Sustainable development in MCCL is implemented through the interconnected main pillars/principals of the company such as environmental awareness, social reliability, integrity and ethics, economic transparency and quality excellence.
MCCL is going beyond rules and regulations, implementing on a voluntary basis Management Systems, working proactively to strengthen its market position and increase customers’ as well as employees’ loyalty.
MCCL works with CSR creates ‘brand capital’ which helps the company sustain its reputation in time of crisis or accidents etc.
MCCL is a socially responsible shipping company working actively to integrate economic, social and environmental concerns within the running business operations and also to maintain Company’s target to manage sustainability by finding a sound balance between the need for operational efficiency and profit for the society.
MCCL perceives CSR as a fundamental factor that contributes to social and environmental risks prevention, as well as the prevention of risks related to human resources management and the company’s presence in the market, contributing to the development of trust, in which the company can carry out business and innovate.
Corporate Social Responsibility
MCCL is a socially responsible shipping company working actively to integrate economic, social and environmental concerns within the running business operations and also to maintain Company’s target to manage sustainability by finding a sound balance between the need for operational efficiency and profit for the society.
Corporate Social Responsibility
MCCL perceives CSR as a fundamental factor that contributes to social and environmental risks prevention, as well as the prevention of risks related to human resources management and the company’s presence in the market, contributing to the development of trust, in which the company can carry out business and innovate.
Although the shipping industry is one of the most regulated industry, than others, regulations could hardly cover what CSR seeks to address. Therefore, Company is applying additional tools for the risk identification and performance measurement, using Management Systems – setting strategic targets and developing their subsequent and constant monitoring means.
Main CSR policy Sustainable Development Goals Management Approaches are:
- Maintaining and promoting equal opportunities and respect for human rights.
- Constant vigilance maintenance for addressing conditions that may facilitate corruption or bribery at all company levels and activities through Code of Ethics and Conduct.
- Ensuring an efficient workplace, a proper working environment, free of accidents such as fire or occupational diseases through Safety Management and Emergency preparedness.
- Continuous mitigation of environmental impacts through Environmental Management Policy
- Environmental awareness and operational environmental footprint elimination.
- Implementing actions of high social value, also through the development of the employees’ volunteerism or sponsorships.
- Financial Responsibility/Accurate Records are produced and shared, within the transparency limits of the Company’s operation
- Special attention is paid on the quality and customers’ cargo quality standards by integrating them to the company’s quality management towards continuous improvement and customers’ satisfaction.
MCCL CSR policy mainly derives from its business mission and is closely related to the minimization of its environmental impacts, the increase in its social effect and contribution, as well as the enhancement of the prevention/precaution principle within the context of its activities.
Corporate Social Responsibility is a key element in the business strategy and is incorporated in the daily office and fleet operations.
Key CSR priority areas are the following:
- Human rights and working conditions
- Child labour and young workers
- Working hours
- Modern slavery (i.e. slavery, servitude and forced or compulsory labour and human trafficking)
- Ethical recruiting
- Freedom of association and collective bargaining
- Non-discrimination and harassment
- Women’s rights
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Rights of minorities and indigenous peoples
- Land, forest and water rights and forced eviction
- Use of private or public security forces
- Health and safety
- Health and safety
- Business ethics
- Anti-corruption and anti-money laundering
- Data protection and data security
- Financial responsibility (accurate records)
- Disclosure of information
- Fair competition and anti-trust
- Conflicts of interest
- Counterfeit parts
- Intellectual property
- Export controls and economic sanctions
- Whistleblowing and protection against retaliation
- Environment
- GHS emissions
- Energy efficiency
- Renewable energy
- Decarbonisation
- Water quality, consumption & management
- Air quality
- Responsible chemical management
- Sustainable resources management
- Water reduction
- Reuse and recycling
- Animal welfare
- Biodiversity, land use and deforestation
- Soil quality
- Noise emissions
- Other areas
MCCL within the limits of compliance incorporates CSR principles in the Company Management System and approaches CSR principles as follows:
- Anti-Corruption policy depicts Company’s position towards Combating corruption, extortion bribery, and money laundering
- Privacy policy and GDPR commitment are adapted and implemented. Specific procedures according to the International Regulations are implemented to ensure privacy and non-disclosure of personal information
- Information Disclosure/Accurate Records and filings are shared in accordance with the applicable regulations and always never prior to approval
- Fair Competition/Antitrust and related applicable laws are strictly implemented to reflect fair competition which stands against conflicts of interest, respects fair market behavior
- Conflicts of Interest and any kind of impropriety in Company’s operation and dealings is totally unacceptable and avoided.
