At Sarens, we’re involved in a range of activities that reflect our commitment to the environment, society, and corporate governance principles. Below are our proudest achievements and highlights related to our many environmental, social, and corporate initiatives.

Our ESG framework, comprising four pillars, translates into concrete actions through a variety of initiatives that reflect our commitment to the environment, our people, and strong corporate governance. These efforts are closely aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Within the Sarens Group, we have identified and prioritised seven key SDGs that most closely align with our operations and values—forming the basis for many of our proudest environmental, social, and governance accomplishments, which are listed below.

ENVIRONMENTAL INITIATIVES

• Launching the Sarens Sustainability Accelerator // At the forefront of the energy transition, the Sarens Sustainability Accelerator brings the world more innovative technical solutions, cleaner capabilities and breakthrough innovations that are transforming the offshore/onshore wind and clean energy sectors.
• Building the world's first green giant crane // Our innovative giant crane SGCs can be connected to the electricity grid and even produce their own energy. Designed and built entirely in-house, the SGC range is extremely quiet, emits no exhaust fumes and poses no risk of oil pollution.
• Invest in new hybrid cranes // All new cranes for our fleet are hybrid or equipped with engines meeting the latest emission standards.
• Prioritise low-emission technology // We actively choose cranes with the latest low-emission technology and have added more than 80 off-road cranes that meet the latest EUROMOT Stage V standards.
• Building a greener truck fleet // Every new truck added to our European fleet meets the latest EURO 6 emissions standards. We are steadily building a more sustainable fleet by replacing older, more polluting equipment.
• Championing E-Packs for new cranes // Sarens encourages manufacturers to offer electric options for new cranes and to offer retrofit conversions for larger crawler cranes.
• Research into electrical SPMT power // A new SPMT E-PPU option is currently being investigated.
• Earning Valuable EcoVadis Recognition // Sarens has successfully improved its EcoVadis score from 42(2023), 56(2024), 61(2025) out of 100, placing the company in the 69th percentile. This significant enhancement demonstrates that we are actively committed to sustainability and are making progress in line with our ESG objectives
• Creating sustainable partnerships for wind energy // Sarens has formed valuable alliances with World Forum Offshore Wind for floating offshore wind projects (FLOW); PSG Marine and Logistics Ltd for the offshore wind market in Scotland; and Tugdock for the FLOAT offshore wind market.
• Advancing the Energy Transition // A significant part of our work today is with customers in offshore/onshore wind, nuclear and hydrogen. To date, we have assisted with the installation of more than 1,000 onshore wind turbines, and we continue to do so every day.
• Protecting marine life // To protect marine ecosystems wherever we operate, Sarens is switching to biodegradable oil for all hydraulic systems of inland vessels. All ballast systems will be switched to Biohydran TMP hydraulic fluid, which does not contain the harmful zinc substances used in commercial hydraulic oils.
• Powering our offices with solar energy // Our Belgian headquarters has more than 3,000 solar panels, setting a precedent for further solar installations in our offices in Europe and beyond. 1,290 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at HQ. Enhance grid stability, store solar power, and expand thanks to its modular design
• Promote recycling and responsible waste management // All Sarens offices are part of our global recycling initiative, which includes compact recycling bins designed to sort waste, as well as a sustainable waste management policy.
• Bicycle parking // Our offices have bicycle parking facilities for all employees who choose this emission-free mode of commuting.
• Reduce electricity consumption // Our energy-saving activities extend around the world. We have replaced traditional incandescent and fluorescent bulbs with LED lighting, added motion-sensor lighting to some crane car parks, and actively encouraged offices to switch off lights, unused machinery, and air conditioning when not in use.
• Carbon Footprint // Sarens in building the basic elements to the carbon footprint of the group, data collection from fleet equipment, vehicles, and waste streams. Electricity usage, water use, and renewable energy production

SOCIAL INITIATIVES

• Lead the way with Sarens Women+ // As the first women-focused publication in the heavy lifting industry, Sarens Women+ is leading the conversation about women's rights and roles in the workplace and beyond - and in making our industry more diverse and inclusive.
• Embracing diversity, equal opportunities, and non-discrimination // Sarens is proud to hire employees from all backgrounds. We have a truly international team spanning the globe and including professionals from more than 80 nationalities. We hire and treat employees without discrimination based on gender identity or expression, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, nationality, political affiliation, union membership, veteran status and social or ethnic origin.
• Sarens Academy // Promoting education and training opportunities // Sarens is taking people around the world higher through education and training, from developing a free training centre for riggers and crane operators in Kazakhstan to collaborating with a Polish technical college to provide practical training in mechanising heavy machinery.
• Making a difference in our communities // We have a strong culture of giving back to our local communities, whether it's financial support for sports and recreation facilities in Poland. Wherever we are in the world, Sarens puts our talent, energy and resources to work to help our communities prosper.
• Building a sustainable culture // All our employees are encouraged to make wiser choices during their working day, from using wastepaper as scratch paper to reusing cups throughout the day. We also issue stickers, provide toolboxes to share energy-saving tips and discuss environmental awareness and energy-saving strategies during staff training to build a culture that values sustainability.

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

• Guarding human rights // We respect internationally recognised human rights and work continuously to ensure that we are not complicit in human rights violations. We expect all employees to conduct business ethically and do not tolerate any form of forced, compulsory or child labour.
• Preventing corruption // We have a strict code of conduct. We are committed to responsible behaviour when exchanging gifts, receiving and handling business payments, doing business across borders and protecting customer privacy. Sarens has established channels for whistleblowers to report fraud or bribery and raise concerns about violations of the code of conduct and ethics.
• Promote respect for people // Our core value, Respect for people, is our guiding principle, and we do not tolerate sexual, racial or other forms of harassment and discrimination, nor offensive behaviour of any kind.
• Address economic boycotts, anti-boycotts and trade with sensitive countries // Because we do business across borders, we are cautious about boycotts, anti-boycotts and issues with potentially sensitive countries. We have a global policy on trade with potentially sensitive countries that ensures we comply with all multilateral laws regulating trade and investment, as well as foreign policy considerations.
• Validation & Verification // all out activities and actions at Sarens are audited to ISO 45001, ISO 9001 & ISO 14001.