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SUSTAINABILITY AT
SAGT
SUSTAINABILITY INTEGRATION terminal operator. SAGT has chosen the GRI framework to facilitate continuous and ongoing
Standards and the UN Sustainable Development dialogues with its various stakeholder groups.
Sustainability Strategy and Governance Goals (UNSDG) as the basis of embedding These interactions have proven to be invaluable
sustainability at all levels of the operation. in identifying the significant economic,
Shipping and Port operations have long been environmental and social aspects deemed
the lifeblood of the global economy. Ports are Since declaring Sustainability to be one of relevant by the Company’s key stakeholders.
an essential part of the shipping industry and its strategic imperatives, SAGT has focused These aspects or Material Topics are then
seaports in particular remain the main nodules on integrating sustainability within its wider integrated into SAGT’s strategy and necessary
in the maritime transit network facilitating business strategy in an effort to make a more action is taken in line with the Management
intercontinental trade. In global context seaports impactful contribution to the Company’s triple Approach specified for each Material Topic.
serve as points of convergence between the bottom line agenda. Accordingly, SAGT’s Management Approaches are developed using
land and maritime domains of passengers and sustainability strategy is designed to support the guidelines set out by the GRI Standards
freight circulation. The global shipping and the Company’s business strategy vis-a-vis three and the UN Sustainable Development Goals
logistics industry which is responsible for the key pillars: responsible economic contribution, (UNSDG). These Management Approaches are
carriage of around 90% of world trade, relies environmental stewardship and social reviewed annually by the Senior Management
heavily on the worldwide network of seaports to responsibility. Cascading from this, several key Team of SAGT, acting through the Management
ensure global supply chains are up and running. priorities have been identified under each pillar, Committee and Sustainability Division, to ensure
to create a framework for sustainability at a its effectiveness and applicability.
SAGT, as a major port terminal operator in granular level. These priorities are based on the
the South Asian region, is proud of its role in Material sustainability topics that drive long-term Material topics also provide the basis for
connecting Sri Lanka with the world through value for the business and its stakeholders. measuring SAGT’s sustainability performance
new opportunities and world class experiences. to demonstrate the triple bottom line of the
To further build on the success achieved thus Material Topics are identified by engagement Company. Sustainability performance is
far, the Company has now set its sights on with the Company’s stakeholders. SAGT monitored, analysed and reported periodically for
being recognised as the most trusted port believes that taking account of the interests decision making purposes.
terminal operator in the region. Stemming from of its stakeholders and their opinions is vital to
this the Company’s endeavouring to realign ensuring the business grows sustainably over This segment provides an overview of SAGT’s
its sustainability credentials on par with global time. In an effort to understand the needs and strategic sustainability framework and
standards, which it is hoped will pave the way expectations of stakeholders, SAGT employs showcases how sustainability is embedded
for SAGT to redefine its status quo and be a broad-based stakeholder engagement across the business at all levels of operation.
known as the region’s most sustainable port
SAGT is dedicated to enhancing stakeholder value creation by delivering sustainable economic performance in line with the highest standards of
corporate governance, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility
OUR SUSTAINABILITY PRIORITIES
Environment Corporate Social Responsibility Enabling work environment with a focus on
Stewardship Governance Wellbeing, Safety, Security & Health
Engagement
Materials Transparency Customer Privacy Employment
Energy Governance Socioeconomic Labour Relations
Water Accountability
Emissions Stakeholder Compliance Training
Effluents & Waste engagement Diversity & Equal Opportunity
Environment Code of Conduct
Compliance Sustainability Non-Discrimination
Supplier Assessment Reporting Freedom of association
Forced & Compulsory Labour
Occupational Health & Safety
Customer Health & Safety
Cyber Security
Emergency Response