AP Moller-Maersk is preparing to accelerate its decarbonisation efforts by looking to alternative fuels, according to a leading executive.

The Danish container shipping giant is currently targeting a 60% reduction in carbon emissions per container by 2030 and net zero emissions by 2050.

Maersk regulatory boss Simon Bergulf. Photo: AP Moller-Maersk

However, director of regulatory affairs Simon Bergulf told an International Maritime Organization webinar on decarbonisation that Maersk feels it is time to accelerate its efforts to reduce carbon emissions based on using alternative fuels.