AVS Global Ship Supply emphasizes the vital role of ship suppliers in promoting sustainability and ethical practices within the maritime industry.
AVS Global Ship Supply Calls for Greater Recognition of the Role of Ship Supply in Sustainability within the Maritime Sector
AVS Global Ship Supply has highlighted the increasing importance of environmental responsibility, transparency, and ethical business practices in global supply chains, calling for greater recognition of the role of ship supply companies in advancing sustainability within the maritime sector.
As a global leader in ship supply and maritime services, the company joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) two years ago. AVS Global Ship Supply believes that the industry's perspective on ship supply has now transcended traditional logistics functions and has become a strategic element contributing to broader sustainability goals.
According to the General Manager of AVS Global Ship Supply, the sector must better understand the impact of responsible procurement, operational efficiency, and sustainable service delivery on the environmental and social performance of the maritime industry.
'The key message we want to convey to the maritime sector with AVS Global Ship Supply's membership in the United Nations Global Compact is this: Ship supply is no longer just a traditional logistics operation that meets immediate orders. On the contrary, it has become one of the most critical links in business ethics aligned with global sustainability goals,' said Şimşek.
As sustainability expectations continue to rise in the maritime sector, AVS Global Ship Supply believes that suppliers play a significant role in supporting shipowners' environmental and corporate responsibility goals through innovative services, operational transparency, and long-term strategic partnerships.
The company has integrated numerous sustainability-focused applications into its operations. These include the Seafarers' Wellbeing program, which supports the quality of life and rights of seafarers, and a collaboration with Aquarex to provide sustainable water filtration solutions aimed at reducing plastic waste on ships.
AVS Global Ship Supply is also continuing its digitalization efforts by investing in the development of the AI-supported customer portal AVS+, aimed at enhancing transparency, anticipating the needs of ships, and reducing unnecessary material and food waste.
In addition to its environmental initiatives, the company prioritizes training and workforce development through the Ekol Maritime Training Center. Leveraging over forty years of industry experience, AVS Global Ship Supply offers continuous education opportunities to maritime professionals, including ship cooks, through its training center and digital Learning Management System (LMS) platform. The training focuses on operational efficiency, menu planning, and portion control, aiming to reduce food waste on ships.
According to Şimşek, sustainable business practices and commercial growth should not be seen as competing priorities.
'What we want to show the sector is that commercial growth and acting responsibly towards our planet and people are not opposing forces. On the contrary, these are prerequisites for being a lasting and respected player in the global market,' he said.
AVS Global Ship Supply joined the United Nations Global Compact as part of its commitment to sustainability, human rights, labor standards, and ethical business practices. The company states that this framework continues to guide its decision-making processes and supports its goal of providing services aligned with the future needs of the global maritime sector.
Looking ahead, AVS Global Ship Supply believes that sustainability will continue to shape the future of the ship supply sector; particularly, transparency, measurable environmental performance, and responsible business practices throughout the maritime supply chain will gain even more importance.
Şimşek concluded his remarks by stating, 'Our ability to integrate technology into our processes, our foresight to anticipate needs before they arise, and the global legitimacy provided by the UNGC principles will position us not just as a supplier in the international arena, but also as a visionary solution partner.'
Source: SeaNews Türkiye
