Sustainability at maersk

Sustainability at A.P. Moller - Maersk

A comprehensive ESG strategy with a commitment to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions across our business by 2040.

Annual Report 2024

Our ESG priorities

Our ESG (Environment, Social, Governance) strategy encompasses the material sustainability impacts, risks and opportunities for Maersk and is centred around three core commitments, each with supporting strategic KPIs and targets.

We continuously measure and report on our progress against set targets for each of the material ESG categories we work on.

Environment
We will take leadership in the decarbonisation of logistics
Social
We will ensure that our people thrive at work by providing a safe and inspiring workplace
Governance
We operate based on responsible business practices

Environmental priorities

Climate change

Climate change

Learn more about the actions we are taking to support our customers’ decarbonisation journeys, and our societal commitment to reach net zero as fast as possible.
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Environment and ecosystems

Learn more about the actions we are taking to avoid and reduce our impact on nature, as well as protect animal habitats where we operate.

Social priorities

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Human capital

It takes talent to drive transformations. See how Maersk ensures a highly engaged workforce with the right skills is on board for the journey.
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Human rights

Human rights are at the heart of our ESG commitments. Learn more about our human-centric approach to sustainable transformation.
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Diversity, equity and inclusion

We are committed to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces where every Maersk employee feels equally included and valued for who they are and what they contribute.
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Employee relations & labour rights

Our workplaces are founded on respect for labour rights and relations. See what this means in practice.
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Safety and security

Follow our progress as we embed the capacity to fail safely into our business and the industries we influence.

Governance priorities

Business ethics

Business ethics

Unethical behaviour, including corruption, distorts the opportunities for progress on global prosperity, equality and health. See what Maersk does to mitigate the risk.
Citizenship

Citizenship

We take active responsibility to support the societies and communities where we operate. Explore our latest projects.
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Sustainable procurement

Find out how we are driving responsible business practices throughout our own and our customers’ supply chains.
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Responsible tax

Well-functioning tax systems are integral to fair and sustainable development. Learn more about our contributions.
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Data ethics

We use and process data based on the principles of Transparency, Innovation, Respect and Security. Learn more about our values-based approach to innovation.

Highlighted stories

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Case studies Connected for progress: Advancing electric freight solutions together
17 Oct 2025
Press releases Maersk and CATL Forge Global Strategic Partnership in Supply Chain Electrification and International Logistics
10 Oct 2025
Sustainability From insight to action: Peer benchmarking to reduce GHG emissions
7 Oct 2025
Growth Greater China’s evolving role in global trade: Logistics trends and opportunities
30 Sep 2025
Sustainability How the rise in electric car sales is shaping logistics: Video
4 Sep 2025
Sustainability IMO’s net zero framework: A turning point for global shipping
29 Aug 2025
Press releases Maersk Ruakura Cold Store Becomes First to Achieve New Zealand’s Highest Green Star Rating
18 Jul 2025
Press releases New Maersk vessel class to enter service
18 Jun 2025
Sustainability The shift to electric fleet vehicles in logistics
4 Jun 2025
Press releases Maersk and Sotraser Announce Electric Truck Operations in Chile
28 May 2025
News Integrating Ireland Supply Chains through Maersk’s Dublin Warehouse Campus
21 May 2025
Sustainability Achieving efficient logistics, starting with the containers
19 May 2025

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