Serco News
Serco, the provider of services and support to governments internationally, has announced it has received validation from the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), meaning its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets meet the SBTi’s criteria and recommendations. Science-Based Targets Initiative The SBTi is a global organisation that sets out and promotes best practices in emissions reductions and Net Zero targets, while independently assessing companies’ targets. Scie...
Serco PLC has joined the UN Global Compact, the provider of services to governments internationally announced today. The Compact is an initiative where companies align their strategies and operations with ten principles related to human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption, and take actions that advance society and deliver the UN’s sustainability goals. Greater environmental responsibility The move aligns with Serco’s purpose - to impact a better future for People, Plac...
Construction of Scotland’s largest commercial shore power system started at Port of Aberdeen as part of a £4 million project designed to supply clean electricity to vessels at seven berths. The project is scheduled to deliver its first power in March 2025. The ‘Shore Power in Operation’ demonstrator project is one of the first of its kind in the UK and was awarded match funding as part of the Department for Transport’s (DfT) Zero Emissions Vessels and Infrast...
Maritime UK is launching its national awards programme for 2023, celebrating a sector worth over £116bn to the UK economy and supporting over 1 million jobs. Held for the first time in September 2019, the Maritime UK Awards are run by the industry for the benefit of the industry. From a judging panel of internationally recognised maritime leaders to an awards evening at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hull, the Maritime UK Awards are a unique and impactful way to showcase a business,...
The maritime & ports sector is the gateway to some of the biggest challenges facing the world currently, and presents innovation opportunities to deliver sustainable, equitable growth for our communities and economies. Ocean Wise has announced the cohort for the Maritime Accelerator, a brand-new, challenge-led programme powered by Connected Places Catapult and supported by several industry and academic partners. Maritime Accelerator Its aim is to provide each of the selected SMEs with a p...
Crowley has successfully managed the acquisition of the MV Honor, the first vessel acquisition under its contract, in order to help recapitalise a sealift fleet, with the U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD). With the forthcoming acquisition of the MV Freedom, vehicle carriers are part of the multi-year vessel acquisition and management contract, designed to help recapitalise the U.S. Ready Reserve Force. The acquisitions will enhance the Ready Reserve Force, by increasing ship reliability an...
Serco, the international provider of services to Governments and the company’s partner, Strömma Turism & Sjöfart AB (Stromma Group) have been awarded a new contract to continue to operate the Djurgårdsfärjerna in Stockholm, for a further four years. The contract is managed by the company, Djurgårdens Färjetrafik AB, which is jointly owned by Serco and Strömma Turism & Sjöfart AB. Contract for Stockholm’s Djurgårdsfärjerna...