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Decarbonization with a focus on energy reduction remains one of the foremost priorities for PSA. The Group Sustainability team leads the implementation of decarbonization initiatives, coordinating efforts across the group between regions and business units to achieve PSA’s goals.
Globally, we established the Climate Response Management System (CRMS) to align our climate initiatives and focus our efforts on four key areas: greenhouse gases, energy, water and waste.
For more detailed information regarding our global objectives and achievements, we encourage you to dive into our sustainability report.
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We achieved over 77% of electrification or hybridisation of all cranes, where the goal for 2030 is 90%.
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In 2023, PSA’s Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions was 702 kTCO2e in total. This represents a 6% decrease from 2022’s levels. This was due to the deployment of green projects across PSA portfolio, as well as lower energy consumption from reefer volume and lesser container dwell days. Against our baseline year of 2019, PSA’s Scope 1 and 2 emissions has reduced by 7%.
It is imperative for PSA Antwerp to maintain its pivotal role in supporting the group's pursuit of the Paris Agreement and the EU Green Deal objectives. Through a concerted effort to transform our operations and foster unity among our workforce in pursuit of environmental goals, we are able to align with international standards and to go beyond of what is legally required.
Through our locally established Climate Response Management System and our Energy Transition Plan we generate a systematic approach to curb emissions, introduce sustainable initiatives, and ultimately achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
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At PSA, we dream of a planet that future generations can still enjoy.
Our commitment extends beyond mere aspiration; we actively pursue initiatives aimed at fostering a future-proof planet. Aligned with the ambitious targets set forth in the Paris Agreement and the EU's objective of attaining net zero emissions by 2050, we fervently engage in actions that propel us towards a greener, more equitable future. Through our energy transition plan and climate response management system, we ensure a systematic reduction in energy consumption, emissions, water usage, and waste through specific changes in our operations.
Together, let's pioneer the path to a brighter tomorrow, where every individual can thrive amidst a flourishing ecosystem.
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This new project set to finish in 2032 will result in a projected reduction of 58% C02 emission per container at our Europa Terminal, compared to 2019. As part of the project, most of the diesel-driven straddle carriers are to be replaced with fully electric stacking cranes (ASC's). This contributes to both reaching the 2050 net zero emissions target, as well as enhanced dock worker safety.
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The hybrid straddle carriers have become the new standard for new purchases since 2021. With the implementation of this policy, our terminals will gain a 25% fuel reduction, hence creating a 25% emission improvement.
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Through the Green Straddle Carrier Program, the world’s first H2 dual fuel straddle carrier was launched in the Port of Antwerp. Using state-of-the-art H2 dual fuel combustion engine technology, the machine runs on a mix of hydrogen and diesel.
The testing for 100% electric straddle carriers has also begun. The e-straddles are equipped with state-of-the-art battery technology and is therefore capable of uninterrupted operation at peak performance for more than four hours. These e-straddles run 100% on batteries and take approximately 90 minutes to fully recharge. This way they can play an important role in the reduction of terminal greenhouse gas emissions in the long run.
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Since 2017, all the electrical energy we use in Belgium is a 100% green. Globally, we reduced our carbon emissions by more than 69,000 tonnes of CO2e by adopting green electricity at several business units. This gave a global decrease of 4,6% of all our direct emissions compared to 2021.
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Alongside Project Emerald, PSA Antwerp has fabricated an innovative filtration system. As cities grow and concrete becomes ubiquitous, natural water absorption suffers, leading to depleted water levels. To tackle this, PSA has pioneered a smart filtration system. By swapping out concrete for porous gravel around the terminals, and elevating containers on plinths, we enable rainwater to easily seep back into the soil, promoting natural drainage and preserving water resources.
PSA Antwerp has also installed rainwater collection tanks totaling 340,000 liters adjacent to its terminals. These tanks serve the dual purpose of machine cleaning and subsequent sanitary use, resulting in an annual saving of 3,000,000 liters of potable water during operations.
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95% of our quay cranes use energy recovering technology. When releasing and braking, energy is emitted, which is collected by the generator. In this way, the cranes use 60% less energy.
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At the heart of our commitment to sustainability lies the understanding that the green change starts from within.
We recognize the pivotal role our workforce plays in driving this change, which is why cultivating a determined green mindset among our employees is paramount. To achieve this, we employ a multifaceted approach that emphasizes encouragement, engagement, and education. By fostering a culture of environmental consciousness, we empower our team members to develop a deeper awareness of sustainability issues and their implications. Through ongoing initiatives, collaborative efforts, and targeted educational programs, we strive to nurture a future-ready workforce.
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In alignment with our commitment to environmental stewardship, PSA Antwerp has implemented a comprehensive 100% electric company car policy, increased the use of electric buses for dockworkers' transportation needs, and encourage the use of leased bikes as a commuting method, which is now used by circa one in four employees.
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In our offices, you will not find any single use plastic in terms of excessive trash bags, coffee mugs, cutlery or other daily equipment.
