Customers are willing to pay extra for green shipping – but still far from enough

Customers are increasingly prepared to pay a charge for sustainable transportation, according to Boston Consulting Group. But it is not enough to cover costs of the green energy transition.
Design for a future Maersk container ship able to sail on green methanol. | Photo: Maersk
Design for a future Maersk container ship able to sail on green methanol. | Photo: Maersk

Even though shipper’s willingness to pay extra for carbon-neutral shipping is increasing, it still far from covers carrier expenses for the green transition, shows a new report from consultancy firm Boston Consulting Group.

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