Navigating the Future
Navigating the future means taking responsibility for the course ahead. For us, sustainability is not an obligation but an opportunity for growth and a new business model: a concrete commitment based on ethical and transparent governance to create long-term value for people and the environment.
Environmental Action
Our environmental efforts focus mainly on decarbonization through the reduction of ship emissions and the promotion of sea-rail intermodality as a sustainable alternative to road transport. We invest in energy efficiency and closely follow developments in biofuels and other technological innovations. Our goal is to actively contribute to the ecological transition of the logistics and maritime sector, operating within a certified management system (UNI EN ISO 14001:2015).
Social Responsibility
Caring for people is our most significant value. We guarantee equal opportunities in an inclusive workplace that respects human rights, is safe, and certified.
We invest in the training and well-being of our employees and support the communities where we operate, with a strong sense of social responsibility.
Governance
Our governance is built on a solid Code of Ethics, compliance with anti-corruption laws (Legislative Decree 231/2001, ISO 37001), and supervision by a Vigilance Body. We have an ESG Committee and a company function dedicated to ESG Sustainability, which works in coordination with all company functions to integrate environmental, social, and governance principles into our business strategies. The family majority ensures an independent strategic vision focused on transparency and fair management.
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Sustainability Statement
Our path towards sustainability is a constant process of evolution and improvement. We have embarked on a path of structured reporting, drafting our Report according to recognized standards (GRI in the past and today ESRS) through which we describe our performance, objectives and actions taken in ESG field.
The Sustainability Report represents for us not only a reporting tool but also a strategic tool for dialogue with our stakeholders and a fundamental basis for the definition of our Sustainability Plan, containing clear and measurable objectives.
In this section, we share our comprehensive Sustainability Statement, which outlines the data, strategies, objectives, and concrete actions through which we put our ESG commitment into practice. The document includes a letter to stakeholders, reflecting Management and shareholders commitment in promoting sustainable growth and responsible long-term value creation.
The 2025 Sustainability Report has been submitted to “limited assurance” by EY, as reported in the “Report of the Independent Audit Firm on the Limited Examination” attached to the document.
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EcoVadis sustainability rating
EcoVadis is one of the most popular corporate sustainability assessment platforms globally and is used by thousands of businesses to evaluate and monitor their ESG and value chain performance.
The evaluation considers four main areas: Environment, Labour and Human Rights, Ethics and Sustainable Purchasing.
The EcoVadis rating represents an important evaluation and qualification tool for the company towards customers, partners and other stakeholders.
The improvement in the EcoVadis rating from 53 to 70 points, resulting in the Bronze Medal, represents an important recognition of the company’s improvement path in the areas subject to EcoVadis evaluation.
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ESG Synesgy score
Synergy is the ESG platform proposed by CRIBIS, a company of the CRIF Group, for evaluating the sustainability performance of companies. Through a structured methodology, it analyzes the level of corporate sustainability considering the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) dimensions, also considering the characteristics of the sector to which it belongs.
The evaluation methodology, developed by CRIF Ratings, refers to recognized international sustainability standards and frameworks.
Ignazio Messina & C. obtained the ESG Score “B – Good”, according to the Synergy evaluation methodology.
The result represents a further assessment of the sustainability journey undertaken by the company and a useful tool for measuring performance, identifying strengths and areas for improvement, and supporting the progressive integration of ESG factors into the company’s strategy and processes.
Anti-Corruption Guidelines
A safe course requires steady guidance. The (Opens in a new tab) Messina family firmly anchors our governance in its long-term vision, holding the majority to guarantee the Group’s strategic independence. This translates into a system of clear rules, based on our Code of Ethics and full compliance with corporate responsibility regulations (Legislative Decree 231/2001) and international anti-corruption standards. An autonomous Vigilance Body continuously monitors the correct application of these principles, ensuring honest and transparent management.
