Nina Barton

Nina Barton

DSV Air & Sea Ltd.

Director, Sustainability, Asia Pacific

Nina is a dedicated sustainability leader with extensive experience guiding environmental and supply chain strategies for multinational corporations across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and India. Currently serving as Director of Sustainability for Asia Pacific at DSV in Hong Kong, she champions the region’s environmental strategy, driving significant carbon emission reductions and solidifying DSV’s leadership in sustainable logistics. Renowned for crafting innovative, client-focused solutions in luxury retail, fashion, and logistics, she excels in decarbonization, fostering eco-friendly practices, and promoting operational excellence. As well as aligning with core values, she passionately believes sustainability drives smart business strategies and delivers a powerful competitive edge.

Among her notable achievements, Nina has pioneered a globally adopted sustainability program, introducing sustainable marine fuel initiatives to lower greenhouse gas emissions. She has optimized supply chains for luxury retail clients, enhancing resilience and market speed while reducing environmental impact. Her efforts have shaped frameworks to substantially decrease regional emissions and refined delivery processes to uphold premium environmental standards. With a proven ability to lead diverse teams and build strategic partnerships, she stands as a dynamic advocate for a greener global future.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

  1. Promote Sustainable Logistics: Advocate for the adoption of sustainable logistics practices to accelerate decarbonization across Asia Pacific.
  2. Champion DSV’s Climate Leadership: Advance DSV’s commitment to climate goals by fostering transformative decarbonization across its operations.
  3. Build Capacity for Change: Support training programs to empower teams with skills to lead sustainable practices, amplifying collective impact.