AAL Shipping, the prominent heavy lift carrier, has clinched the Silver award at the prestigious Asia Sustainability Reporting Awards 2023. This recognition, bestowed by an esteemed panel of independent judges, commends AAL’s exemplary practices in sustainability reporting, marking a significant milestone for the industry player.
The accolade was secured in the category of Asia’s Best Sustainability Report (SME), setting AAL apart as the sole multipurpose project heavy lift cargo carrier shortlisted for any award during the event. This achievement underscores the company’s commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting best practices.
Felix Schoeller, AAL Director and Head of its Sustainability Committee, expressed pride in the accomplishment, stating, “This accolade builds on years of robust and sustained efforts by AAL to be an industry leader in sustainability and ethical practices, something that we adhere to at every level of our global operations.”
AAL’s distinct position as the sole multipurpose project heavy lift cargo carrier recognized by the judges emphasizes its role as a global advocate for good governance and reporting within the niche sector. The company hopes that this recognition will serve as an inspiration for positive change as the industry collectively moves towards greater sustainability oversight.
This accolade follows the release of AAL’s 2022 Sustainability Report, a comprehensive document outlining the carrier’s activities and strategies across key ESG pillars. The report delves into various aspects of AAL’s operations, encompassing both land and sea activities. It not only scrutinizes the environmental impact of sailings and cargo operations but also sheds light on the carrier’s ethnically, culturally, and socially diverse team of professionals. Additionally, the report outlines the systems, processes, and extracurricular activities developed to support the team on land and sea.
Crucially, AAL’s sustainability report adheres to the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards, widely recognized for providing a comprehensive framework for sustainability reporting. These standards help organizations better understand and quantify their economic, environmental, and social activities and their corresponding impacts.
AAL Shipping’s Silver win at the Asia Sustainability Reporting Awards underscores its dedication to sustainability and ethical practices, positioning the company as a beacon for positive change within the industry.
