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SKF Awarded EcoVadis Platinum Rating for fourth year running

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星期一, 一月 22, 2024
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GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SKF has been awarded a Platinum Medal by EcoVadis, one of the most trusted providers of sustainability ratings for use in supply chains.

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  • GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SKF has been awarded a Platinum Medal by EcoVadis, one of the most trusted providers of sustainability ratings for use in supply chains.
  • This prestigious recognition places SKF in the top 1% among the more than 100,000 companies assessed worldwide for its commitment to sustainable business practices.
  • The EcoVadis assessment evaluates 21 sustainability criteria across four key themes: Environment, Labour and Human Rights, Ethics and Sustainable Procurement.
  • Magnus Rosén, Head of Sustainability at SKF, says, "We are proud to have been awarded the EcoVadis Platinum Medal for the fourth year running.

Gurit receives gold award for sustainability performance

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星期六, 一月 13, 2024
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Gurit (SIX Swiss Exchange: GURN) has been awarded a gold medal for its sustainability performance from EcoVadis, one of the world’s largest and most trusted sustainability rating agencies.

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  • Gurit (SIX Swiss Exchange: GURN) has been awarded a gold medal for its sustainability performance from EcoVadis, one of the world’s largest and most trusted sustainability rating agencies.
  • This places Gurit in the top 5% of all EcoVadis-rated companies globally.
  • The EcoVadis assessment evaluates 21 sustainability criteria across four core themes: Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics and Sustainable Procurement.
  • Gurit will publish its Sustainability Report 2023 on March 4, 2024.

Quantexa Partners with the Anti-Human Trafficking Intelligence Initiative (ATII) to Intensify the Fight Against Human Trafficking

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星期四, 一月 11, 2024
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The International Labor Organization estimates that 50 million1 people are victims of human trafficking globally, with human trafficking operating as a $150 billion2 industry around the world.

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  • The International Labor Organization estimates that 50 million1 people are victims of human trafficking globally, with human trafficking operating as a $150 billion2 industry around the world.
  • Together, Quantexa and ATII will make pioneering global human trafficking risk data available to more organizations to transform anti-human trafficking efforts and joint initiatives between the private and public sectors.
  • Providing access to a wider set of data points specific to human trafficking will enable investigators to take a more robust approach to anti-human trafficking measures.
  • “We’re proud to partner with the Anti-Human Trafficking Intelligence Initiative to support the valuable work that the organization is doing to stop human trafficking,” said Clark Frogley, North American Head of Financial Crime Solutions at Quantexa.

Coherent Issues Its ESG Report 2023 and Sets a Net Zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions Target of FY2040

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星期三, 十二月 20, 2023
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PITTSBURGH, Dec. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Coherent Corp. (NYSE: COHR), a leader in materials, networking, and lasers, today published its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report 2023 and announced that it has set a net-zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions target of FY2040.

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  • PITTSBURGH, Dec. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Coherent Corp. (NYSE: COHR), a leader in materials, networking, and lasers, today published its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report 2023 and announced that it has set a net-zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions target of FY2040.
  • The ESG Report 2023 is available on the Coherent website at this link .
  • “By establishing a net-zero target for Coherent, we reached a significant new ESG milestone,” said Dr. Vincent D. Mattera, Jr., Chair and CEO.
  • As stated in the report, Coherent considers that all its employees and entire supply chain contribute to the company’s ESG performance.

Training seafarers for a decarbonized future

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星期四, 十一月 30, 2023
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IMO is comprehensively reviewing and revising its key treaty for seafarer training, the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW), with input from industry, and seafarers’ unions.

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  • IMO is comprehensively reviewing and revising its key treaty for seafarer training, the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW), with input from industry, and seafarers’ unions.
  • Future alternative fuel technologies, such as hydrogen, ammonia and methanol, means there is a vital need to up-skill all seafarers.
  • Lloyd’s Register will develop the training framework for seafarers and officers, as well as an instructor handbook for maritime training institutions.
  • Phase 1 delivered a DNV-led report Seafarer training and skills for decarbonized shipping on how best to support the maritime workforce in making the shift to a decarbonized shipping industry, highlighting the need to accelerate training for alternative fuels.

