Procureship Integrates AI to Track Shipping Emissions
The new EmissionPassport tool helps shipowners automate the calculation of Scope 3 emissions in their procurement.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Artificial Intelligence
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Maritime platform Procureship has integrated the AI-powered EmissionPassport tool to help shipowners track and reduce their Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions. The system uses an API to automatically calculate the environmental footprint of purchases across a network of more than 10,000 maritime suppliers.
Why it matters
Shipowners increasingly need automated data solutions to comply with tightening global reporting regulations and achieve net-zero targets. Managing procurement emissions is also essential for improving operational cost efficiency as international requirements evolve.
The EmissionPassport tool calculates greenhouse gas footprints using spend-based, weight-based, product carbon footprint, or lifecycle assessment data types. This AI-powered API selects the appropriate data model based on the specific information provided by individual suppliers.
The players
Procureship
This maritime procurement platform maintains a network of more than 10,000 suppliers to assist shipping companies with purchasing.
The details
The integration addresses the reality that maritime shipping accounts for roughly 3% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Without significant intervention, maritime emissions are projected to reach 90% to 130% of 2008 levels by 2050.
Timeline
2008 serves as the baseline for International Maritime Organization greenhouse gas study levels.
FY2026 is when Singapore will require Scope 3 emissions reporting for index constituents.
2050 is the target year for projected maritime emissions levels.
The Tech Race
This integration follows a pattern set by the Straits Times Index Scope 3 reporting requirement by providing the digital infrastructure necessary to meet new corporate transparency mandates. It represents a shift from manual estimation toward automated, API-driven compliance in the maritime industry.
Shipowners and procurement teams can now automate formerly manual carbon footprint calculations, saving administrative time and reducing reporting errors. This improvement allows businesses to focus resources on identifying lower-carbon suppliers to satisfy regulatory scrutiny.
The takeaway
Automated AI tools are becoming essential for companies navigating the complex landscape of international climate disclosure regulations. Organizations should evaluate their own data collection methods to ensure they meet the growing demand for transparent Scope 3 reporting.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Manifold Times.
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