- Intellectual Property is respected and safeguarded.
- Risks are addressed and additional actions are adapted in order to properly prevent against counterfeit parts.
- Export Controls and Ergonomic Sanctions are monitored and fully respected.
- Protection of identity and non-retaliation is incorporated in the system to enhance and protect anonymous personnel whistleblowing
- Logistic partners’ codes of ethics are incorporated in the Company’s Management System, together with applicable market competition laws
- Child labour and Young Workers, Modern slavery (i.e. slavery, servitude and forced or compulsory labour and human trafficking are forbidden
- Wages and benefits, Regulated Working hours are respected and employees’ rights to join Labor unions, as demanded by the International labor laws are protected , by strictly implementing the related legal standards- especially on wages and benefits, etc
- Freedom of association and collective bargaining are strictly respected. Employees are free to communicate and share with their Managers and Company, their comments without the fear of harassment
- Harassment and non-discrimination are rejected and personnel and crew share equal opportunities that are guaranteed, in order to professionally develop their career
- Respect human rights; Non- discrimination, equal treatment, irrespective of origin color, sex, religion, nationality, political affiliation, disability, marital status, etc avoiding any kind of harassment
- providing health and safe working environment that meets the safety and occupational health international labour standards, both ashore and on board.
- Energy Consumption, efficiency and Green house Gas emissions monitoring and control is implemented through a separate Management System.
- Waste water -water quality and consumption controlled and continuously improved
- Air quality & Pollution avoidance is appropriately controlled and emissions are eliminated contributing to air quality improvement.
- Waste reduction and natural resources Management is supported and promoted through recycling and waste management.
- Chemical Management is implemented through proper planned maintenance and monitoring
- Integration of social responsibility and environmental protection management to provide same weight commitment from the top
MCCL is going beyond rules and regulations, implementing on a voluntary basis Management Systems, working proactively to strengthen its market position and increase customers’ as well as employees’ loyalty.
Based on the Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental Systems that are developed and implemented by MCCL, most of the critical processes are approached under social responsibility and sustainability, within a plan-do-check-act Management System environment, addressing our social responsibility through quality environmental or Occupational Safety -related indicators
Procedure & Duties
Above Policies are strictly implemented based on Company’s Management System.
CSR Responsible is in charge to arrange meetings and training sessions in order to lecture on Company Management System procedures.
Department Managers are responsible to Implement Company’s Management System.
Key personnel from the departments involved in the procedures’ implementation are trained at least once or twice per year in order to refresh their knowledge on the valid rules and regulations.
Department Managers are authorized to implement procedures and verify the actions that must be taken in order to complete various projects.
MCCL qualified personnel and seafarers are encouraged to get familiar with any additional and modern technologies’ or trends adding value to their duties new Training needs.
Departments are audited on annual basis through the ANNUAL INTERNAL Company Audit by the CSR Responsible. During the internal audit process, personnel and Managers are interviewed on their duties with respect to the implementation of the system and are requested to provide the supporting documents to show compliance.
At the end of the process a report is issued which includes all deficiencies that are detected-if any and
an action plan is developed to set the actions and period of their rectification. Moreover, training needs are assessed and planned.
Department Managers are reporting to the CSR Responsible continually. CSR is Responsible to report to the Company’s CEO twice per year.
Annual Management Review Meeting is performed with the Management and department Managers to evaluate the gaps and enhance training needs or further resources that must be fulfilled to efficiently implement and comply with the system.
During Annual Management Meeting Review all Managers, CSR Responsible and CEO are exchanging audit results, training needs , system weak points and potential revisions, and evaluating room for further improvement.
