Acer, Cathay, Dimerco join forces for SAF

ICT company Acer announced that it has partnered with logistics firm Dimerco Express to use sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) on Cathay Cargo flights to reduce carbon emissions.

“The agreement between Acer and Dimerco to support SAF is another advancement under our Earthion sustainability platform to tackle environmental challenges together with our supply chain partners,” said Grace Liu, corporate sustainability officer, Acer.

The announcement is part of Acer’s strategy to achieve its goal of net-zero emissions by 2050. The mission, which the company calls Earthion, aims to source 100% renewable electricity by 2035 and 45% less energy consumption of Acer computer products by 2025 (compared to 2016) among other measures.

“We work closely with our customers to reduce freight-based carbon emissions. SAF stands out as a game-changer, slashing greenhouse gas emissions up to 80% compared to fossil fuels. By joining forces with Acer and Cathay Cargo, we’re taking concrete action towards a more sustainable world,” said George Chiou, president, air freight, Dimerco Express Group.

Dimerco continues to pitch SAF to its customers in order to help reduce carbon emissions associated with shipments via air. The company said that is constantly pursuing partnership with carriers, such as Cathay, Air Carrier, China Airlines and Eva Air to utilise SAF in its shipments.

“We are delighted to welcome Acer to our Corporate SAF Programme through its partnership with Dimerco Express Group, which joined our programme last year,” said Tom Owen, director, Cathay Cargo.

Launched in 2022, Cathay Pacific’s Corporate SAF Programme allows members to purchase SAF for flights departing from Hong Kong and other hubs.

Earlier in July this year, German logistics giant DB Schenker joined Cathay Pacific’s Corporate SAF programme to cut carbon emissions from its cargo shipments.