Sustainability

Sustainability isn’t just a commitment – it’s fundamental to everything we do. Through innovative technologies, community engagement and sustainable practices, we are setting new industry standards while preserving our planet for generations to come. We believe true innovation means growing responsibly while protecting the communities and environments we serve.

OUR COLLECTIVE RESPONSIBILITY

We actively participate in and contributes to the societies, communities, and environments where we operate. A cornerstone of our company’s values is our commitment to preserving the environment in which we work and live. We firmly believe that giving back to communities isn’t just the right thing to do – it’s essential for our company’s long-term profitable and sustainable growth.

As we’ve expanded globally, we’ve refined our development strategy and business operations to ensure our core social responsibilities remain effective in every marketplace.

Our commitment to social responsibility continues to grow, earning us increasing respect in our operating communities. This vision is embedded throughout our organisation, with every team member understanding their role in supporting our society and environment.

Sustainability is fundamental to our ongoing journey. We strive to create long-term value by integrating environmental stewardship, operational efficiency and community engagement into our business model.

LEADING BY EXAMPLE

As a responsible business, we ensure every aspect of our organisation follows sustainable practices, including natural resource conservation, waste management optimisation and adherence to reduce, reuse and recycle principles. We believe that by working together, we can lead by example and shape a sustainable future.

Building on our legacy, Gulftainer is looking ahead with confidence and exciting ambitions. With conscious deliberation and effective collaboration, we aim to drive long-term change and development within the business. We believe that a positive corporate culture with strong and clear values is crucial to provide impactful business services. Motivated employees give their best work which will result in high-quality service offerings accompanied by excellent customer service.

Empowered by its people’s ideology, Gulftainer’s latest corporate philosophy stands firm on a Winning Culture and Five Core Values which are the basis of what we stand for and what we hope our staff will aim to deliver every day.

WORKING TO LOWER OUR IMPACT

Marine life conservation is a top priority for Gulftainer, given our proximity to ocean ecosystems. Our commitment is evident at our container terminals, where turtles swim safely near large container ships – a testament to our rigorous marine conservation policies. In the United Arab Emirates, we have partnered with Emirates Nature – WWF and adhere to the UN Global Compact Framework for bio-diversity, sustainability and social responsibility.

Gulftainer has implemented a comprehensive range of sustainability initiatives across its operations. These include electrifying port and warehouse equipment, installing LED lighting and smart energy management systems, and adopting recycling and waste reduction programmes for waste water, scrap material, tyres, plywood plastic, packaging and electronic waste.

Smart technologies, including automation and AI-driven logistics planning, also help minimise delays and reduce the risk of costly disruptions.

Our terminals actively reduce carbon emissions by using Rubber Tyred Gantries (RTGs) that operate on electric power supply, which also decreases noise pollution. We carefully monitor fuel consumption, vehicle mileage and equipment running hours and implement strict repair and preventive maintenance protocols.

We hold ISO 14001:2015 certification, the international standard for environmental management systems (EMS).

Tips for protecting turtles on beaches and in water:

As Corporate Members, we actively support EWS-WWF’s mission to create a sustainable future for the UAE through biodiversity conservation, environmental education and ecological footprint reduction.

Conservation Project

Gulftainer has partnered with EWS-WWF on their Marine Turtle Conservation Project to preserve and protect the Hawksbill turtle species in the Arabian Gulf waters.

CREATING LASTING VALUE

We believe that strong corporate governance is fundamental to building trust, driving innovation, and creating lasting value for all our stakeholders.

Our commitment to workplace equality is reflected in our diverse workforce and intentional steps to promote female leadership through specialised training programmes and strategic hiring initiatives.

Our partnership with the Pearl Initiative underscores our dedication to elevating corporate accountability and transparency across the region. This commitment extends internally through our comprehensive anti-corruption framework, which includes awareness campaigns, secure feedback mechanisms and rigorous policy enforcement across all our facilities.

We strengthen our zero-harm policy across all aspects of our operations. Our unwavering commitment to the safety and wellbeing of our people drives everything we do. Our comprehensive approach to safety has earned us prestigious international safety accolades from RoSPA and the British Safety Council. We believe continuous improvement is key, fostering a strong safety culture through ongoing education, awareness, and dedicated training programmes for our employees.

From deploying best-in-class cybersecurity measures to organising extensive health initiatives, we strive to create a workplace where safety, security and wellbeing are fundamental pillars of operational excellence.

We hold an unwavering commitment to the safety and wellbeing of our people. Our comprehensive approach encompasses not just physical safety measures, but also mental, emotional and psychological wellbeing across our global operations. This holistic vision has earned us prestigious international safety awards from RoSPA and the British Safety Council, validating our dedication to excellence in workplace safety.

We believe in continuous improvement through education and awareness through an ongoing commitment to training activities for our employees which builds a robust safety culture. These initiatives range from focused programmes like hydration awareness campaigns to expert-led mental health workshops and leadership-focused training. These ensure our teams are equipped with the tools they need to thrive in a safe, supportive environment.