A.P. Moller-Maersk increases sustainable rail transport alternatives

Maersk has extended its sustainability support of German rail customers with a new CapO2 free intermodal transport solution, which is now available on 85% of its German inland rail services.

This local and cost neutral solution reduces CO2 emissions to zero and saves around 9,100 tons of CO2 annually compared to conventional trains and approx. 40,000 tons compared to road transport.

“Our aim is to be able to convert 100% of our rail inland network in a year from now, by Q1 2022. This is another example of Maersk’s effort to help customers reach their goals to reduce their CO2 footprint,” said Mr Johannes Tenschert, Maersk Intermodal Sales Manager, Germany.

The container trains, powered by green electricity, will connect the seaport of Bremerhaven with important domestic economic centres such as Mannheim, Stuttgart, Nuremberg and Munich.

Maersk rail transport in Germany is facilitated by ERS/boxXpress.de which operates 100% electric trains in the country. The Hamburg railway company uses 100 per cent renewable hydropower.

Despite challenging market conditions triggered by Covid-19, Maersk continues to make progress on its commitment to offering sustainable, future-oriented products. As the largest global container shipping and logistics company, it continues supporting its customers to achieve their sustainability goals across their logistics supply chains, said a release.