Venator Awarded Prestigious Gold Medal from EcoVadis for Sustainability Performance

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星期五, 十二月 22, 2023
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WYNYARD, UK, Dec. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Venator Materials PLC ("Venator" or the "Company"), announced today that it has achieved a Gold Medal from EcoVadis, the world's most trusted provider of business sustainability ratings. This recognition marks a significant improvement from the preceding year's Silver Medal accolade, showcasing Venator's commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.

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  • WYNYARD, UK, Dec. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Venator Materials PLC ("Venator" or the "Company"), announced today that it has achieved a Gold Medal from EcoVadis, the world's most trusted provider of business sustainability ratings.
  • This recognition marks a significant improvement from the preceding year's Silver Medal accolade, showcasing Venator's commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.
  • Venator's elevation to a Gold Medal reflects the company's enhanced performance in these critical areas, positioning it among the top 4% of companies rated globally.
  • The EcoVadis Gold Medal is testament to Venator's efforts and dedication to sustainable practices, exemplifying the company's strategic initiatives and policies aimed at minimizing environmental impact across its entire operation.

Saudi Human Resources and Social Development Vice Minister, International Labor Organization (ILO) Director-General Gilbert F. Houngbo Open Second-Day of the Inaugural Global Labor Market Conference

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星期四, 十二月 14, 2023
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Vice Minster Abuthnain discussed the Kingdom's focus on two critical areas: skills development and new forms of work.

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  • Vice Minster Abuthnain discussed the Kingdom's focus on two critical areas: skills development and new forms of work.
  • "The Kingdom has prioritized skill development to support economic diversification toward a more productive and knowledge-based economy," said the Vice Minister.
  • He pointed to Saudi Vision 2030 programs such as the Human Capability and Development Program, and the Labor Market Strategy, which have been established to drive skill development and address skill mismatches.
  • The morning also featured a keynote address from International Labor Organization (ILO) Director-General Gilbert F. Houngbo.

Saudi Human Resources and Social Development Vice Minister, International Labor Organization (ILO) Director-General Gilbert F. Houngbo Open Second-Day of the Inaugural Global Labor Market Conference

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星期四, 十二月 14, 2023
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Vice Minster Abuthnain discussed the Kingdom's focus on two critical areas: skills development and new forms of work.

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  • Vice Minster Abuthnain discussed the Kingdom's focus on two critical areas: skills development and new forms of work.
  • "The Kingdom has prioritized skill development to support economic diversification toward a more productive and knowledge-based economy," said the Vice Minister.
  • He pointed to Saudi Vision 2030 programs such as the Human Capability and Development Program, and the Labor Market Strategy, which have been established to drive skill development and address skill mismatches.
  • The morning also featured a keynote address from International Labor Organization (ILO) Director-General Gilbert F. Houngbo.

KSA Welcomes ILO, World Bank, Other Partners to Global Labor Market Conference

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星期二, 十二月 12, 2023
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He added the conference participants hail from among the most important and influential actors in the global labor market, who will come together with the aim of creating a common vision for success and prosperity.

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  • He added the conference participants hail from among the most important and influential actors in the global labor market, who will come together with the aim of creating a common vision for success and prosperity.
  • The GLMC will convene leaders from multinational organizations, government ministries, business, academia, technology, and labor representatives from more than 40 countries.
  • The conference will entail over 40 sessions addressing critical questions including, "Has the Labor Contract Run its Course?"
  • Mr. Al-Shehri is a Saudi economic consultant and expert, whose columns on labor markets have appeared in Saudi Gazette among others.

KSA Welcomes ILO, World Bank, Other Partners to Global Labor Market Conference

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星期二, 十二月 12, 2023
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He added the conference participants hail from among the most important and influential actors in the global labor market, who will come together with the aim of creating a common vision for success and prosperity.

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  • He added the conference participants hail from among the most important and influential actors in the global labor market, who will come together with the aim of creating a common vision for success and prosperity.
  • The GLMC will convene leaders from multinational organizations, government ministries, business, academia, technology, and labor representatives from more than 40 countries.
  • The conference will entail over 40 sessions addressing critical questions including, "Has the Labor Contract Run its Course?"
  • Mr. Al-Shehri is a Saudi economic consultant and expert, whose columns on labor markets have appeared in Saudi Gazette among others.