The tanker company Hafnia once again demonstrated that it is one of the leading Danish shipping companies when it comes to diversity, equality, and inclusion. Hafnia won this year’s DEI-award because the company has a broad and well-thought-out approach in this area and has implemented a series of initiatives that cover the conditions for both seafarers and land-based employees, reports Danish Shipping.
Second Time
The winner of Danish Shipping’s DEI-award 2024 was announced recently at a very festive Blue Pride Bar event in Danish Shipping’s courtyard. The award, which was presented by former Minister of Equality Mogens Jensen, went to Hafnia. This is the second time Hafnia has won the DEI award.
Danish Shipping’s DEI award is given to a shipping company or individual in the shipping industry who has made a special effort to promote diversity, equality, and inclusion. This year’s award winner certainly meets that criterion.
“First and foremost, a huge congratulations to Hafnia on the award. The competition was tough this year with two other very strong nominees, DFDS and Uni-Tankers. But it is incredibly well-deserved that Hafnia ends up winning the award, as the company has a very well-thought-out and broad approach to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion, which is continuously developed and expanded. An approach that is supported by clear and ambitious goals and followed up by data,” said Anne Windfeldt Trolle, Director of Labor Market, Recruitment, and Education at Danish Shipping.
Wide-Ranging Initiatives
Furthermore, the jury highlighted that Hafnia has implemented a wide range of initiatives addressing the conditions for both seafarers and land-based employees. This includes improved parental leave policies, inclusive and gender-neutral language across the company, safety equipment and workwear tailored for both men and women and zero tolerance for bullying and harassment.
“Hafnia is a really good example of how making the effort to promote equality, diversity, and inclusion a central part of the company’s strategy pays off. 8% of the seafarers in the company are women, which is significantly higher than the industry average. It is truly impressive and a great example for others to follow,” said Anne Windfeldt Trolle.
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Source: Danishshipping
