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As a global leader in the transportation and storage of products that touch every aspect of modern life and a producer of sustainable seafood, we take our role as an essential part of a sustainable global supply chain seriously.
Working Sustainably
From our health and safety standards and environmental performance to our asset management, investment decisions and the way we recruit and develop our people, we strive to operate in a way that is safe for both people and the environment.
The Board and management believe that acting responsibly and protecting people and the environment is essential for the future success of our company and protects shareholder value.
The day-to-day monitoring and management of sustainability risks, and the reporting and communication of these, sits with the executive management of SNL. This team is also responsible for the development and execution of our sustainability strategy, embedding sustainable thinking into wider corporate strategy and disseminating this throughout the organisation.
Engaging with stakeholders
Collaboration is key to our sustainability approach, and we engage with trade associations and other sector-specific organisations on industry trends and best practices.
These include American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers, Ammonia Energy Association (AEA), Associacion Petroquimica y Quimica Latinoamericana, Bulk Liquids Industry Association Inc, Clean Cargo, EcoTransIT, European Chemical Transport Association (ECTA), European Petrochemical Association, Global Maritime Forum, HiLo, IMPA|Save, International Chamber of Shipping, International Liquid Terminals Association, International Tank Container Organization, INTERTANKO, ITOPF, Koninklijke BLN-Schuttevaer, Maersk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping, Maritime Anti Corruption Network (MACN), Poseidon Principles, Sea Cargo Charter, Ship Recycling Transparency Initiative, Singapore Chemical Industry Council, Smart Freight Centre, Tank Storage Association, The Consumer Goods Forum, European Federation of Aquaculture Producers, and the Norwegian Seafood Council.
Aligning to the UN Sustainable Development Goals
The UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) provide a framework for governments, businesses and individuals to work towards creating a better future for both people and the planet.
Epic Shipping has developed strong governance frameworks, processes and standards that align with three SDGs in particular – Responsible Consumption and Production, Climate Action and Life Below Water – which we use to guide our approach to sustainability and support our ambition to reduce the impact of our operations on the environment.
UN Global Compact
Epic Shipping is a signatory of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), an initiative for businesses committed to aligning their operations with 10 universally accepted principles in the areas of human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption. Our Code of Business Conduct and supporting global policies incorporate the UNGC Ten Principles, and we reflect the basic concepts of fairness, honesty and respect for people and the environment in the way we operate our business. As a signatory of the UNGC, we report our progress on implementing the Ten Principles and the ways in which we are supporting the 2030 development agenda.
Our sustainability ambitions
We work hard to ensure we meet all current and future environmental regulations at both a local and international level. But we don’t stop there. We also have multiple ambitions of our own to prioritise safety and reduce the environmental impact of our businesses.
Health and safety
At Epic Shipping, we have a steadfast focus on safety excellence, as taking responsibility for our people and our planet is of paramount importance.
It is essential that everyone understands their personal responsibility for ensuring a safe working environment and contributes to Epic Shipping’s zero harm commitment across every one of our operations.
Our safety culture is driven from the top, with safety matters regularly discussed and monitored at Board level. And our robust safety processes include regular, specialised training, health and wellbeing support services, channels for reporting concerns, and ongoing incident management and measurement.
We require everyone at Epic Shipping to be committed and vigilant when it comes to health and safety, and we are proud of every employee’s dedication to upholding our standards.
Specialized Training
Regular training is at the heart of our commitment to maintaining safety standards across all our operations. Our aim is to not only avoid incidents and injuries, but also to promote a culture of risk awareness where everyone is educated and motivated to ensure Epic Shipping is a safe and healthy place to work.
Alongside in-house training on operational safety and minimising personal injuries, we hold routine external exercises to help staff prepare for and respond to different incident types. This includes conducting large-scale simulations with local authorities and response organisations.
We have also designed programmes to support the mental health of our seafarers – including helplines for seafarers and onshore employees, online sessions that can be delivered remotely to our employees and digital training portals for self-managed learning.
Reducing our environmental impact
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Epic Shipping Tankers
Reduce Scope 1 carbon intensity by 50% (relative to 2008 levels) by 2030 Reach net zero CO2e emissions by 2050, in line with the IMO’s target -
Epic Shipping Terminals
Reduce Scope 1 and 2 carbon intensity by 50% relative to 2018 baseline by 2030 Reach net zero CO2e emissions by 2050 -
Epic Shipping Tank Containers
Reduce Scope 1 and 2 carbon intensity at wholly owned depots by 50% relative to 2020 baseline by 2030 Reach net zero CO2e emissions by 2050
Our people and communities
We actively support the communities in which we operate, not just financially but also by organising and participating in local environmental, educational and social programmes. Where possible, we purchase local goods and services, and hire and train local talent for fulfilling careers.
For example, in 2024, Epic Shipping Tankers together with its partners NYK Line, CMB Tech, Tufton and Farvatn donated US $110,000 to three local environmental projects focused on climate action.
Epic Shipping Tankers also continued its local partnership with JCI Regatta, donating the funds to build a boat to transport children to school on the island of Malalison, Iloilo.
Employees at Epic Shipping Terminals in Brazil donated almost 2,000 litres of drinking water to help people affected by severe floods in the south of the country in May 2024. Every litre of water donated by an employee was doubled by the business.
In Colombia, Epic Shipping Tank Containers provides ongoing support to the Abraza un Sueño (Hugs that Heal) Foundation, which helps seriously ill children.
Epic Shipping Sea Farm (ESF) was chosen by the Aquaculture Business Association of Spain (APROMAR) to tell its community engagement story. And for the sixth consecutive year, SSF sponsored a marine-education programme for students in Galicia, Spain allowing more than 330 students to learn about sustainable aquaculture and fishing and how to value, and care for, the ocean’s resources.
Quality, safety and sustainability
We are service-oriented, with quality always as our top priority
At Epic Shipping, we are dedicated to delivering the best service while prioritizing quality, health, safety, and the environment. Our employees are experts in their respective fields, working according to strict procedures within our certified Integrated Management System. We continuously strive for improvement and sustainability, supported by our investments in the latest technologies and environmentally frie
By keeping our processes fully optimized, we ensure the best possible service for our customers. Our trained staff is committed to achieving the highest level of quality together. This way, you always know exactly what to expect.