Author: Marine Gonzalez

Freight emissions comparison: rail vs. truck vs. air vs. sea CO₂e

Sea vs. Air Freight, Truck vs. Rail: How to Track and Reduce Carbon Emissions in Freight – transport modes compared

Written on September 26, 2025. Posted in Carbon Accounting, Emissions, Sustainability.

Looking to cut your freight emissions but unsure which transport mode is the greenest? Our guide compares the CO₂e footprint of rail, truck, air, and sea freight, helping you balance speed, cost, and sustainability. Discover actionable strategies to track, optimize, and reduce...

GLEC Framework 2025: ISO 14083 Compliance for Sustainable Logistics and CO2e Emissions Reporting

GLEC Framework 2025: The Ultimate Guide to ISO 14083 & Sustainable Logistics

Written on September 11, 2025. Posted in Carbon Accounting, Procurement.

In 2025, the GLEC Framework and ISO 14083 are setting the global standard for CO2e emissions reporting in logistics. This guide explains why these standards matter, how they align with regulations like CSRD and EU ETS, and how businesses can use them to reduce emissions, cut...

Illustration of milk run logistics optimizing supply chain routes for sustainability and efficiency.

Milk Run Logistics: Sustainable Supply Chain Strategy for Efficiency & Emissions Reduction

Written on September 8, 2025. Posted in Emissions.

Milk run logistics is a game-changer for sustainable supply chains. By consolidating shipments and optimizing routes, businesses reduce carbon emissions, cut costs, and improve reliability. Explore real-world examples, benefits, and how tools like Searoutes enhance milk run...

Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) emissions

MSC Emissions: Understanding MSC’s Emissions Reduction Strategy

Written on June 6, 2024. Posted in Emissions, Sustainability.

Searoutes’ API tools can help shippers navigate the EU emissions trading system as well as enable them to meet their company’s sustainability goals.

The Role of Supply Chain Data Analytics in Sustainable Procurement

Written on March 27, 2024. Posted in Procurement, Sustainability.

Considering ESG during the procurement process is valuable because it paves the way for companies to meet any emissions reduction requirements imposed by governing bodies.

Problems & Solutions: Three Challenges of Sustainable Procurement

Written on March 7, 2024. Posted in Procurement, Sustainability.

Costs associated with adopting sustainable practices within the supply chain are sometimes admittedly higher: new and evolving technologies such as wind-powered and hydrogen-powered ocean vessels … can also come with a high price tag.

Sustainable Procurement: With Tender Season Upon Us, How Can Procurement Specialists Build Sustainable Supply Chains?

Written on February 28, 2024. Posted in Procurement, Sustainability, Tender Season.

Procurement specialists can utilize data-rich tools to convince carriers that pursuing sustainability and seeking efficiencies within route optimization are complementary goals that can enable long-term value for a company.

New Emissions Surcharges Highlight Need for Transparency

Written on February 15, 2024. Posted in Emissions.

European container shipping is facing new emissions-related surcharges. But shippers could press for more transparent pricing mechanisms.

Greening the Supply Chain During Tender Season: A Shippers’ Checklist

Written on January 24, 2024. Posted in Emissions, Sustainability.

Recognizing the impact of tender season decisions on the global environment is crucial. Shippers are no longer mere passengers; they are stewards of sustainable practices, contributing to reducing carbon footprints in the vast ocean of global supply chains.

Maritime Disruptions in the Red Sea: Building Sustainability in Times of Crisis

Written on January 22, 2024. Posted in Emissions, Sustainability.

Ocean shippers are searching for new ways to get their goods from Asia to Europe after the Suez Canal has become effectively closed to international trade.