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Building a more sustainable future through our focus on ESG

As the global leader in shipping services, we believe it’s our role to support smarter, more sustainable trade across the maritime industry. We are committed to being a responsible business, working with our clients, people and communities to make a positive contribution to the world we live in. Clarksons has a hard-earned reputation for integrity, excellence and fairness.

Impact where it matters most

Every business must play its part in achieving a more sustainable future. Whilst we strive at all times to reduce our environmental footprint and remain dedicated to achieving net zero by 2050, we strongly believe that the single most material impact we can have is through our sector-leading work in the green transition. The shipping industry currently accounts for 2% of global CO2 emissions, and we play a pivotal role in the reduction of emissions across the maritime sector.

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An informed approach

Over the year we have continued to develop our ESG governance. We launched an ESG Steering Group with appropriate members to drive collaboration and progress. Following the materiality assessment conducted in 2023, we have advanced our data maturity and, where possible, we have set internal targets and action plans for each material topic. We have clearly defined responsibilities for our ESG commitments which are overseen by the ESG Steering Group and monitored by the CFO & COO and the Board.

Approach to sustainability

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People are our driving force

Our people are the driving force of our Company, and we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where we prioritise their health, wellbeing and development. Supporting society as a whole is central to our values, and we will continue to achieve impact through The Clarkson Foundation and our Corporate Social Responsibility programme.

Our purpose and culture

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Leading positive change

Maintaining robust governance

Our governance structures are integral to the long-term success of our business; we have robust systems and policies in place to maintain trust and deliver value to our stakeholders. Clarksons is founded on a commitment to providing the highest quality of service for our clients whilst maintaining the utmost level of integrity. Our staff share our common values, and we aspire to conduct our business in an ethical, honest and professional manner wherever we operate.

View compliance and legal documents

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Key policies and documents

29/06/2026 Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement pdf

27/02/2026 Gender Pay Gap Report 2025 pdf

30/05/2025 Compliance at Clarksons Overview pdf

THE CLARKSON FOUNDATION

Creating meaningful, lasting change around the world

The Clarkson Foundation takes seriously its responsibility to be a collective force for good. Giving time and resources is woven into its culture. It identifies, backs and monitors a range of projects every year to create genuine, tangible change around the world. The Clarkson Foundation is a registered charity.

The Clarkson Foundation

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Leading positive change

Focus on sustainability

People Impact

News

2026 Charity Giving Day takes aim for impact

Clarksons colleagues from around the world came together last week for the company’s Annual Charity Giving Day, raising an impressive £75,000 for The Clarkson Foundation.

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Impact

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The Clarkson Foundation provides the funding for essential cytotoxic pharmacy unit for the new Children’s Cancer Centre at Great Ormond Street Hospital

The Clarkson Foundation (“the Foundation”) is delighted to provide Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity (GOSH Charity) with the support to fund a new cytotoxic pharmacy unit that is set to play a vital role in the Children’s Cancer Centre at Great Ormond Street Hospital (“GOSH”), which is currently under construction.

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Impact

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The Clarkson Foundation announces significant progress in its partnership with Centrepoint

Early in 2024, The Foundation decided to partner with the UK’s leading youth homelessness charity, Centrepoint, on a major development within their Independent Living Programme and donated this £1.25 million as part of their matched funding appeal generously supported by The Julia Rausing Trust.