A report is prepared which is circulated to the departments and vessels. A brief report is announced/uploaded to the company’s site aiming to advise whoever concern. MCCL is demonstrating its commitment to sustainability through performance measurements that are included in the Annual Management Review.
Code of Conduct
In this Code of Conduct MCCL has set out its principles and expectations as well as requirements for its employees throughout its operations as well as its business partners (contractors, suppliers etc) related to sustainability
Code of Conduct
In this Code of Conduct MCCL has set out its principles and expectations as well as requirements for its employees throughout its operations as well as its business partners (contractors, suppliers etc) related to sustainability. Sustainability includes respecting human rights, protecting the environment, conducting business ethically and lawfully and the responsible sourcing of raw materials. Code of Conduct is based on standards such as the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, codified in particular in the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) and in the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.
Sustainability Responsible reports to the management and develops sustainability objectives and measures within the company. Training is performed twice a year to encourage, enforce and enhance the participation and compliance with sustainability requirements.
Key CSR priority areas are the following:
- Human rights and working conditions
- Child labour and young workers
- Working hours
- Modern slavery (i.e. slavery, servitude and forced or compulsory labour and human trafficking)
- Ethical recruiting
- Freedom of association and collective bargaining
- Non-discrimination and harassment
- Women’s rights
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Rights of minorities and indigenous peoples
- Land, forest and water rights and forced eviction
- Use of private or public security forces
- Health and safety
- Health and safety
- Business ethics
- Anti-corruption and anti-money laundering
- Data protection and data security
- Financial responsibility (accurate records)
- Disclosure of information
- Fair competition and anti-trust
- Conflicts of interest
- Counterfeit parts
- Intellectual property
- Export controls and economic sanctions
- Whistleblowing and protection against retaliation
- Environment
- GHS emissions
- Energy efficiency
- Renewable energy
- Decarbonisation
- Water quality, consumption & management
- Air quality
- Responsible chemical management
- Sustainable resources management
- Water reduction
- Reuse and recycling
- Animal welfare
- Biodiversity, land use and deforestation
- Soil quality
- Noise emissions
More analysis on main issues are mentioned below in detail;
- SUSTAINABILITY REQUIREMENTS-ENVIRONMENT
- Greenhouse gas emissions
MCCL take appropriate measures to reduce air emissions that pose a risk to the environment and health, including greenhouse gas emissions. In order to improve the environmental performance of products and services, we make the efforts towards the proactive reduction of greenhouse gas emissions along the entire supply chain, for instance through increased use of carbon neutral energy sources. Emission reduction targets and renewable energy objectives are set that drive forward the decarbonisation and the CO₂-neutral economy by 2050.
- Efficient use of resources
Appropriate measures are undertaken to ensure efficient use of energy, water and raw materials, usage of renewable resources and a minimization of damage to the environment and health and by avoiding the use of substances and materials with adverse effects on the environment or health (for example, carcinogenic, mutagenic, reprotoxic substances).
- Circular economy and waste management
Appropriate measures are undertaken to avoid waste, re-use resources, recycle as well as the safe, environmentally friendly disposal of residual waste, chemicals and wastewater.
- Water
Appropriate and adequate measures to minimise water consumption which is respected at all times.
- Biodiversity / Deforestation
The protection of the natural ecosystem, especially the protection of endangered habitats of wild animals, are ensured. MCCL strive to ensure that operations are free of deforestation and conversion in accordance with applicable law and international biodiversity regulations.
- Ethical Treatment of animals
MCCL supports and promotes ethical treatment of animals.
- SUSTAINABILITY REQUIREMENTS-HUMAN RIGHTS & WORKING CONDITIONS
MCCL strictly complies with the conventions of the International Labour Organization (ILO) and amendments related to the working rights.
- Child labour and young workers
Minimum employment age is set as accepted in the employment in their business activities and their supply chain. They ensure that the minimum age for acceptance for employment is determined according to the respective applicable law and that prohibited child labour does not occur.
