Our dedicated fleet transports approximately 1,500,000 tonnes of cargo annually, serving a diverse network of customers and suppliers. We offer tailor-made, flexible logistics services designed to meet the specific needs of each client. 

Our comprehensive service portfolio includes Liner Shipping, System Shipping, Project Transportation, Customs Clearance, Logistics Administration, Business Process Support & Analytics, Cargo Care, and Safety & Security services. 

Customer satisfaction is at the core of our operations. By offering reliable, responsible and cost-competitive services, we generate added value throughout the entire logistics chain. 

Cutting CO₂ emissions across our supply chain 

 
We have a 2030 target to cut the CO₂ emissions of our supply chain by 30% from 2018 levels. Achieving this requires continuous innovation across multiple areas. 

• Our renewed time-chartered fleet is aligned with our sustainability targets and meets evolving environmental regulations. 
• The viability of low-emission marine fuels, such as bio-LNG, biodiesel and emerging alternatives like methanol, is constantly investigated. 
• Our tailored sea transportation network and consolidated port operations form the foundation for a sustainable maritime transport. 
• We collaborate with selected stevedoring companies on joint initiatives to calculate, allocate and reduce emissions. 
• We maximize vessel capacity and optimize maritime logistics using environmentally advanced services and low-emission fuels. 

We joined the Baltic Sea Action Group’s Ship Waste Action initiative in 2022 as part of our long-term collaboration with the non-profit foundation. Today, we discharge ship-generated wastewater on land in our ports in Rauma, Hamina, Kotka, and Pietarsaari in Finland. From there the nutrients are recovered and repurposed for various circular economy solutions, including our own wastewater treatment processes.

UPM press release 8 June 2022

Our commitment

Fleet with modern technology 

We operate seven state-of-the-art dual-fuel vessels in our European maritime operations, capable of running on both traditional marine gas oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG). The vessels are designed for the digital age, equipped with cutting-edge onboard technologies to monitor emissions, reduce fuel consumption, and enhance mariner safety. 

All vessels are ice-strengthened to ice class 1A and meet the highest technological, operational, and environmental standards. When powered by LNG, they achieve up to 25% lower CO₂ emissions compared to conventional marine gas oil. Additionally, nitrogen oxide (NOₓ) emissions are reduced by approximately 85%, sulphur oxide (SOₓ) emissions by about 99%, and soot particle emissions by 99%. 

Time-chartered vessels on European routes 

 
We provide shipping services aboard time-chartered vessels operating from Finland to Poland, Germany, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, France and Spain. 

Our scheduled liner traffic offers regular routes between Finland and Germany, the Netherlands, and Spain. Ports of call can be flexibly added to the rotation as needed. We also operate a fleet of roll-trailers and have extensive experience shiping anything from project cargo and RoRo units to high and heavy cargo, containers and wind turbine components. 

In system traffic, we offer weekly, biweekly, and monthly services from Finland to Poland, Germany, the Netherlands, the UK and France. Southbound shipments typically carry forest industry products, while northbound volumes include raw materials. Our versatile fleet is well-equipped to handle break bulk, bulk, and project cargo in both directions. 

Our fleet

UPM Cargo Handling Manual

UPM Cargo Manual contains the minimum compulsory requirements for handling, transporting and warehousing our products. These requirements are valid globally for all internal and external parties within the UPM logistics chain. We require that all our partners and suppliers comply with all applicable international and national laws and regulations.

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