Action category | Implemented actions |
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Pillar A: Creating fit-for-purpose port reception facilities | |
A1. Define waste categories and identify suitable and authorised waste handlers | 1. Identification of licensed companies, implementation of waste separation [CPA]. Implemented in Cyprus 2. Defining waste stream categories, storage methods, and licensed handlers [Privately operated port terminal] Implemented in Cyprus |
A2. Develop necessary infrastructure and waste segregation schemes | 1. More equipment (skips) is made available at ports, and compactors have been purchased [CPA] Implemented in Cyprus 2. Waste categorization and segregation and correct storage [Ship management company] Implemented abroad 3. Promote and help suppliers around the world to collect packaging materials from vessels [Logistics/supply provision company] Implemented abroad |
A3. Revise fees to incentivise waste minimisation | 1. Law includes provision for reduced fees to vessels that implement waste minimization measures. Implementation of the provisions of the Law pending [CPA] Implemented in Cyprus 2. Made agreements with collaborating suppliers in Singapore so that when they complete their deliveries to vessels, they also collect all recyclables within MARPOL categories A (plastics) and C (other dry recyclables) without any additional costs to the ships. These dry recyclables are then delivered by the supplier to recycling plants [Logistics/supply provision company] Implemented abroad |
A4. Transform Cyprus ports into pioneering Circular Ports | 1. Identify entities that can reuse “waste” such as euro pallets, wire ropes, tyres etc.[Privately operated port terminal] Implemented in Cyprus |
Pillar B: Policy implementation and enforcement | |
B1. Improve monitoring | 1. Record and analyse waste production to identify trends and effects from implementing policies [Privately operated port terminal] Implemented in Cyprus |
2. Corporate sustainability reporting helps collect consistent data to improve monitoring [Consulting firm] Implemented in Cyprus | |
3. Environmental supply chain due diligence [Consulting firm] Implemented in Cyprus | |
B2. Impose fines to polluters | |
B3. Formalize synergies | 1. Implementation of participatory, annual workshops for the shipping industry to record progress and define annual action plans for waste management [Consulting firm and SDM] Implemented in Cyprus |
2. Working with the International Maritime Purchasing Association (IMPA) to develop the International Maritime Procurement Sustainability Standard to make sure the maritime industry’s supply chain meets minimum ESG criteria [Consulting firm] Implemented in Cyprus | |
Pillar C: Research and innovation | |
C1. Identify main technological research and development needs | |
C2. Incentivise the application of innovative technologies | 1. Provide public exposure for suppliers and clients that use innovative technologies through reports and social media contents [Logistics/supply provision company] Implemented abroad |
C3. Finance solution-oriented Research and Development | 1. Financing of research on microplastics through the company’s corporate social responsibility [ship management company supporting local NGO] Implemented in Cyprus |
C4. Waste minimization practices | 1. Collaboration with manufacturers to reduce packaging of delivered goods [privately operated port terminal] Implemented in Cyprus |
2. All ships provided with reverse osmosis water systems that are regularly checked by onboard engineers and yearly maintained at shore. This is coupled with the provision of reusable, biodegradable bottles. [ship management company] Implemented in Cyprus | |
3. Several ships equipped with water filtration systems to reduce plastic water bottles [ship management company] Implemented in Cyprus | |
4. Researching the possibility of banning single use plastics on board vessels [ship management company] Implemented in Cyprus | |
Pillar D: Environmental behaviour and awareness raising | |
D1. Awareness-raising for the public | 1. Informative campaigns about the Cypriot shipping industry [SDM] Implemented in Cyprus |
2. Implementation of Adopt-a-Ship program with schools [NGO and Cyprus Shipping Chamber] Implemented in Cyprus 3. Participation in Adopt-a-Ship program with several vessels [ship management company] Implemented in Cyprus | |
4. Provision of sustainability training and development of corporate social responsibility campaigns that build awareness. [Consulting firm] Implemented in Cyprus | |
5. Awareness-raising through media on the issue of waste management in shipping, marine plastic pollution and solutions. [Consulting firm] Implemented in Cyprus | |
D2. Education for crew and decision-makers | 1. Approval of environmental awareness activities of maritime training establishments [SDM] Implemented in Cyprus |
2. Seminars for seafarers and shipping executives. [NGO] Implemented in Cyprus | |
3. Informational material on environmental issues for vessels [NGO] Implemented in Cyprus | |
4. Promotion of recycling through training videos and campaigns. [privately operated port terminal] Implemented in Cyprus | |
5. Marine pollution and garbage segregation included as mandatory crew training topics [ship management company] Implemented in Cyprus and abroad | |
6. Instruct and educate vessels on how to identify and segregate MARPOL A&C categories for recycling [Logistics/supply provision company] Implemented in Cyprus and abroad | |
7. Marine litter and plastic pollution included as training for staff and crew [Logistics/supply provision company in collaboration with NGO] Implemented in Cyprus and abroad | |
8. Publish pieces in company editorials and company ESE reports to track and improve progress as well as notify employees about sustainability action [Logistics/supply provision company] Implemented in Cyprus and abroad | |
9. Briefing (pre-departure and onboard) of crew regarding correct waste management [ship management company] Implemented in Cyprus and abroad | |
10. Open report on environmental accidents and near misses to raise awareness among crew [ship management company] Implemented in Cyprus and abroad | |
D4. Business reward scheme/awards | 1. Cyprus Maritime Awards [SDM] Implemented in Cyprus |