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Dubai-based global marine terminal operator DP World, has linked up with Hutchison Port Holdings Limited (HPH), APM Terminals, PSA International and Shanghai International Port Group (SIPG), as well as the Port of Rotterdam Authority (PRA), to launch the so-called Go Green initiative, which aims to promote environmental awareness and make a sustainable difference in the communities in which they operate.
The campaign will take place between 14 – 21th September this year with a focus on three main themes: re-use and recycling, climate change and the communities in which the industry leading terminal operators are active. A range of activities covering all three themes will be organised by the participating port operators’ local business units to tackle issues and raise awareness.
The campaign will also identify local partners in the effort to improve the environment. Creating and upgrading local green spaces, launching educational programmes, adopting waste recycling measures and community engagement are some of the activities that will take place.
DP World Chairman H.E. Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem said: “Safeguarding the environment is the responsibility of all of us and by joining forces across the industry this initiative will make greater impact worldwide. International efforts require partnerships to make them a success and by coming together we can all make a sustainable difference in the communities in which we operate. By continuing to focus on our ecosystem using innovation, new technologies and seeking behavioural change, the industry can make a major contribution to the wellbeing of our planet.”
H.E. Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem said he believed the campaign would represent a watershed for marine terminal operations. “It marks the beginning of a joint effort to bring about positive change to the lives of our people,” he added. The campaign can be followed on twitter by using the hashtag #GoGreen.