- Modern slavery, human trafficking and unethical recruitment
MCCL undertakes appropriate and adequate measures to eliminate debt bondage, forced and compulsory labour, as well as all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking in their own area of responsibility and/or along the supply chain. Employment relationships are voluntary and allow employees to give notice of their own volition in observance of a reasonable notice period. Employees are given a contract at the time of hiring that complies with applicable law and is in a sufficiently documented form (e.g. written or electronic), is written in a language they understand and in which their rights and obligations are truthfully and clearly set out.
- Protection of bodily integrity, no corporal punishment
MCCL is paying the outmost importance to the protection of bodily integrity and introduce appropriate measures to ensure respect for this legally protected right. And ensure that within the limits of the corporate operations her serious human rights violations and abuses, such as sexual violence, as well as war crimes or other serious violations of international humanitarian law, crimes against humanity or genocide, are prohibited.
- Compensation and benefits
A reasonable wage is at least the minimum wage established under the applicable law and is otherwise measured according to the law of the place of employment.
- Occupational health and safety, fire protection
Applicable occupational health, safety and fire protection legislation is applied. Moreover ISO 45001 standards Certificate is maintained and therefore MCCL is responsible to inform employees of identified hazards and the associated preventive and corrective measures put in place to minimise risks, perform sufficient training on the prevention of work-related health disorders and of accidents at work, as well as first aid, chemicals management and fire protection. MCCL provides protective equipment and protective clothing and protection measures (technical, structural or organisational) to reduce damage in the event of fire. Moreover MCCL monitors and controls work-related health and safety hazards (e.g. chemical, biological, physical and physiological dangers) as well as the corresponding protective measures. Label chemicals used according to the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) or, in European countries, the Classification, Labelling and Packaging (CLP) regulation. Chemicals must be stored, transported and handled in accordance with the applicable legal and contractual requirements. Explain appropriate emergency plans and provide the corresponding first aid, fire protection and medical assistance, as well as materials and adequate transport for further treatment. Ensure an appropriate number of emergency exits, escape routes and emergency assembly points, all of which are marked with sufficient signage.
In case of an accident, first aid and medical assistance must be provided. In the event of work-related health hazards, such as pandemic MCCL undertakes all appropriate measures to protect its employees.
- Working hours
Working hours comply with national law and/or the national requirements in force
- Working and living conditions
MCCL provides their employees with toilet facilities and access to clean drinking water. All facilities for the consumption and preparation of food as well as for food storage comply with applicable minimum hygiene requirements
- No harm to land, water, air
MCCL do not cause harmful soil modification, water pollution, air pollution, harmful noise emission or excessive water consumption, which may lead to significant impairment of the natural foundations for food and drinking water or the health of a person.
- No forced eviction
MCCL comply with the prohibition of unlawful eviction and the prohibition of unlawful deprivation of land, forests and waters in the acquisition phase, development or other use of land, forests and waters
- Human rights defenders
MCCL do not tolerate or engage in any form of threats, intimidation or attacks against human rights and environment defenders, including those exercising their rights to freedom of expression, association, peaceful assembly and protest against the business activities of the business partner. Whistle blowing procedure is promoted under confidentiality and therefore the grievance channel works without the threat or imposition of retaliatory measures.
- Freedom of association and collective bargaining
MCCL recognize the right of all employees to form trade unions and employee representation bodies and to join them. In this context, the business partners commit to safeguarding neutrality. This precludes any form of discrimination or retaliatory measures based on union activities. MCCL recognises the right to collective bargaining and the right of trade unions to be allowed to operate freely and in accordance with the law of the place of employment. This law includes the right to strike and the right to negotiate collectively.
- No discrimination or harassment
MCCL ensure that all forms of discrimination, intimidation, harassment or unwarranted disadvantage towards their employees and in the work environment are avoided. In particular, unequal treatment is prohibited, for example due to ethnic or social origin, skin colour, gender, nationality, language, religion, physical or mental limitations, gender identity, sexual orientation, health status, age, marital status, pregnancy/ parenthood, union membership or political persuasion, to the extent that it is based on democratic principles and tolerance of dissent, unless it is justified by the requirements of employment. Unfair treatment shall include, in particular, unequal pay for work of equal value.
