NYK announced that it has issued its “Progress Report 2025 – NYK Group Decarbonization Story,” offering a clearer update on how the group is moving toward its net-zero goals. The report builds on the framework shared in 2023, and it explains how the company is responding to the shifting regulatory environment shaped by ongoing IMO discussions.
Shifting Regulations and NYK’s Strategic Direction
The company noted that the decarbonization landscape is changing quickly. As a result, accuracy in emissions reporting has become more important. This is because new IMO regulations and global disclosure requirements now push logistics providers to demonstrate stronger climate accountability.
NYK reaffirmed its long-term targets, including a 45 percent reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 and net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. These targets guide the group’s ongoing strategy and shape the initiatives outlined in the new report.
Key Progress Areas Highlighted in the Report
According to NYK, several initiatives have advanced over the past year. Moreover, many of these steps support broader maritime decarbonization and shipping sustainability goals.
These include:
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Improved tracking and wider coverage of Scope 3 emissions
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Continued technical verification for biofuel use
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Launch of pilot procurement for carbon dioxide removal (CDR) credits
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Ongoing advocacy for fair global regulatory frameworks
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Progress in shaping international standards for transport-related GHG intensity
Chapter 1: Advancing Toward Net-Zero Emissions
The report explains that NYK expanded the use of energy-saving devices and introduced new operating methods focused on crew efficiency. In addition, it increased the use of biofuels and continued validating related technologies. The company also advanced the introduction of dual-fuel vessels, which form a key part of its low-carbon fleet strategy.
Furthermore, NYK outlined its growing work on Scope 3 emissions. It also shared early results from its pilot procurement of CDR credits, marking another step in its long-term climate pathway.
Chapter 2: Strengthening Competitiveness Through Fair Standards
NYK emphasized that product carbon footprint data is becoming central to global supply chains. Therefore, the company is working to standardize emissions calculations and develop broader guidelines for partners. It is also continuing its advocacy activities to help build fair and balanced international rules.
Clarifying Core Concepts in Maritime Decarbonization
To support better understanding, the report also outlines several important terms:
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Scope 3 emissions cover the full value chain, including transport, procurement, use, and end-of-life stages.
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CDR credits reflect CO₂ removed from the atmosphere, rather than traditional emissions cuts.
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Advocacy activities involve coordinated engagement with regulators and industry bodies.
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GHG emission intensity shows how much emissions result from a specific transport activity, allowing shippers to compare different logistics options.
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Source: NYK
