All the activities developed at Scheepvaartbedrijf Nero B.V. are regulated by the Quality Management System implemented in the company, in accordance with the requirements of the UNE-EN-ISO 9901 international regulations in order to achieve the objectives and commitments set forth in our policy. This system has been certified by AENOR since 1995.

The purpose of the Quality Management System is the continuous improvement of operations as well as human and material resources used by Scheepvaartbedrijf Nero B.V. to satisfy its customer requirements. The goal is to consolidate and expand the company’s activities, offering a service of the best quality possible, reciprocal to the trust given to us by our customers.

Scheepvaartbedrijf Nero B.V. has also obtained the Specific Service Manual certification for bulk products in the Port of Houston and Rotterdam ports terminals; this certification proves the quality of service provided to our customers.

Risk Prevention Management System

The Risk Prevention System establishes the application at Scheepvaartbedrijf Nero B.V. of the Dutch Occupational Hazard Prevention Act and regulations regarding risk prevention of serious accidents involving dangerous substances.

Its objective, as established in the company Policy is to prevent and minimize accident risks and, if possible, limit their consequences to the persons, goods and environment.

The company has implemented a Risk Prevention Management System, structured as per the OHSAS 18001 code, certified in 2008 by AENOR.

Environmental Management System

The main objective of Scheepvaartbedrijf Nero B.V. policy is to maintain the sustainable execution of activities and minimize impact to the environment.

Hence, the company has implemented an Environmental Management System, structure as per the international UNE-EN-ISO 14001 code, certified in 2005 by AENOR. Scheepvaartbedrijf Nero B.V. has unified these three systems and created a unified Management Policy and the Integrated Management System.

In addition, Scheepvaartbedrijf Nero B.V. obtained the EMAS certification on February 1st, 2011 for all its terminals in compliance with European regulation 1221/2009.

Responsible Care

In January 2004, Scheepvaartbedrijf Nero B.V. voluntarily subscribed to the “RESPONSIBLE CARE” program, known internationally as Responsible Care, the evolution and implementation of which in Netherlands is managed by NFIA (Dutch Chemicals Industry Business Federation), ratifying its Safety and Environment Policy.

The commitment acquired by Scheepvaartbedrijf Nero B.V. in accordance with the “Guideline Principles” of the adhesion document, consist in:

To work, respecting and protecting the environment.
To act thinking about personal protection and operational safety.
To contribute to the sustainable development of communities.
To inform about the risks and benefits of our activities, our operations, our achievements and our challenges.
To discuss to attend to the concerns and aspirations of persons and institutions.
To cooperate on the development and implementation of effective codes and regulations in order to achieve, or even surpass, the demands of State Administrations.
To spread RESPONSIBLE CARE to other companies in the chemicals sector.
Progress Pact

On a local level, Scheepvaartbedrijf Nero B.V. and VNCI (Dutch chemicals association) have signed the Progress Pact with the commitment to ensure and guarantee the safety and health of the community and conservation of the environment in our most immediate environment.

Collaboration Agreement between the Environmental and Dwelling Department (DMAH) and the Dutch chemicals association (VNCI) to preserve and improve the environment

In order to preserve and improve the environment in Tarragona, Scheepvaartbedrijf Nero B.V. has subscribed the Collaboration Agreement between the Environmental and Dwelling Department and the Tarragona Chemicals Business Association.

Company Certified as Authorized Economic Operator

Scheepvaartbedrijf Nero B.V. via its originator Nova terminals b.v is the Fifth liquid bulk product terminal in Netherland that has been certified as Authorized Economic Operator (OEA), which represents an advantage for our customers as OEA operators are considered “safe” operators so that any trade or customs operation performed through them require less controls by Customs, streamlining the processes.

CDI

In order to improve the level of safety and quality of terminals evaluation was conducted Scheepvaartbedrijf Nero B.V. CDI-T at its terminals.

Enviromental Responsibility

Scheepvaartbedrijf Nero B.V. also has expertise within the environmental field and we treat environmental issues with the utmost seriousness. Our cooperative partners have clear, thorough environmental policies and all facilities have been tested and approved in accordance with the relevant environmental standards. Through our close cooperation with depot owners, we can make a contribution to increasing knowledge and ensuring that the latest environmental technologies are applied. Our own values also ensure that we approach the environmental aspects of our work in a sustainable and responsible manner.
Our risk prevention and environmental management systems have been certified in accordance with OHSAS 18001:2007 and UNE-EN-ISO 14001:2004 standards, respectively.
On February 1st, 2011 the EMAS III certification was obtained in accordance with European regulation 1221/2009, which means a step forward in our commitment to continuous improvement.
On May 5th, 2011 the CDI-T certification was obtained.
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Corporate Responsibility

Commitment to the environment and protection of the surroundings

Our priority in the environment is to eliminate the impact of our activity on the surroundings, by guiding actions to prevent spills, to optimise resource consumption, and to minimise, segregate and suitably deal with waste.

To achieve these objectives, management systems are certified according to OSHAS 1820 1:2007 and UNE-EN-ISO 1400 1:2004, and in accordance with CE regulation no. 1221/2009 (EMAS III)

Safety

The aim is zero accidents, as we support the principle that all accidents can be avoided. Correct risk identification and assessment guarantees the safety of our facilities, processes and people.

All of the processes are subject to demanding safety standards.

Responsibility with the community and interest groups

Scheepvaartbedrijf Nero B.V. integrates environmental and social concerns and worries from a responsible, ethical position with its policy of improvement in society.

By developing a company model more in line with the interest groups (customers, Administrations, associations, etc), strengthening the internal leadership and the strategic alliances with these groups.

Quality standards

Scheepvaartbedrijf Nero B.V. works in line with the most demanding quality standards to offer an optimal, safe service. Our quality system is aimed at continuously improving the operations and human and material resources to satisfy our customers’ demands, while at the same time sustaining our commitment to the environment.

Ethics and integrity

All employees act integrally, based on the ethical principles of our Code of Conduct, where all of the rules to be followed are established. Promoting the fulfilment of the principles between suppliers and contractors.

Training and Development

In Scheepvaartbedrijf Nero B.V. we know that all continuous improvement process is based on permanent learning and innovation. We therefore offer our employees all the necessary training tools and resources so that they might grow professionally and personally, and drive the daily work of the jobs towards excellence.