- Use of security forces
MCCL ensure that the commissioning or deployment of security forces does not lead to violations of human rights. MCCL ensure that will not contribute directly or indirectly to supporting private or public security forces that unlawfully exercise control over mining sites, transportation routes and upstream stakeholders in the supply chain.
- Minorities, vulnerable groups and indigenous people
MCCL respect the rights of minorities, vulnerable groups and local communities to decent living conditions.
- Diversity and inclusion
MCCL should develop and promote an inclusive culture where diversity is valued. Diversity shall be promoted among all employees at all hierarchical levels, in particular, but not exclusively, cultural, ethnic and religious diversity. All employees can contribute fully and realise their full potential and ensure a healthy work-life balance and are encouraged to foster working with diverse business partners managed or owned by minority groups and women.
- SUSTAINABILITY REQUIREMENTS -BUSINESS ETHICS
MCCL act with integrity at all times and take adequate and appropriate measures to end violations if they are identified.
- Avoiding conflicts of interest
MCCL make their decisions solely on the basis of objective criteria and must not allow themselves to be influenced by extraneous interests or relationships.
- Prohibition of corruption
MCCL reject and prevent all forms of corruption, including what are known as facilitation payments (payments to speed up the performance of routine tasks by officials). Business partners ensure that their employees, subcontractors and agents do not grant, offer or accept bribes, kickbacks, improper donations or other improper payments or benefits to or from customers, officials or other third parties.
- Free competition
MCCL respect fair and free competition and comply with the applicable competition and antitrust rules. In particular, they must not enter into anti-competitive arrangements or agreements with competitors, suppliers, customers or other third parties nor abuse a possible market dominant position. Ensure that no exchange of competitively sensitive information or any other behaviour that restricts or could potentially restrict competition in an improper manner takes place within their area of responsibility.
- Import and export controls
MCCL strictly comply with all applicable laws for the import and export of goods, services and information. Furthermore, the respective applicable sanction lists will be followed. All taxes, duties and royalties levied in connection with the mining, trade and export of minerals in conflict and high-risk areas are remitted in accordance with respective applicable law.
- Prohibition of money laundering
MCCL ensure compliance with the applicable legal provisions against money laundering within their business operations.
- Intellectual property rights
MCCL respect intellectual property rights and protect associated information.
- Protection of confidential information
MCCL ensure that sensitive data (trade secrets and personal data) is properly and lawfully collected, processed, saved and deleted. Sensitive data are not, transmitted to a third party or made available in any other form without the necessary authorisation.
- Usage of artificial intelligence
Data privacy and security are crucial requirements for the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI). MCCL will ensure that all developments using AI are subject to applicable laws and regulations.AI systems are to be created reliable and without any discrimination. Control of AI applications always remains with human beings.
- No support for armed groups
MCCL exclude that their business does contribute directly or indirectly to supporting non-state armed groups.
- Disclosure and information
MCCL record information regarding their business activities, working methods, health and safety and environmental practices.
- SUSTAINABILITY REQUIREMENTS – VARIOUS
- Transparency
MCCL impose a disclosure obligation on our suppliers, which they in turn are required to pass on to their suppliers. Evidence of management systems or third-party verifications demonstrating processes that prevent or mitigate sustainability risks in the operation could be disclosed to thirds under specific authorization.
- Raw material supply chains
Due to their significant impact on people and planet, raw material supply chains, in particular, require special due diligence from all actors along the supply chain both in terms of compliance with human rights and protecting the environment. MCCL comply in particular with their due diligence obligations as described in the “OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas” regarding relevant raw materials.
- Grievance mechanism
MCCL has established a grievance mechanism/whistle blowing procedure. This allows for concerns related to business ethics, human rights or the environment to be raised by both their own employees as well as other potentially affected people anonymously, confidentially and without fear of retaliation.
Health & safety policy
It is the Company’s policy to promote safety at sea, prevention of human injury or loss of life and avoidance of damage to the Environment, and to property.
