H&M first to try Maersk’s carbon-neutral transport for size

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By Alexander Whiteman

20/06/2019

Maersk has reportedly unveiled a first for container shipping with the launch of a carbon-neutral biofuel product. Spash 24/7 reports it is being offered to “select clients”, with clothing giant H&M the first to come aboard. Part of a pilot project, the biofuel is based around cooking oil and was tested earlier this year by the Dutch Sustainability Growth Coalition and Shell.

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