• UPDATE: DHL and CMA CGM accelerate decarbonization of ocean freight with joint biofuel initiative
BONN, Germany – Logistics company DHL Group and shipping line CMA CGM have agreed to a joint biofuel initiative to reduce ocean freight emissions, the companies announced on December 22, 2025.
The partnership involves the use of 8,990 metric tons of second-generation biofuel, projected to cut approximately 25,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalent emissions.
What is new?
DHL Group and CMA CGM have entered into an agreement to jointly use 8,990 metric tons of second-generation biofuel made from Used Cooking Oil Methyl Ester (UCOME). The initiative is designed to reduce the carbon footprint of ocean freight transported under DHL’s GoGreen Plus service, with an estimated well-to-wake emission reduction of 25,000 metric tons of CO2e.
Key Details
Under the agreement, CMA CGM will physically bunker the biofuel across its shipping fleet.
This action supports DHL’s “Book & Claim” approach, which is part of its GoGreen Plus service. This service allows DHL customers to select sustainable marine fuel options for their shipments, enabling a reduction of up to 80% in greenhouse gas emissions compared to conventional maritime fuels.
The collaboration utilizes CMA CGM’s ACT+ low-carbon transport offering, which allows shippers to integrate sustainable maritime transport solutions into their logistics operations.
Context and Ambitions
Both companies have stated a shared goal of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Olivier Nivoix, Executive Vice President of Shipping for the CMA CGM Group, commented on the partnership’s role in accelerating the industry’s shift to low-carbon shipping. “ACT+ offers reliable and scalable solutions backed by our fleet designed for alternative fuels,” Nivoix said.
CMA CGM reports it has already reduced the carbon intensity of its shipping activities by 57% since 2008 and is investing in alternative fuels and dual-fuel vessels. The two companies plan to continue exploring opportunities to increase the use of lower-carbon fuels and develop new collaborative methods for decarbonizing international supply chains.
About the Companies
DHL Group is a global logistics and mail services company based in Bonn, Germany. It provides international express shipping, freight transport, and supply chain management services worldwide. Its GoGreen Plus service is an offering for customers to reduce carbon emissions associated with their shipments.
CMA CGM Group is a French-based global company specializing in sea, land, air, and logistics solutions. The group operates a large fleet of vessels, including some designed for alternative fuels, and offers services like its ACT+ program to support lower-carbon transport.
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