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Ocean Network Express and Yusen Logistics Co., Ltd are pleased to announce a new agreement for sustainable shipping solutions through ONE's green shipping service, ONE LEAF+.  This collaboration demonstrates how the industry can advance sustainable supply chain practices and marine transportation to deliver environmental benefits. Scope 3 GHG emissions As a freight forwarder, Yusen Logistics will offer this green shipping option to customers Under this agreement, ONE will use sustainable biofuels for propulsion, achieving up to 84% reduction in well-to-wake CO2 emissions compared to Very Low Sulphur Fuel Oil (VLSFO). As a freight forwarder, Yusen Logistics will offer this green shipping option to customers, enabling them to simultaneously reduce their Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.  Availability of green shipping solutions Says Gilberto Santos, Senior Vice President, Global Commercial and Service Management, ONE, “This collaboration with Yusen Logistics represents an important step in expanding the availability of green shipping solutions in Asia." "Through ONE LEAF+, we are offering customers the flexibility to reduce their supply chain emissions while maintaining the reliability they expect from ONE. Together, we are advancing our shared commitment to sustainable shipping and supporting the industry's decarbonisation goals.” Reduction of GHG emissions Says Kohei Omura, Head of Ocean Freight Forwarding Group, Yusen Logistics, “We are very pleased to sign an agreement with ONE as the first logistics company in Asia and aim to build a more sustainable future through the provision of eco-friendly shipping solutions together." "By utilising ONE LEAF+, we are proud to offer our customers more sustainable choices and contribute to the reduction of GHG emissions.” Flexible CO2e savings The service uses UCOME, a non-toxic and biodegradable biofuel derived from food production ONE LEAF+ (Low Emission-Able Freight) offers customers the opportunity to proactively manage their own emissions and minimise environmental impact across the value chain. The service currently uses UCOME (Used Cooking Oil Methyl Ester), a non-toxic and biodegradable biofuel derived from food production. Customers can choose flexible CO2e savings from approximately 10-80% and receive independently verified emissions reduction certificates to track their environmental impact.  ONE's sustainability initiatives ONE aims to be a sustainable, resilient and trusted global shipping partner. ONE continues to implement its Green Strategy and Decarbonisation Roadmap to drive immediate action while developing long-term solutions. From improving operational and fleet fuel efficiencies through vessel modifications, to investing in emerging propulsion technologies, more information on ONE's sustainability initiatives is available in the Sustainability Reports.

Tokyo – Leading Classification Society, ClassNK granted the Class C Innovation Endorsement Provider Certification to Yusen Logistics Co., Ltd. ClassNK offers its third-party Innovation Endorsement ‘Provider Certification’, which supports innovative initiatives, to companies and organisations. As companies pursue ESG-oriented management and SDGs, ClassNK conducts third-party certification on the initiatives to transform their own business methods and organisations to establish a sustainable and competitive business. ClassNK’s Innovation Endorsement ‘Provider Certification’ There are three categories of certification available to companies, according to their innovation activity stage: Class C (Concept: Organisational policy and system in place for innovation) Class D (Development: Specific innovation activities being carried out) Class S (Sustainable Implementation: Sustainable innovation with results implemented in the business) Yusen Logistics' net-zero emissions 2050 goal Yusen Logistics Co., Ltd. has set a group goal of achieving net-zero emissions for all services by 2050 Yusen Logistics Co., Ltd. has set a group goal of achieving net-zero emissions for all services by 2050, in order to realise sustainable growth and development for all stakeholders.  As an interim goal, it aims to start providing net-zero emission services by 2030, which covers the entire supply chain of customers including logistics by building solutions using digital technology. ‘Corporate Sustainability Group’ The company has established the ‘Corporate Sustainability Group’ to comprehensively consider and visualise the best balance between the logistics business and social issues faced by customers and provide optimal solutions. ClassNK carried out the review focusing on their policy, planning, and organisation to achieve sustainable growth of their group and stakeholders, then issued the Class C Innovation Endorsement Certificate for Providers, as their organisational structure was found to meet the requirements of the Class C stage. Class NK supports innovative technologies and initiatives ClassNK will further promote its Innovation Endorsement for Ships, Products & Solutions, and Providers, and strive to support innovative technologies and initiatives.