EBEN 2020

AMBASSADORS CLUB OF EBEN BOOKLET 2020 15 Culture of Ethics Enterprises Shipping and Trading S.A. demonstrates a strong social responsibility image not only because this is the right thing , but mostly because it makes good business sense. The benefits that EST’s Company’s Social Responsibility produces are diverse: • Spreading globally company’s good reputation • Development of a reputable name in the Market place as an employer • increase of employees’ loyalty • increase of all stakeholders’ value • minimization of risks involving criminal acts Enterprises Shipping and Trading S.A. has established a Code of Ethics based on the above philosophy. Company’s Board of Directors and the responsible personnel ensure for the implementation of company’s culture of ethics, and there is a set of processes, values and best practices in place to ensure the best interest of all stakeholders. Collaborating with the Wide Community Although the shipping industry is a minor contributor to air pollution compared to the land based industry, it is once again challenged by its stakeholders to improve even more its environmental performance due to the increased concerns over the climate change. ESTSA as one of the leading shipping companies is raising the bar towards this direction, by implementing sustainable practices that will improve its social corporate responsibility, economical and environmental footprint. Company’s strategic plan ranges from the evaluation of alternative fuel sources and investing in ECO ships, new technologies and software to the employment of highly trained seafarers, and maintaining high levels of satisfaction of all stakeholders. Membership / Sponsors EST believes that a better future should be provided to the new generations and ethical leadership should be promoted. Thus, EST sponsors various organizations dedicated to the promotion of business ethics, CSR and Corporate governance. EST’s Leaders are also members of the Board of Committee of P&I clubs, Flag Administrations and Classification Societies getting involved in problem solving matters regarding changes in the shipping industry Environmental responsibility There is no doubt that safeguarding the environment is a vital part of the company’s sustainable development and is recognized as one of the highest priorities of the company. ENTERPRISES SHIPPING AND TRADING S.A. commits to comply with applicable land and sea environmental regulations and requirements including those of the Flag Administration, Port States and International Conventions associated with its activities in accordance with the ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 standard requirements. Social responsibility Similar to environmental management, social responsibility management is recognized as one of the top priorities of the company. Contributing to society Many donations have been made to several institutions to assist them coping with the economic difficulties they are facing and allow them to continue their normal operation. Similarly, the Company has already implemented many more initiatives in order to assist people in need. Among them, it is worth mentioning the initative taken by EST when our under management Cruise Vessel Aegean Paradise remained at Kefalonia Island for almost two months in order to provide humanitarian aid to 800 inhabitants of the Greek island who were suffering from consecutive earthquakes. Blood Donations The Social Improvement Initiative Team arranged in 2004 the set up of a blood bank on behalf of EST employees and their families. Company’s Blood donation has been arranged since then, and 10% of the blood collected annually is donated to children suffering from Mediterranean Anaemia. University Last but not least, part time employment is being offered to several University students during summer, in order to assist them completing their practical training and obtain experience in the field of shipping. ENTERPRISES SHIPPING AND TRADING S.A. Living up to our Vision