ESG from the inside out

It is not just a requirement, it is our responsibility to make an impact in our industry through effective environmental, social and governance practices.

Environmental

Our company’s environmental responsibility propels us to promote a low carbon industry and responsible business practices.

We emphasize ESG in both our internal interactions within the organization and our operations within the industry and society.

SCOPE 1

Direct emissions from the operations owned or controlled by Glander International Bunkering across 9 office locations. Emissions classified as Scope 1 comes from e.g. our company vehicle.

SCOPE 2

Indirect emissions from the generation of energy such as electricity, heating and cooling consumed at our offices. Our Scope 2 emissions are related to electricity, heating and cooling.

SCOPE 3

Indirect emissions from all relevant activities across our value chain. The primary source of our Scope 3 emissions is the fuel products supplied to our customers.

Achievements

ESG - ECC

Our ECOUREA partnership provides a complete emissions control package and reduces NOX emission levels by up to 98% in accordance with MARPOL Annex VI.

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ESG - ISCC

Our ISCC certificates demonstrate our commitment to high standards and compliant supply chains for biofuels.

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Our Geneva office became a member of SFC in early June 2024, as we aim to promote carbon insetting and work alongside its network and the Sustainable Freight Buyers Alliance.

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As part of Bunker Holding Group, Glander International Bunkering has achieved an EcoVadis Gold Medal for its ESG efforts.

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Target

As part of the Bunker Holding Group, we are committed to tackling our Scope 3 emissions by ensuring that very low-carbon fuels make up at least 5% of our product portfolio by energy content.

We aim to reduce and recycle general waste all office sites where possible.

Additionally, we aim to reduce carbon intensity by a minimum of 4.5%, with a target of 8.5% (kgCO2e per MJ) all by 2030, striving towards net-zero emissions by 2050.

We aim to reduce own emissions (Scope 1 and 2, business travel from Scope 3) by 50%.

Social

Our social responsibility helps create a stronger, more connected workforce, in addition to bringing about a meaningful change in people’s lives.

People

*data as of May 2024.

34%

of our workforce are females, compared to the industry average of 29%

60%

employees have been with us 5+ years

24.2%

with us 10+ years

60% ↑

increase in nationalities employed since 2018

People-centric programs

  • Mentor program
  • Employee wellbeing focus
  • Parental & grandparental leave
  • Social committee
  • Senior policy
  • Health and safety
  • Employee engagement team
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Policies for diversity and inclusion

  • Inclusive hiring
  • Gender balance policy
  • Cultural pride
  • Personality diversity
  • Global mobility program
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Charity partnerships

We carefully select incredible charities and organization that contribute to our mission of making a “world of difference.”

Willing Hearts

Willing Hearts

Supporting Willing Hearts through volunteer initiatives led by our Singapore team.

MASC Miami

This charity provides mentorship, academic support, and life skills programs to at-risk youth in the Miami area, empowering them to build brighter futures.

Røde Kors

Every day, countless individuals face hardship, and through compassion and collective action, we can help make a difference.

This year, our Norway office is proud to support the Norwegian Red Cross, contributing to their vital humanitarian work that provides care, safety, and dignity to those in need.

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ISWAN

As members of the International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network, we support the Seafarers Emergency Fund and the Maritime Piracy Humanitarian Response Fund which provide critical assistance to seafarers in crisis.

Vivekananda

Vivekananda Youth Forum

Since 2012, we have been partnering with this non-profit organization in Mumbai that aids homeless children gain access to education, healthcare, nutrition and vocational training.

Vivekananda

Nicholas D. Sergi

This foundation is built on the mission of “Giving makes you smile” and helps support organizations that strengthen families and enrich the youth in agricultural education.

Ecuador

Casa Caridad

For the past 5 years, we have partnered with Casa Caridad to provide hot meals to homeless communities in Spain.

St. GEMS

We donated to fund a physics, chemistry and biology lab at the St. GEMS school located in Kerala, India. The school provides free education and lodging to underprivileged children.

Charmilles

AS Charmilles

This sports club in Switzerland was established to unite the community through the joy of sports and camaraderie.

Target

We aim to have either gender make up at least 40% of the composition in the organization at all levels.

We aim to maintain our Great Place to Work standing in Dubai and earn similar recognition in our other offices.

We aim to expand our partnerships with maritime-related charities.

Governance

Through our world-class compliance system, code of conduct, and continual trainings, we uphold integrity and responsibility in our operations.

Transparency

We openly share our internal procedures and financial earnings, fostering openness and promoting best practices. In compliance with the Norwegian Transparency Act, we prepared a report detailing our due diligence assessments on fundamental human rights and decent working conditions across our operations, supply chain, and business partners.

Transparency

Cyber security & secure invoicing

Our Group Cybersecurity department protects against digital threats, supported by employee awareness sessions and phishing simulations. To prevent fraud, we use secure invoices with alerts for tampered bank details. Our policies follow the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and CIS Controls Version 8.

Cyber security & secure invoicing

Code of conduct

As part of Bunker Holding Group, we aim to conduct our business in an ethical, sustainable and socially responsible manner and will comply with the rules and legislation governing our areas of operation.

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Whistleblowing

Whistleblowing

We follow Bunker Holding Group’s Whistleblowing Policy, which outlines procedures for reporting suspected misconduct, corruption, or breaches of our Code of Conduct. The policy encourages employees and stakeholders to report concerns in good faith, without fear of retaliation or adverse consequences. Whistleblowing Form here.

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Business partner responsibility

We are committed to fostering a sustainable and compliant supply chain by assessing our third-party partners. Through our Global Business Partner Responsibility Conduct (GBPRC), we promote, safeguard and assess the sustainable and responsible practices of our business partners.

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Human rights policy

We respect human rights across all aspects of our business, in line with Bunker Holding Group’s Human Rights Policy. This policy applies throughout our global operations and value chain and guides how we identify, prevent, and address human rights risks.

View our Human Rights Policy 2026
EU ETS Compliance and EUAs

QHSE policy

Through monitoring, measurement, and evaluation of relevant processes and performance inputs, Glander International Bunkering follows the Group’s policy for Quality, Health, Safety and Environment.

View our QHSE policy
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Target

We aim to advance and demonstrate compliant business practices by addressing supply chain responsibility.

We aim to continue investing and improving our cyber security program.