DP World + PIL ink MoU for green solutions: Emirati logistics giant DP World has inked an MoU at COP28 with Singapore-based shipping company Pacific International Lines to develop green solutions for global supply chains, according to a statement.
Details: The two companies will run trial shipments between Jebel Ali Port in Dubai and destinations within PIL’s network, with initiatives to reduce the shipments’ GHG footprints, including powering vessels using a biofuel blend as well as deploying container handling equipment that runs on renewable energy.
In the long-term: DP World aims to expand the initiative to include other ports within its global network. PIL also seeks to trial alternative fuel options, including e-LNG, green methanol or green ammonia for their vessel operations and bunkering.
Joint target: The partnership aims to facilitate the two sides’ mutual goal of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050, according to a statement.
IN OTHER DP WORLD NEWS- DP World has joined the International Transport Forum ’s Corporate Partnership Board in efforts to promote sustainable, innovative, and responsible business practices in the global transportation industry, according to a statement.