Mainfreight
Mainfreight Limited, a leading global logistics provider, is headquartered in New Zealand and operates extensively across Australia, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Founded in 1978, Mainfreight has established itself in the transport and logistics industry, offering a comprehensive range of services including freight forwarding, warehousing, and supply chain management. What sets Mainfreight apart is its commitment to customer service and its unique operational model, which integrates various logistics functions under one roof. The company has achieved significant milestones, including a strong market position as a trusted partner for businesses seeking efficient and reliable logistics solutions. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Mainfreight continues to expand its global footprint while maintaining its core values of teamwork and integrity.
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Mainfreight's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Mainfreight reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,656,881,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 340,037,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 18,561,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 1,272,042,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to decrease its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 30% from a 2024 baseline by the year 2030. This commitment reflects a proactive approach to managing its carbon footprint and aligns with long-term climate strategies. Additionally, Mainfreight's scenario analysis indicates a commitment to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities presented by climate change. Overall, Mainfreight's climate commitments and reduction initiatives position it as a responsible player in the logistics industry, actively working towards a sustainable future while addressing its carbon emissions.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 263,758,950 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 15,413,540 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,115,134,240 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Mainfreight is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
