ ships in operation, a figure that will reach 77 by 2027.
“At DP World Callao, we have a firm commitment to achieve carbon neutrality, for which we have made many key decisions. We highlight the gradual change of the energy matrix from fossil fuels to electricity, through the acquisition of new 100% electric cranes that are being added to the port expansion project, the purchase of a new fleet of new internal vehicles also 100% electric, among other initiatives, ”explains Sany Rodriguez, Director of Safety and Environment of DP World.
Renewable energy
Also as part of this commitment, since 2021, DP World has been procuring 100% electricity from renewable sources for operations in the Callao region. As of May 1, 2023, this has been certified by IREC International Standard, which means that DP World's electrical equipment is 100% free of CO2 equivalent emissions. With this, DP World will stop emitting an average of 4,320 tons of CO2 equivalent per year, reducing our carbon footprint by 30%.
