2026 SAFETY4SEA ESG Barometer Survey

ESG stands for Environment, Social and Governance and in the business world, it can be translated into the sustainability practices in every organization's business model. The 2026 SAFETY4SEA ESG Barometer Survey aims to examine factors around industry’s perception about the ESG challenges and provide a picture of how shipping responds to the new ESG trends and challenging requirements, by shaping their agenda.

Following the strong participation in last year’s survey, this year’s ESG Barometer aims to provide deeper benchmarking and clearer visibility into what truly tops the industry’s agenda.

The ESG journey is no longer theoretical. It is strategic, measurable, and increasingly decisive for competitiveness.

We invite you to share your perspective. The survey takes less than five minutes to complete, and your contribution will help shape a clearer understanding of maritime ESG priorities for the year ahead.

Your opinion matters.

Thank you for being part of this important industry dialogue.

SAFETY4SEA Editorial Team

Important Note: The survey results will be published online and featured in our special ESG Edition, which will be available in early May.
 

 

1. Please identify the sector in which your organization primarily operates: *

 

2. Please confirm your seniority within the organization: *

 

3. Please select your age group:

 

4. Please specify your gender

 

5. Where does your organization primarily operate? *

 

6. Please indicate the size of your organization: *

 

7. How long have you worked in the maritime industry? *

 

8. Please Assess the importance of the following ENVIRONMENTAL parameters to your ESG Strategy and program [Important note: please select N/A if this factor does not apply to your operations] *

Not important / Low priority (1)Slightly important (2)Moderately important (3)Important (4)Very important / High priority (5)Not applicable / Does not apply to your company (0)
IMO Air Emissions Package, CII, EEXI  [CO₂, NOx, SOx, particulate emissions compliance]
New Alternative Fuels & Fuel Transition  [LNG, ammonia, hydrogen, biofuels; infrastructure readiness]
Emissions Trading & Carbon Pricing  [ETS compliance and other carbon market mechanisms]
Responsible Ship Recycling  [Compliance with Hong Kong / EU regulations, safe disposal]
Marine Pollution Management  [Oil, waste, chemicals, plastics, microplastics]
Ballast Water & Biosecurity Management  [IMO BWMC compliance, invasive species control]
Adaptation to Evolving Environmental Regulations  [Ability to respond to new laws and IMO standards]
Energy Efficiency & Operational Measures  [Hull design, slow steaming, wind-assisted propulsion]
Climate Risk & Resilience  [Extreme weather, sea level rise, operational disruptions]
 

9. Please Assess the importance of the following SOCIAL parameters to your ESG Strategy and program [Important note: please select N/A if this factor does not apply to your operations] *

Not important / Low priority (1)Slightly important (2)Moderately important (3)Important (4)Very important / High priority (5)Not applicable / Does not apply to your company (0)
Workforce Diversity & Inclusion  [Gender, ethnicity, leadership diversity]
Occupational Health and Safety  [Crew & shore staff safety, accident prevention]
Staff/Crew Skills, Training & ESG Awareness  [Technical and ESG-related training programs]
Staff/Crew Welfare & Wellbeing  [Accommodation, mental health, work-life balance]
Community Engagement & Social Impact  [Local communities, social programs, philanthropy] 
Anti-Corruption & Ethical Behavior  [Compliance culture, whistleblower protections]
Supply Chain Labor Standards & Human Rights  [Contractors, port operations, subcontractors]
 

10. Please Assess the importance of the following GOVERNANCE parameters to your ESG Strategy and program [Important note: please select N/A if this factor does not apply to your operations] *

Not important / Low priority (1)Slightly important (2)Moderately important (3)Important (4)Very important / High priority (5)Not applicable / Does not apply to your company (0)
Cybersecurity & Data Protection  [Digital security, resilience against attacks]
Digital Transformation & Data-driven Operations  [Shipping 4.0, predictive analytics, operational efficiency]
Poseidon Principles & Responsible Financing  [ESG-aligned investment and lending compliance]
Board/Executive Oversight of ESG Strategy  [Clear governance, roles, responsibilities]
ESG Reporting & Disclosure  [GRI, SASB etc alignment]
Stakeholder Engagement & Transparency  [Internal & external communication and consultation]
ESG Risk Management & Audit Mechanisms  [Integration with enterprise risk and compliance checks]
 

11. Please Assess the importance of the following OTHER parameters to your ESG Strategy and program [Important note: please select N/A if this factor does not apply to your operations] *

Not important / Low priority (1)Slightly important (2)Moderately important (3)Important (4)Very important / High priority (5)Not applicable / Does not apply to your company (0)
Supply Chain Impacts due to Geopolitical Conflicts  [Energy, route, and logistics disruptions]
Business Interruption & Operational Disruption  [Climate, accidents, port closures, strikes]
Climate & Extreme Weather Risks  [Storms, hurricanes, sea-level rise, flooding] 
War, Geopolitical & Security Risk  [Armed conflict, piracy, political instability affecting routes, operations, or crew safety]
 

12. Please provide your feedback with respect to ESG in Shipping

 

13. Are there ESG issues that are becoming more important in your sector but are not yet fully addressed?

 

14. Do you have suggestions to make ESG reporting more effective or useful for your organization or the industry?