CASE STUDY 3 Tianjin Port: a new generation of intelligent zero-carbon terminals Overview: The Tianjin Port Second Container Terminal (TSCT) represents a paradigm shift in seaport operations, establishing itself as the world’s first fully automated, zero-carbon and internet of things (IoT)-enabled terminal with a horizontal layout. The 200,000-tonne-class terminal, with three berths and a total quay length of 1,100 meters, is designed to handle an annual capacity of 2.5 million 20-foot equivalent units (TEUs). The TSCT’s pioneering Automation 2.0 model offers a replicable solution for over 90% of the world’s conventional container terminals that are seeking to upgrade. Innovation levers applied: –Smart and green transport hubs and networks (lever 8): The terminal is equipped with an integrated wind-solar storage system that features 24 megawatts (MW) of wind turbine capacity and 16,000m2 of PV panels. This green infrastructure is managed by a proprietary smart terminal operating system and harnesses 5G and Beidou navigation to create a truly intelligent, zero-carbon hub. –Automation and autonomous operations (lever 11): TSCT has deployed a fleet of 92 L4 autonomous intelligent horizontal transport robots and 42 automated rail-mounted gantry cranes. These assets are centrally managed by an advanced fleet management system that automates and optimizes all container-handling processes throughout the terminal. Impacts achieved: –Enhancement of operational efficiency: TSCT’s model has streamlined workflows, cutting container re-handling steps by 50% and improving the at-berth efficiency for mainline vessels by 28%. –Establishment as a world-class green port: The terminal has now achieved 100% green energy self-sufficiency and 100% zero-carbon emissions across all energy consumption points, and has lowered its overall integrated energy consumption by 17% compared to last-generation automated container terminals. Source: Tianjin Port interview and documents review.CASE STUDY 2 DHL’s GoGreen Plus solution to decarbonize logistics services with sustainable fuels and low-carbon technologies Overview: DHL is a logistics provider that operates in over 220 countries and territories. It offers parcel, express and freight transport and supply chain management services as well as e-commerce logistics solutions. The company aims to reach net zero by 2050, and its GoGreen Plus Solution offers sustainable products and solutions to help clients across the supply chain reduce their carbon footprint. Innovation levers applied: –Electrical vehicles and sustainable aviation fuels (SAF)-ready cargo with value chain collaboration (levers 3 and 4): DHL provides green solutions such as sustainable fuels and an electric pickup and delivery fleet to reduce carbon emissions. DHL has partnered with Maxus and BYD for electric logistics vehicles, and with Neste and Envision for sustainable aviation fuel supply. –Supply chain optimization and modal shift (levers 10 and 15): DHL also offers solutions for warehousing optimization, carrier selection, shipment consolidation and modal shifts from road to rail, while also supporting strategic network planning and cost-efficient routing. –Carbon intelligence platform (lever 12): The platform provides customized carbon reports and interactive dashboards to offer clients a clear and detailed view of their GHG emissions by product and transport mode, and enhance data transparency. Impacts achieved: –Green services adoption: Over 10,000 corporate clients in Asia and 70,000 customers in China use DHL’s GoGreen Plus service. –Clean energy mix: The share of energy from renewable sources was 10.3% in 2024. –Electrification: The share of EV use increased to 41.4% in 2024 in pickup and delivery, encompassing 39,100 vehicles. –SAF adoption: 73 kilotonnes (kt) of voluntary SAF are used in DHL’s own fleet. Including joint investments with partner airlines, DHL has used 9.8 % of global SAF. Source: DHL interview and documents review. Green Logistics Innovation for Emerging Markets: Driving Competitiveness and Shared Value 16

Green Logistics Innovation for Emerging Markets Driving Competitiveness and Shared Value 2025