As global attention to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) issues continues to grow, the logistics industry, a vital pillar of the global economy, is actively seeking pathways to sustainable development. On June 18, 2025, the Hong Kong Transport and Logistics Bureau released the Roadmap for ESG Development for Logistics Industry, providing clear guidance for logistics companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to align with international ESG standards, enhance competitiveness, and solidify Hong Kong’s position as an international logistics hub. In this edition of e+Solutions eCommerce Logistics Guide, we’ll introduce the roadmap’s core objectives, implementation phases and specific measures.
What is Roadmap for ESG Development for Logistics Industry?
The Roadmap for ESG Development for Logistics Industry is a strategic framework designed to assist logistics companies in achieving sustainable development goals across three key areas: Environment, Social and Governance. The roadmap addresses global trends, such as the European Union’s mandatory ESG disclosure requirements for supply chains starting in 2025 and Mainland China’s plan to extend ESG disclosure to all enterprises by 2030. Spanning three years (2025 – 2027), the roadmap is implemented in three phases, focusing on enabling logistics SMEs to effectively adopt ESG practices.
Core Objectives
- Environment: Reduce carbon emissions, adopt green transportation tools, and use sustainable packaging to minimize the logistics industry’s environmental impact
- Social: Enhance employee well-being, ensure fair labour conditions and foster positive relationships with communities
- Governance: Improve corporate transparency, compliance and management practices
Implementation Phases
According to the Roadmap for ESG Development for Logistics Industry, the implementation is divided into the following three phases:
1. Phase 1 (2025)：
- Objective: Increase awareness among logistics SMEs of ESG principles and international disclosure requirements
- Measures: Help companies understand the importance of ESG and relevant standards through workshops, training courses, an online resource center, and subsidy program
2. Phase 2 (2025-2026)：
- Objective: Develop a logistics ESG data framework to enhance corporate ESG data collection capabilities
- Measures: Government to establish an ESG data collection framework and provide training on data collection tools, helping companies effectively gather key ESG data like carbon emissions and energy usage. Businesses can utilize first-phase funding to further optimize their data collection systems
3. Phase 3 (2026-2027）：
- Objective: Assist companies in preparing ESG reports to meet international disclosure requirements
- Measures: Provide ESG report templates and technical support to ensure companies can produce reports that comply with international standards, addressing market and regulatory demands
Source: Transport and Logistics Bureau – Roadmap for ESG Development for Logistics Industry
Funding Scheme
To encourage ESG development in Hong Kong’s logistics industry, the Hong Kong government has launched several funding schemes:
| Funding Scheme | Coverage |
| Pilot Subsidy Scheme for Third-party Logistics Service Providers (TPLSP) |
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| Professional Training on Smart and Green Logistics Scheme (PTSGLS) |
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Logistics Promotion Funding Scheme (LPFS) |
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Future Outlook
The Roadmap for ESG Development for Logistics Industry is not only a response to international trends but also a critical step in transforming the industry. With advancements in technology (such as AI and IoT) and growing consumer emphasis on sustainability, the logistics industry is moving toward the following directions:
- Green Logistics: Electric vehicle fleets and hydrogen transport solutions may become more widespread, complemented by smart warehouse facilities powered by renewable energy such as solar and wind power, significantly reducing carbon footprint while improving operational efficiency
- Smart Digital Transformation: Deep integration of AI predictive analytics, IoT monitoring, and blockchain tracking technologies to achieve transparent end-to-end supply chain management, ensuring real-time accuracy of ESG data
- International Standards Alignment: Connecting with international ESG disclosure frameworks such as the EU CSRD and US SEC to establish a globally compliant reporting system, reinforcing Hong Kong’s strategic position as an international logistics hub
ePlus ESG Development Promotion
The Roadmap for ESG Development for Logistics Industry provides a clear framework to guide logistics companies toward sustainable development. Through phased implementation, subsidy programs and digital tools, companies can meet international ESG requirements, enhance competitiveness, and contribute to environmental and social well-being.
Upholding corporate social responsibility, ePlus and UFL Group actively implement ESG principles through measures such as fully adopting FSC-certified carton boxes, replacing high-energy traditional equipment, and obtaining relevant ESG certifications and signing development commitments.
For employee care, we are dedicated to creating a friendly and comfortable work environment, providing clean, air-conditioned warehouse facilities, and establishing co-working spaces to promote colleague interaction and collaboration. We also offers learning allowances to support staff professional development and periodically organizes ESG-themed workshops, such as Climate Flesk workshop, to deepen the team’s understanding and practice of sustainable development, integrating ESG concepts into the corporate culture.
ePlus’ one-stop eCommerce logistics solution not only resolves complex logistics challenges for merchants but is also committed to balancing operational efficiency with environmental responsibility, helping businesses achieve dual goals of efficiency and green operations. By integrating smart logistics technology with sustainable practices, ePlus aims to create long-term value for corporate clients and end consumers, jointly building a better business ecosystem.
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