UN SDGs & Activity Metrics
UN Sustainable Development Goals
V.Group Efforts and Initiatives
Gender equality is a human right, and is vital for a peaceful, prosperous world. Everybody should be encouraged to consider a career at sea as global demand for seafarers increases. V.Group is leading the way with 51% / 49% split among its male and female onshore teams, and are actively driving initiatives to increase diversity amongst seafarers. To stop degradation, we must preserve natural habitats and elimination of pollution by: • Working towards eliminating plastic pollution both ashore and at sea, • Reduce and eliminate SUP (Single Use Plastic) from our supply chain, • Raising awareness regarding degradation of natural habitats, • Raising awareness regarding water conservation. We achieved elimination of 5.8+ million plastic water bottles per year since 2019, with 40,000+ reusable stainless-steel bottles distributed to vessels. We removed all SUP items from our procurement process. 221.73 m³ MARPOL garbage categories A & C materials recycled since January 2021 in Singapore. Targets for 2030 include using more renewable, affordable energy. V.Group is proud to be an active member of the initiative Getting to Zero Coalition. The coalition is a powerful alliance of more than 70 companies within the maritime, energy, infrastructure and finance sectors, supported by key governments and IGOs, committed to making the vision of decarbonised shipping a reality. To make the ambitious target of reducing international shipping’s GHG emissions by at least 50% by 2050 a reality, the coalition is committed to getting commercially viable deep sea zero emission vessels into operation by 2030. The aim is for sustainable economic growth and decent employment for all; we actively promote safety first culture to ensure safe and secure working environment on all our vessels and offices. Our management system follows closely all ISO standards and guidelines. In 2021we improved reporting safe/unsafe practices & near misses across the Group. Our ambition is to promote ISO 45001 adherence throughout our supply chain and 73% of our suppliers have ISO 9001. These goals aim to foster eco-friendly production, reduce waste and boost recycling. We are trying to eliminate food waste through: • Digitally supporting stock management procedures, • Training and raising awareness both at shore and at sea, • Proper food waste management practices. The aim is inclusive societies with strong institutions that provide justice for all. If all countries are to achieve the goals, international cooperation is vital. Enhancement of collaborations with industry associations, • Bribery training of all employees • Child Labour awareness. • Monitoring & reporting of sustainability goals.
UN Sustainable Development Goals At the heart of V.Group’s business philosophy lies a strong commitment to economic, environmental, and social responsibility. The protection and preservation of the natural environment and its resources, and especially the conservation of our oceans, is a key priority at V.Group and associated businesses. In addition to the Getting to Zero Coalition , V.Group are strategic partners with the Mærsk McKinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping which positions the organisation at the forefront of a zero-carbon maritime future, in line with our stated strategic objectives within ESG.
UN Sustainable Development Goals
V.Group Efforts and Initiatives
To end poverty, everyone should have basic healthcare, security, and education. As a group we currently provide about 3400 seafarers and their families with full health insurance. Recently we have managed to support families in need through the AGAPI non-profit charity organisation in Limassol, Cyprus, by donating essential items such as dry food, canned items, baby food and diapers. Furthermore, our Colleagues from our Oceanic Training Centre in Manila, have visited the Tanhanan nga Pagmamahal, Childrens Home Inc., and donated 2 water filtration units providing access to Clean Sustainable Water. Our goal is to promote ethical & sustainable food supply, by raising awareness and supporting local economies through short food supply chain and seasonality by: • Digitally supporting sustainable procurement processes by capturing endangered species, fresh produce seasonality. • Sustainability score for suppliers & procurement cycle. V.Care programme, Stay In touch, Let’s Talk (A set of materials which is designed to encourage discussion on board and in the office to help boost awareness about mental wellbeing and the importance of interaction among colleagues), Building Healthy Habits and Wellness at Sea are part of our commitment to improving both mental and physical wellbeing across V.Group. We safeguard occupational health, safety & wellbeing both on shore and at sea via: • Standardised range of Galley & Accommodation cleaning solutions, • Provision of MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) and providing crew training.
The UN wants everyone to have access to inclusive, fair quality education and awareness about sustainable development and global citizenship. We promote educational material on sustainability topics via our quarterly SEAS newsletters editorial and dedicated bulletins.
DWT
47 Shoreside Office Locations Worldwide
44,164,731 Total Deadweight
579 Number of Managed Vessels in Fleet
26,136 Approximate Number of Port Calls [TR-MT-000.F]
94,941 Total Operating Days [TR-MT-000.C]
23,892 Shipboard Employees Average in 2021 [TR-MT-000.A]
Tonnage [TR-MT-000.D]
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