Ports self-certifying

Bolloré Ports, a leading operator of port terminals in Africa, Asia and the Americas, has launched its “Green Terminal” certification process, which aims by using a precise methodology that covers all environmental issues.

“The Green Terminal label allows us to offer public partners and users of our terminals logistics solutions that are both efficient and eco-responsible,” said Olivier de Noray, managing director of Bolloré Ports and Terminals.

“As part of this process, we also aim to accelerate our investments in alternative, greener and smarter solutions.”

Port first

In what Bolloré calls a first in the port sector, the port’s own certification has been validated by Bureau Veritas.

Bolloré Ports’ Green Terminal label is based on eight fundamental pillars which will encourage optimised management thanks to an environmental management system based on the ISO 14001 standard.

The pillars include an eco-social commitment to local stakeholders, a commitment to build infrastructure in accordance with international standards and to deploy environmentally friendly handling solutions and equipment with a view to energy transition.

There is a also a requirement to implement digital solutions, provide collection, recovery and recycling of waste, prioritise water and air treatment and control and train employees in best practices related to environmental issues.

Starting this year, Bureau Veritas experts will support Bolloré Ports in the deployment of the label and will be responsible for carrying out annual audits to assess the environmental performance of its port terminals with a view to issuing a certificate of compliance.