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Together with our employees, we organize Go Green campaigns throughout the year, with green activities and initiatives such as the “Terminal clean-up days” and our “Go Green Week”.
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In terms of recycling and waste collection, we go beyond of what is legally required. We strive to achieve zero waste to landfill, and therefore encourage our employees to think in an environmentally friendly way every day, e.g. by sorting waste and minimizing the use of paper. Additionally, we are constantly increasing the recycling of our waste stream to achieve circular operations.
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Recognizing the importance of ongoing learning and development in this field, we provide comprehensive education on sustainability topics.
Through workshops, training sessions, internal initiatives like the Sustainability Champions meetings, and access to relevant resources reaching all of our employees including management, we empower our team members to deepen their understanding and expertise, equipping them to drive meaningful change both within our organization and beyond.
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5 July 2024 - A significant milestone has been reached at the Europa Terminal on quay 869 in Project Emerald, the ambitious renovation operation of the terminal: the installation of the first six automated stacking cranes (ASCs).
The 33-year-old Europa Terminal is undergoing a renovation to continue accommodating the latest generation of ships. Currently, the terminal can handle ships up to 11,000 TEU, but after the upgrade, it will be able to handle ships up to 25,000 TEU. Project Emerald not only increases the service level but also improves employee safety.
1 April 2024 - On Monday 1 April, the world’s first large methanol-powered deep-sea vessel ‘Ane Maersk’ called the Antwerp port at the MSC PSA European Terminal (MPET). The vessel completed its first bunker operation in European waters, bunkering 4.300 tons of green methanol and 1.375 tons of biodiesel (B100) during the port stay. The successful and efficient bunkering is a new milestone in Port of Antwerp-Bruges’ ambition to become a multifuel port.
Efficient bunkering
11 January 2024 – On January 11, 2024, Voka organized an event with hydrogen as the central theme at our Noordzee Terminal. The 'Learning Network Energy Transition' offered an in-depth exploration of the possibilities of hydrogen, with our Noordzee Terminal featuring the dual fuel straddle carrier as tangible evidence of the promising future of this sustainable energy carrier.
7 December 2023 - On Saturday, December 2, PSA, MPET, and ATS once again rolled up their sleeves for nature. On that day, we organized our annual tree planting event, where our employees and their family members, together with Natuurpunt, planted a total of 2,000 trees. This initiative is part of our commitment to create one hectare of forest each year over a four-year period in the Schopbos in Putte, near Mechelen.
23 November 2023 - PSA Belgium and Daimler Truck BeLux deliver a Belgian first. For the first time, the electrically powered Mercedes-Benz eActros300 truck will transport containers on public roads. "Transporting containers between our terminals is a daily reality," points out Cameron Thorpe, CEO of PSA Belgium. "At PSA Belgium, we’re serious about reducing all of our carbon emissions and the greening of this transport is an important factor.
3 October 2023 - Project Emerald, the complete transformation of the Europa Terminal at Quay 869, has reached another significant milestone. On Tuesday, October 3, the concrete was poured for the first container plinth. These plinths distribute the load of stacked containers across the foundation, a crucial step as the containers will soon be stacked 6 high instead of 3.
22 september 2023 - As part of their ongoing environmental commitment, PSA Antwerp, MSC PSA European Terminal (MPET), and Antwerp Terminal Services (ATS) are actively participating in the Port Cleanup initiative at the Port of Antwerp-Bruges. The clean-up campaigns are part of Go Green Week, an annual initiative of PSA Group. From September 18th to September 26th, multiple teams of dedicated employees will be on a mission to clear litter from no fewer than five locations, including Park Spoor Noord, the Galgeschoor nature reserve, and the verge of Sint-Antoniusweg.
11 May 2023 | MSC PSA European Terminal (MPET), officially launched a new fully electric straddle carrier (e-straddle carrier) at its terminal in the Port of Antwerp today, as part of the joint Green Straddle Carrier Program initiated by Antwerp Terminal Services (ATS), MPET and PSA Antwerp (PSAA).
30 March 2023 | Antwerp Terminal Services (ATS), a joint venture between MSC PSA Europe Terminal (MPET) and PSA Antwerp (PSAA), today officially launched the world’s first H2 dual fuel straddle carrier in the Port of Antwerp during a brief ceremony. Using state-of-the-art H2 dual fuel combustion engine technology, developed by cleantech company CMB.TECH and integrated into a straddle carrier with the support of ATS, the machine runs on a mix of hydrogen and diesel. It can therefore play an important role in reducing terminal greenhouse gas emissions.
27 January 2023 | Europa Terminal’s capacity boost gears up! In December 2022, PSA Belgium signed two agreements with contractors for large-scale works involved in the refurbishment of Europa Terminal, located on the Scheldt River. The works are part of the significant planned upgrade of Europa Terminal to increase the terminal’s handling capacity by 40 percent and upgrade the quay wall to accommodate the next generation of vessels, which will also help PSA Belgium reach its sustainability targets.