The MN is a member of the professional organisation « Armateurs de France » and signatory of the « Blue Charter».
Since 2021, MN is member and certified GREEN MARINE EUROPE.
Reduce harmful emissions and greenhouse gases and improving the energy performance of its vessels
Control oil pollution and discharges to the sea
Continue to support scientific research on ballast water and the effectiveness of biofouling treatments
Reduce the use of single‐use products
Promote responsible suppliers using as little packaging as possible or environmentally friendly packaging
Use alternative cleaners that are more environmentally friendly, biodegradable and nontoxic
Remain vigilant regarding the impact of underwater noise on marine wildlife
Reduce harmful emissions and greenhouse gases and improving the energy performance of its vessels
Control oil pollution and discharges to the sea
Continue to support scientific research on ballast water and the effectiveness of biofouling treatments
Reduce the use of single‐use products
Promote responsible suppliers using as little packaging as possible or environmentally friendly packaging
Use alternative cleaners that are more environmentally friendly, biodegradable and nontoxic
Remain vigilant regarding the impact of underwater noise on marine wildlife
“SUSTAINABLE PLANET” this is how the UnitedNations emphasises the essential role of maritime activities for global environmental issues.
Aware of the transition to be made by maritime transport players, SOGESTRAN Group has embarked on a more accentuated environmental trajectory in recent years. As a responsible player in maritime transport, our approach is guided by the major International Maritime Organisation (IMO) and European regulations governing the evolution of maritime transport over the coming decades, including carbon dioxide (CO2) and polluting emissions.
To build a European group serving a more sustainable economy, SOGESTRAN Group commits to reduce the environmental footprint of its activities through the implementation of three main means:Better designing, better consuming, better operating.
Ensuring the well-being of seafarers
Taking concrete action to protect the environment
Ensuring a high level of safety for their vessels
“Armateurs de France” is the professional organization of the French shipping and marine services industry.
In addition to defending and promoting the interests of French shipowners, it provides information and advice to its members on a daily basis. “Armateurs de France” includes 54 maritime companies among which 1000 operated or controled vessels generate the employment of nearly 16000 seafarers and 6000 sedentaries. “Armateurs de France” intervenes in multiple sectors of the maritime activity:
