Environmental social governance

To behave sustainably we must be accountable for our actions. This requires a commitment to our environment, the utmost social responsibility and an ethical and compliant approach to doing business. We take this very seriously and invest time and resources into attaining the necessary learning, accreditations, and the highest business practices to achieve our important ESG goals

OUR APPROACH

As a prominent player in the transportation and logistics industry, Bulk Carriers is dedicated to implementing sustainable practices across every facet of our operations. From reducing carbon emissions to prioritizing driver well-being, we strive to make a positive impact on both the environment and the communities we serve.

Environment and Sustainability

As a member of Natural Resources Canada's Green Freight Program, we prioritize sustainability by minimizing greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution throughout our operations.

• Driver Pay: Since rolling out the new pay model, Bulk Carriers has seen turn over rate go down by 40% compared to industry standards.
• Route planning: Thanks to efficient route planning, our fuel economy drastically increased by 63%.
• Supporting EV Infrastructure: We have installed EV charging stations at our headquarters to allow employees to easily charge electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles while at work.

Social Initiatives

One key sustainability initiative has been restructuring how we pay our drivers. Previously, drivers were compensated based on mileage driven, which inadvertently encouraged speeding and rapid acceleration to maximize miles traveled. This led to increased fuel consumption and emissions.
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Since adopting a new payment model “Hourly Pay” for all our drivers the results have been striking:

•  - 16% increase in fuel efficiency
  
•  - 3% decrease in Speed
  
•  - 35% decrease in Idling

• Attracting, developing, and retaining a premier workforce, from the broadest possible pool, to meet our business needs.
• We also target international candidates by attending career fairs.

Other Initiatives

Diversity & Inclusion

Sustainability goes beyond just reducing emissions. At Bulk Carriers, we believe in fostering a culture of ethical conduct and social responsibility throughout our organization.

• We invest in comprehensive training programs, state-of-the-art equipment, and supportive work environments to ensure our drivers feel valued and empowered every step of the way.

• Standardized recruitment practices – ensure consistent & equitable recruitment.