Challenge — In their mission to revolutionize the solar energy sector, Enpal encountered a significant hurdle: transporting solar modules and storage systems in the most eco-friendly way possible.
Solution — Forto, the leading European digital logistics provider, offered the perfect combination of service and sustainability. Their collaboration addressed logistical challenges and reinforced a mutual commitment to sustainability.
A collaborative journey
Enpal and Forto’s collaboration began with the transportation of solar modules from Asia to Germany. This partnership, rooted in trust and a shared vision, evolved to encompass the entire sea freight operation of Enpal by 2023. Steffen Reckert VP Logistics at Enpal, reflects on this partnership: “There are two main reasons why we choose Forto exclusively in our freight forwarding business, first was the very personal contact and availability of the Forto team, and secondly the Forto platform, where we can track our shipments and easily manage our documentation.”
Driving efficiency with biofuel-powered transport
Forto Biofuel helps Enpal ship ocean freight while reducing 100% of the related transport emissions. Forto Biofuel uses 2nd generation biofuel derived from used cooking oil, residual materials, and industrial waste. It cuts down greenhouse gas emissions by 84% compared to fossil marine fuels. To reach 100% reduction Forto employs an “over-allocation” strategy, using more biofuel than needed for transport, effectively nullifying the carbon footprint of these shipments.
Service backed by the best technology
In addition to a portfolio of sustainable transport solutions, Forto’s platform for logistics management helps Enpal streamline their sustainable ocean shipments. With complete visibility over the status of all their shipments in addition to the advanced document management capabilities and access to exceptional customer service, Forto’s digital platform provides the transparency and control necessary to achieve ambitious environmental goals.
Make your business future-proof
Investing in sustainable solutions today will help to make your business future-proof in a world that changes rapidly. At Forto, we keep up with the latest regulations and adapt our services accordingly, so that you don’t have to.
Our customers have chosen our products because they care about our planet. Our aim is to minimise emissions during the production, transport and installation of our solar modules. By shipping with biofuel, we can effectively reduce the greenhouse gas emissions of our own sea transport by 100%. Our partnership with Forto supports our vision of a simple, sustainable and cost-efficient transition to renewable energy.
Charting the path to zero emissions
The partnership between Enpal and Forto is a testament to their dedication to sustainable practices in the logistics industry. Enpal’s commitment to a comprehensive carbon footprint analysis and setting clear, measurable reduction targets exemplifies this and sets the ground for future collaboration.
