Table 2 Actions implemented by the Cypriot shipping industry to reduce waste production and improve waste management

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