Abstract:

To secure a significant improvement in overall productivity and efficiency of the system, future development of the network should aim to secure a better integration of the various modes of transport. The objective must be to create an efficient and cost-effective system while minimising the adverse impact on the environment. Freight transport, for one, is a large contributor to emissions of CO2 (carbon dioxide) and mitigating its environmental impact is essential to strive for a sustainable future. Of the total transport sector, road transport accounts for more than twothirds of the CO2 emissions, shipping accounts for 14% and aviation 11%. Sustainable supply chain management has been at the forefront of reducing emission due to freight transportation. Activities such as reducing packaging, using more fuel-efficient transportation or requiring suppliers and forwarders to adopt environmental and social programmes can reduce costs as well as environmental impact, and improve corporate social reputation too.

This report aims towards the reduction of GHG (greenhouse gas) emissions by addressing the existing gaps and challenges related to the supply chain to manage freight transport emissions.