DHL Group Partners with Neste to Advance Sustainable Logistics and Achieve Net-Zero Emissions by 2050

DHL Group Partners with Neste to Advance Sustainable Logistics and Achieve Net-Zero Emissions by 2050

(IN BRIEF) DHL Group has partnered with Neste to explore renewable solutions, such as renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), to help the company achieve its goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The collaboration aims to reduce emissions from both air and road transportation, with interim targets set for 2030. DHL plans to gradually increase its SAF usage, targeting 300,000 tons per year by 2030, while also exploring the use of renewable diesel in road transport. The two companies have already been collaborating in areas like SAF delivery and the development of the ISCC Credit Transfer System.

(PRESS RELEASE) BONN, 5-Feb-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — DHL Group is committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions in its logistics operations by 2050, with a bold strategy to decarbonize its entire logistics chain. As part of this effort, the company has partnered with Neste to explore renewable solutions, including renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), to help reduce emissions from both air and road transportation.

The collaboration will focus on leveraging Neste’s innovative renewable solutions, such as HVO100 (renewable diesel), to support DHL Group’s decarbonization objectives. Specifically, the companies aim to work together to integrate these sustainable fuels into DHL’s operations, helping the company meet its interim target of electrifying two-thirds of its last-mile delivery vehicles and achieving a 30% share of sustainable fuels across all modes of transport by 2030.

To meet DHL’s aviation goals, Neste and DHL will develop a commercial model that gradually increases the supply of SAF, aiming for the delivery of around 300,000 tons of unblended SAF per year by 2030. This partnership will also involve exploring the potential for using renewable diesel in DHL’s road transportation network, further driving down emissions.

Yin Zou, EVP of Corporate Development at DHL Group, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, “This agreement with Neste is a major step towards achieving our net-zero emissions target by 2050. By collaborating with a global leader in renewable fuels, we can accelerate our progress towards meeting our 2030 interim goals. Together, we will create new solutions that will not only help us but also benefit our customers in their sustainability efforts.”

Carl Nyberg, Senior Vice President of Commercial, Renewable Products at Neste, added, “We are excited to deepen our collaboration with DHL Group and offer our renewable fuels as part of a comprehensive approach to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. This partnership allows us to contribute to both road and air transportation decarbonization, helping DHL remain a leader in sustainable logistics.”

DHL and Neste have already been working together for several years, particularly in the field of sustainable aviation fuel. Their partnership has also contributed to the development of the ISCC Credit Transfer System, which enables organizations to credibly track and report emission reductions from SAF use, further advancing sustainability in logistics.

DHL Group is the world’s leading logistics company. The Group connects people and markets and is an enabler of global trade. It aspires to be the first choice for customers, employees and investors worldwide. To this end, DHL Group is focusing on growth in its profitable core logistics businesses and accelerating the digital transformation in all business divisions. The Group contributes to the world through sustainable business practices, corporate citizenship and environmental activities. By the year 2050, DHL Group aims to achieve net-zero emissions logistics.

DHL Group is home to two strong brands: DHL offers a comprehensive range of parcel and international express service, freight transport, and supply chain management services, as well as ecommerce logistics solutions. Deutsche Post is the largest postal service provider in Europe and the market leader in the German mail market. DHL Group employs approximately 600,000 people in over 220 countries and territories worldwide. The Group generated revenues of more than 94 billion Euros in 2022.

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Neste (NESTE, Nasdaq Helsinki) uses science and innovative technology to transform waste and other resources into renewable fuels and circular raw materials. The company creates solutions for mitigating climate change and accelerating a shift to a circular economy. Being the world’s leading producer of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel and a forerunner in developing renewable and circular feedstock solutions for polymers and chemicals, the company aims to help its customers to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions by at least 20 million tons annually by 2030.

The company’s ambition is to make the Porvoo oil refinery in Finland the most sustainable refinery in Europe. Neste is committed to reaching carbon-neutral production by 2035, and will reduce the carbon emission intensity of sold products by 50% by 2040. Neste has also set high standards for biodiversity, human rights and the supply chain. The company has consistently been included in the CDP and the DJSI lists of the world’s most sustainable companies. In 2023, Neste’s revenue stood at EUR 22.9 billion. Read more: neste.com

Media Contacts:

DHL:
Media Relations
Jessica Balleer
Phone: +49 228 182-9944
E-mail: pressestelle@dhl.com

Neste:
Tel. +358 800 94025
media@neste.com

SOURCE: DHL Group