Health & Safety Policy
It is the Company’s policy to promote safety at sea, prevention of human injury or loss of life and avoidance of damage to the Environment, and to property. The Company’s objectives regarding Health & Safety Management are:
- To provide for safe practices in ship operation and a safe working and living environment.
- To prevent damage to the ship, her crew, passengers and the environment.
- To establish and review and evaluate safeguards against all identified risks and establish additional control measures to reduce the risk of harm.
- To prevent loss of human life and personal injury.
- To continuously improve Safety Management skills of personnel ashore and onboard ships, including preparing for emergencies related both to Safety & Environmental Protection.
In order to effectively implement its Health & Safety, Quality & Environmental Protection Policy the company:
- Developed and implements a Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental Management System which defines how the objectives of this Policy will be met.
- Provides adequate resources to effectively implement this management system.
- maintain a safe and healthy working environment for its employees and crew, ensuring that all personnel are using the necessary protective equipment against fire and /or other risk conditions, with adequate facilities and workplace ergonomics, appropriate to the nature of the business activities
- Complies with all national and international rules and regulations governing the marine industry.
- Continuously improves its management system by taking corrective and preventive action for identified problem areas. ensure that all personnel and crew are duly prepared to react efficiently during an emergency situation and that emergency preparedness is enhanced by constant training to all MCCL personnel and crew
- Respect applicable guidelines, standards, codes and publications which are issued by maritime organizations.
- Continuously monitor all safety aspects of the managed fleet and takes expedient actions to correct or isolate unsafe conditions or work practices
- Promotes Safety, Security Health and Environmental protection awareness;
- Establishes Ship Energy Efficiency Management practices, waste reduction and efficient use of natural resources.
- Maintains effectiveness of its management system by identifying all risks in operation and provides proper control for dealing with these identified risks by adopting risk assessment approach methods.
- Commits to remain alert for ways to improve as changes occur in regulations and in the industry;
- Recognizes the “overriding authority” of the Master to act at will, even if he is on the contrary to that provided by the management system instructions, with purpose of safety of life and protection of the environment.
- Implements the HSQE Management System, which as a minimum shall meet the requirements of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISM Code, ISPS Code and MLC2006
- Establishes and communicates measurable & consistent objectives and performance targets to company employees
- Complies with applicable statutory requirements, international legislation and classification society requirements related to the services provided
- Operates vessels without accident(s) or incident(s) that could endanger Company’s employees, the environment or assets under the company’s care, ensure the safety of the cargo, vessels and crew by taking all the necessary means to manage and prevent incidents, caused by operational handling or maintenance inefficiency to ensure that will take all the necessary means to enhance environmental awareness and protect the sea environment against operational harm.
- Prevent , minimize and eliminate the identified risks involved by the use of hazardous materials, chemicals and substances. Same is strongly requested by the suppliers
- Protect by all means the ecosystems and contributes in the avoidance of deforestation or damage to the nature and woodland and in general the nature/ecosystem. Same is strongly requested by the suppliers
- Enhances employee skills and increasing their contribution through effective training.
- Minimizes the social impact of the company activities and avoid damage to thirds through the reviews of its operation and management systems audits.
- Manages Company employees who are responsible for implementing the HSQE Policy.
Quality Management
Policy
MCCL mission and continuous efforts over the years, has always been to fulfill the customers’ needs, on time, without delays in the delivery of cargo, free of any damage, whilst great efforts were made to eliminate any weaknesses and continuously self-improve.
Quality Management Policy
The Company is committed to providing a quality service, which consistently & continuously meets the requirements of its customers whilst protecting assets under its care, its employees and the environment in general.
This is achieved by establishing & discharging managerial & operational processes, which have emerged from the combination of sound managerial principles and long lasted experience in the Shipping Industry.
The Company aims to remain a quality service provider by:
Meeting customer requirements as defined in the relevant Ship Management Agreements and Charter Parties, Developing and implementing controlled processes,
Continually improving in operational responsiveness,
Implementing the SQE Management System, which as a minimum shall meet the requirements of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001,ISO 50001, ISM Code, ISPS Code and MLC2006
Establishing and communicating measurable & consistent objectives and performance targets to company employees,
Complying with applicable statutory requirements, international legislation and classification society requirements related to the services provided
Operating vessels without accident(s) or incident(s) that could endanger Company’s employees, the environment or assets under the company’s care,
Developing employee skills and increasing their contribution through effective training
Management and Company employees are responsible for implementing the Company’s Quality Policy.
