Australia’s largest grain co-operative, CBH Group, has taken a significant step towards greener shipping by partnering with two global maritime companies to reduce supply chain emissions.
Through an innovative biofuels insetting pilot project, the company is transporting Western Australian grain to the European Union with reduced carbon impact—aligning with new EU climate regulations and meeting growing global sustainability expectations.
Sustainable Partnership for Cleaner Shipping
CBH Group has joined forces with shipping giants NORDEN and Oldendorff to integrate waste-based biofuels and book-and-claim solutions into their grain export operations.
These voyages, powered by renewable biofuels, have already demonstrated substantial emission reductions compared to conventional fossil fuels—without adding costs for WA growers. This initiative comes in response to the EU’s ‘Fit for 55’ legislation, which requires shipping companies to lower CO₂ emissions or face penalties.
Impact on Growers and Global Competitiveness
By lowering its maritime carbon footprint, CBH is ensuring that WA growers can continue to access key markets like Europe without incurring additional costs or regulatory penalties.
CBH’s Head of Shipping, Pia Van Wyngaard, emphasized that sustainability is no longer optional, but essential for staying competitive. So far, eight biofuel-powered voyages have transported WA grain to Europe, marking a milestone in the co-operative’s broader sustainability strategy.
CBH Group’s biofuels pilot not only meets environmental and regulatory demands but also safeguards the interests of Western Australian grain growers. As the maritime sector faces stricter climate rules, such initiatives highlight how collaboration and innovation can keep trade sustainable while maintaining operational efficiency.
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Source: NORDEN
