GEODIS published two press releases this week, both with a tangible focus on greener, cleaner operations. The first informed of the partnership that the logistics company entered into with EDF Group on 08DEC25, committing to decarbonizing its supply chains both in France as well as internationally. The aim is to significantly reduce the carbon footprint in GEODIS’ warehouses and global transport flows, by switching to low-carbon energy supply for GEODIS sites in France and abroad; optimizing the energy performance its logistics facilities; producing renewable energy locally; establishing a charging infrastructure for GEODIS’ light vehicles, utility vehicles, and heavy trucks; and converting some of its land assets into data centers.
GEODIS will also support EDF in logistics matters such as procurement, storage, and distribution of materials and equipment for energy production projects. An initial Strategic Steering Committee will be held to discuss and supervise projects.
Marie-Christine Lombard, Chairwoman of the GEODIS Executive Board, explained: “The signing of this agreement marks a decisive step for our Group and is fully aligned with our decarbonization roadmap. This partnership allows us to put our expertise at the service of EDF while opening new development opportunities for GEODIS. It reflects the determination of two French leaders to join forces and take concrete, sustainable action for the environment.”
Marc Benayoun, EDF Group Executive Director in charge of the Customers, Services & Territories Division, added: “As the logistics sector accounts for 16% of CO₂ emissions in France (1), its decarbonization is a critical challenge. This partnership demonstrates EDF Group’s ability to support GEODIS, a global leader in transport and logistics, with a comprehensive range of solutions to improve its carbon footprint.”
The second release announced GEODIS’ pilot project involving Southeast Asia’s first cross-border trucking service running on renewable diesel: a dedicated Euro-5 truck will run from Singapore to the Thailand-Malaysia border using Neste MY Renewable Diesel™ (HVO produced from 100% renewable raw materials such as cooking oil and animal fat waste, offering up to 90% reductions in GHG), distributed and delivered by Singapore-based fuel solutions provider, Interion. GEODIS speaks of “a major milestone in the decarbonization of its regional road network”. The pilot will monitor fuel performance, cross-border operational feasibility, supply chain reliability, and carbon-reduction outcomes, and if successful, may be expanded to other routes in the Asia Pacific region.
Esther Cheong, Regional Sustainability Director, GEODIS Asia Pacific and Middle East, stated: “We are proud to embark on the first-ever ASEAN cross-border decarbonization trucking pilot powered by renewable diesel. Transitioning to renewable fuels is a critical part of our mission to build a more sustainable supply chain for our customers and communities. Together with our partners Neste and Interion, we are demonstrating the practical benefits of renewable fuels and setting the groundwork for broader adoption across the region.” Mario Mifsud, Vice President, Renewable Fuels Sales & Trading, EMEA & APAC, Neste, said: “We are pleased to support GEODIS with our Neste MY Renewable Diesel, enabling immediate and meaningful GHG emissions reductions. Collaborations like this showcase how renewable fuels can lower the climate impact of road transportation in Southeast Asia.”