Cargo Quality Manual is developed, based on international quality standards, promoting our customers’ quality requirements, which is a part of our Company’s Policy & Procedures System. Cargo Quality Manual has been forwarded onboard all our vessels in order to be used as a guide on standard quality procedures and instructions. Cargo Quality Manual is frequently revised to depict the valid requirements of the vehicle transportation services
Vehicle transportation is a teamwork and therefore shore and shipboard personnel is continuously trained aiming to ensure efficient handling of the vehicles, and avoid any damages to be occurred and also considering that their involvement, crucially affects the performance result.
Environmental Management
Policy
MCCL acknowledging its responsibility towards the environment, is committed to implement efficient practices that will promote environmental sustainability.
Enviromental Management Policy
Environmental Management Policy contains the high level, the long-term goals and aspirations, such as zero incidents, zero pollution, zero spills to sea, etc. which are obtained through the following model for continuous improvement which is applied to the Company.
MCCL aim is, to raise the environmental awareness of the company, encourage participation to the recycling procedures of the company and train employees in environmental matters. On the top of that the commitment from the top is crucial for Company’s Environmental Management System successful implementation and ensures its effectiveness. All management levels within the Company, are aware of, and accept responsibility in order to achieve environmental continual improvement, as applicable to their responsibilities.
The Company’s Environmental Management Policy complies to the requirements of ISO 14001, and ISO 50001 relevant procedures are integrated in the Health & Safety, Quality & Environmental Management Manual. Annually the Company is verified by NKK for compliance to the ISO Environmental Standards.
Environmental Management Policy is implemented through an organised framework which is continually monitored and periodically reviewed. This is implemented in order to provide effective support to the Company Environmental Management in response to changing external and internal factors.
Environmental Management Policy is based on the below principles:
- Identify & Address Environmental Aspects of Shore & Ship Operation
- Assess the significance of the impact to the Environment
- Set Objectives and Targets to eliminate the impact to the Environment
- Develop Environmental programs and procedures to achieve Targets set
- Develop statistics indicators to monitor performance improvement
- Promote environmental awareness throughout company’s operations
- Provide instructive material to support the implementation of the environmental policy
- Support and promote Waste reduction and natural resources Management are through recycling and waste management.
- Renewable energy is enhanced and therefore solar panels are already in use to minimize operational energy consumption footprint.
- Monitor and control Energy Consumption, efficiency and Green house Gas emissions through a separate Management System.
- Control Waste water -water quality and consumption and continuously improve
- Air quality & Pollution avoidance is appropriately controlled and emissions are eliminated contributing to air quality improvement.
- Noise pollution policy control from the main sources, outdoor noise sources, as well as underwater noise affecting sea animals is strictly monitored with target to comply with EU noise policy that will tackle environmental noise in Europe and achieve the zero pollution vision for 2050.
- Implement Chemical Management through proper planned maintenance and use and consumption monitoring
- Prevent , minimize and eliminate the identified risks involved by the use of hazardous materials, chemicals and substances. Same is strongly requested by the suppliers
- Protect by all means the ecosystems and contributes in the avoidance of deforestation or damage to the nature and woodland and in general the nature/ecosystem. Same is strongly requested by the suppliers
- Ensure that soil disturbance that affect soil productivity, should not be of a size or extent that would result in a significant change in production potential for the activity area but only to the limits of the or extent of detrimental soil disturbance that is allowable and harmless.
- Protect animals welfare by ensuring that operational activities do not harm animals well being and implements best practices to comply with animal health and welfare.
- Commit to reduce CO2 by setting annual reduction targets throughout company’s operation by implementing direct and indirect measures. Same are requested to be applied by our suppliers also.
