Corporate social responsibility
At Hesnes Group, we are all committed to ensuring delivery of sustainable and safe solutions to the activities where we are involved in. As long-term investors and operators, we are committed to building a sustainable future by integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into every decision we make.
The Hesnes Group seeks to find investment partners who invest in companies with sustainable business models, where ESG is naturally linked to their investment philosophy.
We believe that awareness of the ESG will contribute to good value creation over time. Lack of environmental awareness and social responsibility is not necessarily a cost in the very short term but may represent hidden obligations in the future.
Environmental
At Hesnes Group, we recognize our responsibility to manage risks, reduce emission and assess the impact of our activities.
We continuously strive to make improvements to our environmental footprint, as well as working on compliance, increasing employee safety and contributing to the communities in which we operate.
Social
People & Culture
We support and comply with both international and national regulations ensuring human and labor rights throughout our operations and business activities. Our people are our strength, and one of our top priorities is the health and safety of our employees. Hesnes Group has a “work-life balance” philosophy, and we believe that this in combination with our focus on generating healthy and motivated employees, is one of the key factors to our long-term success.
Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to equal opportunities for all. In a traditionally male-dominated industry, we’re proud to lead with a female CEO and a gender-diverse board. Our flexible work policies support both career growth and personal life, helping us attract the best talent.
Health & Well-being
We believe that a healthy team is a strong team. That’s why we’ve created an activity program that encourages physical activity through a supportive and motivating work environment.
The results speak for itself: 100 % of our employees have participated and contributed with an average level of activity that is above the health authorities' target of 0.5 hours. The program is fully backed by our leadership, with progress tracked and shared internally each month.
What makes it truly special is its inclusivity — everyone contributes equally, regardless of gender, background, or fitness level. This is preventive health in action, and a key part of how we support the UN’s sustainability goal of good health and well-being.
Community Engagement & Charity
We believe in making a difference — not just in business, but in the communities around us. Through a clear and committed strategy, we support local organizations that work to improve lives, regardless of background, religion, or culture.
As a part of this work, we proudly support, among others, Kirkens Bymisjon Vestfold (City Mission), Tjøme og Hvasser Red Cross, Red Cross Norway and Redd Barna.
Governance
At Hesnes Group, our company culture is built on a strong foundation of vision, values, and integrity and thus describe our business ethics standards.
Our Code of Conduct outlines the ethical standards and expectations that apply to all employees, board members, and anyone working with or on behalf of Hesnes. It ensures that we act with honesty, fairness, and accountability — always in line with the law and our values.
We also hold our partners to the same high standards. Our Supplier Code of Conduct sets clear expectations for human rights, decent working conditions, and responsible business practices across our value chain.
Together, these frameworks help us build trust, protect our reputation, and ensure that our business is conducted with integrity — from boardroom to dockside.