Smart Freight Centre and FIATA Partner to Accelerate Decarbonization in Logistics

Smart Freight Centre (SFC), a global non-profit focused on reducing climate impacts in the freight sector, has signed a partnership agreement with the International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations (FIATA).

The agreement was formalized on September 26, 2024, at the 2024 FIATA World Congress in Panama.

This collaboration marks a key step in advancing the decarbonization of transport emissions within the logistics industry, in alignment with global Sustainable Development Goals.

A Milestone for SFC

“This is a further milestone for SFC, partnering with a prominent industry association in the transport value chain,” said Andrea Schoen, Director of Maritime & Aviation at SFC. “Following our agreement with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) earlier this year, our partnership with FIATA will engage more segments of the transport sector in efforts to reduce carbon emissions.”

FIATA’s Commitment to Sustainability

As the global voice of freight logistics, FIATA represents over 40,000 logistics firms across 150 territories. Stéphane Graber, Director General of FIATA, emphasized the significance of the partnership: “This partnership with SFC is a crucial opportunity to equip FIATA members with the best knowledge and tools necessary to drive meaningful reductions in emissions and foster long-term sustainability.”

First Joint Initiative: Emissions Accounting Training

The first initiative under this partnership will be the launch of a co-branded emissions accounting training program. This program aims to help small and medium-sized logistics companies globally track their carbon emissions and implement effective reduction strategies.

SFC Academy’s Role in Delivering Training

Smart Freight Centre’s SFC Academy, a key hub for knowledge and learning, will play a central role in delivering the training. “The SFC Academy is recognized globally as a resource for organizations aiming to enhance their decarbonization expertise,” added Schoen. “We are excited to collaborate with FIATA to make this essential training widely accessible to the freight community.”

GLEC Framework and ISO 14083

SFC’s Global Logistics Emissions Council (GLEC) program has been instrumental in promoting transparent, consistent reporting of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the logistics industry. The GLEC Framework has served as the foundation for ISO 14083, a soon-to-be-recognized global standard for calculating GHG emissions across transport and logistics chains.

This partnership underscores both organizations’ commitment to providing the logistics sector with the tools and knowledge needed to meet global decarbonization goals and promote sustainable development.