- Retrieve and understand both the direct and indirect impact that the operations may have on the environment
- Eliminate Company’s environmental impact by purchasing environmentally-friendly products and services-if convenient
- Regularly review our routine practices, and determine whether each practice is efficient enough in an environmental context
- Internally and externally auditing Company’s procedures, and determine whether goals set have been reached
- Minimize waste by evaluating operations and ensure they are as efficient as possible
- Integration of social responsibility and environmental protection management to provide same weight commitment from the top
Supplier/Business Partners
CSR Policy Agreement
MCCL CSR policy mainly derives from its business mission and is closely related to the minimization of its environmental impacts, the increase in its social effect and contribution, as well as the enhancement of the prevention/precaution principle within the context of its activities.
Supplier’s CSR Policy Agreement
MCCL CSR policy mainly derives from its business mission and is closely related to the minimization of its environmental impacts, the increase in its social effect and contribution, as well as the enhancement of the prevention/precaution principle within the context of its activities.
For MCCL Corporate Social Responsibility is a key element in the business strategy and is incorporated in the daily office and fleet operations. CSR Policy must be respected and implemented by Company’s Partners.
Code Of contact as announced in detail in the company site –www.mccl.gr includes all the Ethics & Human Right principles as well as Working Condition elements that are implemented in the company. In this Code of Conduct MCCL has set out its principles and expectations as well as requirements for its employees throughout its operations as well as its business partners (contractors, suppliers etc) related to sustainability. Sustainability includes respect human rights, protect the environment, conduct business ethically and lawfully and the responsible sourcing of raw materials. Code of Conduct is based on standards such as the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, codified in particular in the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) and in the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.
MCCL expects from its business partners:
- to comply with all sustainability key elements that are mentioned in the site and incorporate those elements in their management system and routine operation
- Integration of social responsibility and environmental protection management to provide same weight commitment from the top
- Sustainability Responsible to be designated who will report to the management and develops sustainability objectives and measures within the company.
- Training to be performed twice a year to encourage, enforce and enhance the participation and compliance with sustainability requirements.
- Supplier must be open to verification of compliance by MCCL
- On annual basis a self evaluation will be prepared and will be forwarded to the CSR Responsible for further evaluation if needed
- If there are grounds for believing that a human rights or environmental obligation or any of the sustainability requirements may have been violated then appropriate prevention measures must be adapted with the preparation and implementation of a plan to prevent, stop or minimise the violation.
- If a business partner violates or does not comply with the sustainability requirements MCCL reserves the right to take appropriate steps to maintain its rights, such as:
- Requesting implementation of improvement measures B
- Verifying highlighted improvements/measures
- Excluding the business partner from new business and
- Terminating the contract up to extraordinary termination.
Key CSR priority areas are the following:
- Human rights and working conditions
- Child labour and young workers
- Working hours
- Modern slavery (i.e. slavery, servitude and forced or compulsory labour and human trafficking)
- Ethical recruiting
- Freedom of association and collective bargaining
- Non-discrimination and harassment
- Women’s rights
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Rights of minorities and indigenous peoples
- Land, forest and water rights and forced eviction
- Use of private or public security forces
- Health and safety
- Health and safety
- Business ethics
- Anti-corruption and anti-money laundering
- Data protection and data security
- Financial responsibility (accurate records)
- Disclosure of information
- Fair competition and anti-trust
- Conflicts of interest
- Counterfeit parts
- Intellectual property
- Export controls and economic sanctions
- Whistleblowing and protection against retaliation
- Environment
- GHS emissions
- Energy efficiency
- Renewable energy
- Decarbonisation
- Water quality, consumption & management
- Air quality
- Responsible chemical management
- Sustainable resources management
- Water reduction
- Reuse and recycling
- Animal welfare
- Biodiversity, land use and deforestation
- Soil quality
- Noise emissions
Business Partner/Supplier having read MCCL CSR Policy above acknowledges and agrees to apply it throughout its company and subsidiaries.
Company name: ________________________________________________________________
Responsible Party Name & Position: ________________________________________________
Contact Details: ________________________________________________________________
I undertake THE RESPONSIBILITY to comply with MCCL CSR requirements.
Signature:________________________________________ Date : ____________
