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Our Commitment to Standards

Our Commitment to Standards

Integrity. Professionalism. Transparency.

Our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics is the backbone of our business, ensuring ethical and transparent practices across all facets of our business.

Aligned with our vision and values, this code fosters a culture of accountability and responsibility, driving us towards our mission and objectives. It communicates our commitment to ethical business practices to our employees, clients, and partners alike, reflecting our dedication to upholding integrity in all our interactions. Explore our Code of Conduct to learn more about our ethical framework and commitment to excellence.

 Code of Conduct

Certifications and Memberships

TRACE Certified

We proudly hold TRACE anti-bribery certification. TRACE certification assures partners and clients that we have undergone rigorous due diligence processes, including mandatory anti-bribery training for all employees and adherence to international standards. This certification reflects our dedication to transparency, integrity, and a strong anti-bribery stance in all business dealings.

Reports are completed in under 4 weeks and contain:

  • Identification of red flags
  • Anti-bribery questionnaire
  • Business registration verification
  • CVs of key personnel
  • Business and financial references
  • Signed Anti-Bribery Code of Conduct
  • Reputational screening
    • Media and internet-based searches
    • Denied parties / Politically exposed persons screenings

Learn more about the TRACE anti-bribery certification here.

TRACE Certification is now operated under Ethixbase360, following the integration of Tcompliance into its global compliance platform.

 
EB360
 

BIMCO Member

Our BIMCO membership is with the Baltic and International Maritime Council and signifies our commitment to global standards, safety, and environmental responsibility within the maritime industry.

OBT’s BIMCO certification is a mark of quality, safety, and innovation, symbolising reliability and trustworthiness in the maritime services we provide.

Learn more about BIMCO here.

 

MACN Member

As a member of the Maritime Anti-Corruption Network (MACN), we are part of over 200 global companies collectively taking action to tackle corruption within the maritime industry.

We are proud to be working with other members to eliminate all forms of maritime corruption and to create a culture of accountability and integrity.

Learn more about the MACN anti-corruption certification here.

 

Intertanko Member

Our Intertanko Membership is the International Association of Independent Tank Owners and signifies our commitment to addressing the operational, technical, legal, and commercial issues affecting tank owners and operators around the world.

We are proud to be part of a member-run organisation dedicated to developing policies and best practices that are relevant and beneficial to the tanker industry now and in the future.

Learn more about Intertanko here.

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  • Shipping
  • Breakbulk Cargo
  • Husbandry
  • Oil & Gas Offshore
  • Logistics
  • Freight Forwarding
  • Project Logistics
  • Cross-Border Logistics
  • Aid and Relief
  • Customs Clearance
  • Responsibility
  • Certifications & Memberships
  • HSQE
  • Code of Conduct
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OBT Shipping Group DMCC

Mazaya Business Avenue, AA1
41st Floor - Office 4106 & 4107
Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai
United Arab Emirates

T +971 424 00 994 Send us an email

Our entities are TRACE Certified and BIMCO, Intertanko, and MACN Members

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