emirates7 - AD Ports Group announced the release of its 2023 Sustainability Report, showcasing significant advancements in its decarbonization efforts and reflecting a proactive approach to global sustainability challenges.
The report underscores the Group's commitment to transparency as a publicly listed company on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and its dedication to keeping stakeholders informed about its sustainability performance. Operating across the maritime, industrial, and logistics sectors, AD Ports Group’s initiatives are aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the sustainability objectives of Abu Dhabi and the UAE.
The report highlights the Group’s collaborative efforts and partnerships in driving sustainability, with the aim of shaping a more resilient and sustainable future. It emphasizes AD Ports Group's critical role in promoting positive environmental, social, and economic impacts (ESG).
Notable achievements in the report include the successful completion of 124 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) projects, an 84% employee satisfaction rate, a 57% increase in total employee training hours, and a 42% rise in the number of female employees.
In 2023, AD Ports Group was honored with several prestigious awards for its Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) work, receiving recognition from the United Nations, the Harvard Business Council, the International Business Award, and the Abu Dhabi Sustainable Business Leadership Award, among others.
A key achievement in the report is the progress in decarbonization. The Group reduced greenhouse gas (GHG) emission intensity by 2%, lowering it to 11.67 kgCO2e per TEU (Twenty-Foot Equivalent Unit) in 2023, compared to 11.93 kgCO2e per TEU in 2022. This reduction was driven by operational efficiency improvements, energy savings, and increased use of solar photovoltaic (PV) energy.
Additionally, the Group reported a 7% decrease in electricity consumption intensity and a 174% increase in the recycling of solid waste. The integration of solar PV capacity in 2023 contributed to a reduction of 5,000 tonnes of CO2 equivalent through the use of clean energy.
Looking ahead, AD Ports Group plans to expand its solar PV projects at Khalifa Port, Zayed Port, its Abu Dhabi headquarters, and a multipurpose port in Safaga, Egypt, under a concession with Egypt's Red Sea Ports Authority.
Captain Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi, AD Ports Group’s Managing Director and CEO, emphasized the Group's efforts in driving sustainable economic diversification in the UAE, aligning with its core ESG strategy. Captain Saif Al Mheiri, CEO of Abu Dhabi Maritime and Acting Chief Sustainability Officer, praised the team’s dedication to achieving these sustainability goals, demonstrating that business growth and sustainability can go hand in hand.
In 2023, AD Ports Group’s Khalifa Port was recognized as the world’s third-most efficient container port in the Container Port Performance Index (CPPI) by the World Bank and S&P Global Market Intelligence.
The report underscores the Group's commitment to transparency as a publicly listed company on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and its dedication to keeping stakeholders informed about its sustainability performance. Operating across the maritime, industrial, and logistics sectors, AD Ports Group’s initiatives are aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the sustainability objectives of Abu Dhabi and the UAE.
The report highlights the Group’s collaborative efforts and partnerships in driving sustainability, with the aim of shaping a more resilient and sustainable future. It emphasizes AD Ports Group's critical role in promoting positive environmental, social, and economic impacts (ESG).
Notable achievements in the report include the successful completion of 124 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) projects, an 84% employee satisfaction rate, a 57% increase in total employee training hours, and a 42% rise in the number of female employees.
In 2023, AD Ports Group was honored with several prestigious awards for its Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) work, receiving recognition from the United Nations, the Harvard Business Council, the International Business Award, and the Abu Dhabi Sustainable Business Leadership Award, among others.
A key achievement in the report is the progress in decarbonization. The Group reduced greenhouse gas (GHG) emission intensity by 2%, lowering it to 11.67 kgCO2e per TEU (Twenty-Foot Equivalent Unit) in 2023, compared to 11.93 kgCO2e per TEU in 2022. This reduction was driven by operational efficiency improvements, energy savings, and increased use of solar photovoltaic (PV) energy.
Additionally, the Group reported a 7% decrease in electricity consumption intensity and a 174% increase in the recycling of solid waste. The integration of solar PV capacity in 2023 contributed to a reduction of 5,000 tonnes of CO2 equivalent through the use of clean energy.
Looking ahead, AD Ports Group plans to expand its solar PV projects at Khalifa Port, Zayed Port, its Abu Dhabi headquarters, and a multipurpose port in Safaga, Egypt, under a concession with Egypt's Red Sea Ports Authority.
Captain Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi, AD Ports Group’s Managing Director and CEO, emphasized the Group's efforts in driving sustainable economic diversification in the UAE, aligning with its core ESG strategy. Captain Saif Al Mheiri, CEO of Abu Dhabi Maritime and Acting Chief Sustainability Officer, praised the team’s dedication to achieving these sustainability goals, demonstrating that business growth and sustainability can go hand in hand.
In 2023, AD Ports Group’s Khalifa Port was recognized as the world’s third-most efficient container port in the Container Port Performance Index (CPPI) by the World Bank and S&P Global Market Intelligence.