Port Authority, Municipalities and institutions of the Port of Santos sign an agreement for ESG

The Port Authority of Santos (APS), the Municipalities of Cubatão, Guarujá, Santos and São Vicente, and institutions of the port complex of Santos signed the “Manifesto to the ESG values of the Port of Santos”. The document was signed on August 1st, on the 1st day of the 2nd ESG Conference at the Port of Santos.

In addition to the signing of the document, the II ESG Journey of the Port of Santos brought several debates on the subject in relation to the port community. The implementation of the ESG culture is an integral part of APS’ corporate strategy: “Everything we organize must serve one main purpose, which is people”, said APS president, Anderson Pomini, at the opening of the event.

The II Porto de Santos ESG Journey took place in a hybrid way, with the first day in face-to-face debates and the others only via the internet. The opening took place in an event space in Santos, when the region’s City Halls, entities and companies signed the manifesto.

Urgent themes of the contemporary world were discussed, such as climate change, female leadership, transparency of public-private relations, among others. The II Journey ESG of the Port of Santos was defined as a pioneering movement towards the construction of a more sustainable Port for the community.
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MANIFEST TO THE ESG VALUES OF THE PORT OF SANTOS

The Port of Santos recognizes the importance of environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) principles for sustainable development and corporate responsibility and assumes the commitment, through its Port Authority of Santos and other signatory companies of this manifesto, to adopt and promote practices aligned with these values, with the principles of the Global Compact and with the 2030 Agenda of the United Nations (UN).

The Port of Santos believes that the adoption of ESG measures, in addition to strengthening its market position, contributes to a more sustainable and inclusive future. For this purpose, it formalizes its commitment in the following aspects:

Environment:

Implement actions aimed at reducing the environmental impact of its operations, seeking energy efficiency, responsible use of natural resources and minimization of pollutant emissions.

Promote appropriate waste management practices, including recycling and correct disposal of waste generated in its activities.

Invest in initiatives for the preservation and recovery of the environment, contributing to the conservation of biodiversity and mitigation of climate change.

Social responsability:
Promote a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment for all employees, respecting human rights, diversity and equal opportunities.

Support social projects and initiatives that contribute to the development of the local community, intensifying the Porto-Cities relationship, especially in the areas of education, health and well-being.

Corporate governance:
Maintain high standards of ethics and transparency in all of its operations, promoting a culture of integrity and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Establish and strengthen efficient corporate governance mechanisms, including the participation of relevant actors and accountability regarding their results and impacts.

Engagement with Stakeholders:
Establish open and transparent dialogue channels with stakeholders, seeking to understand their expectations and needs, as well as sharing relevant information about their ESG activities and initiatives.

Promote partnerships and collaborations with other companies and entities to develop joint solutions that address socio-environmental challenges.

Monitoring and Reporting:
Implement mechanisms for continuous monitoring of your ESG commitments, regularly evaluating your performance and identifying areas for improvement.

Disclose, in a transparent and regular manner, its performance in relation to ESG values, through reports and publications that address the results achieved and the challenges faced.

The Port of Santos reaffirms its commitment to comply with these guidelines and work to promote a culture of sustainability and responsibility in its operations.

With this objective in mind, the Port Authority of Santos and the signatory companies of this manifesto are mobilizing to create a fairer and more sustainable economic system in the Port of Santos.

Santos, August 1st, 2023
Signed with the Port Authority of Santos:
Infrastructure and Logistics tab

Adonai Liquid Terminal

Concais SA

Ageo

Brazil Port Terminal (BTP)

Cesari Group

Citrus juice

Client

Copersucar

Ecoport

Waterways of Brazil

Odfjell Teminals/Chemical Bulk

Santos Brazil

Terminal XXXIX

T-grain

Transember

Brazilian Association of Terminals and Customs Enclosures (Abtra)

Santos Commercial Association

City Hall of São Vicente

City Hall of Cubatão

City Hall of Guaruja

Sant’s City Hall

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