Join MACN as a Member
As a multinational shipping or maritime company, joining MACN means actively contributing to the global fight against corruption in the maritime industry.
Membership is open to multinational companies that own or operate commercial vessels globally, as well as those involved across the maritime value chain – including ship management, port and terminal operations, shipping agencies, freight forwarding, vessel chartering, shipping associations, Protection and Indemnity (P&I) Clubs, and flag registries. By becoming a member, your company joins a global network committed to promoting transparency, integrity, and responsible business practices in maritime trade.
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Eligibility
To be eligible to become a Member, the applicant must meet one of the following criteria:
- Be a company for whom ownership and/or operation of commercial vessels for business purposes constitutes a significant business activity
- Be an incorporated organisation with an independent legal identity for whom ownership and/or operation of commercial vessels for business purposes constitutes a significant business activity
- Be a company or incorporated organisation in the maritime industry for example port, terminal operator, shipping agent, freight forwarder, cargo owner, flag registry or P&I club.
Benefits
- Access to resources that support internal risk management:
- Learn and share best practices to improve your anti-corruption program and efforts to implement adequate procedures.
- Latest global incident and port integrity data .
- Tools and templates for corruption risk mitigation.
- Use the MACN Member logo as a powerful mechanism to signal your commitment to the MACN Anti-Corruption Principles, which are modeled on the requirements of the U.K. Bribery Act and other relevant regulations and standards.
- Access to HelpDesks in high-risk countries.
- MACN Local HelpDesk is a real-time escalation mechanism that provides timely advice on port call preparation and offers immediate assistance when faced with unethical demands.
- Take part in MACN’s Member Meetings twice per year
- Regular webinars on anti-corruption topics, high-risk countries and useful tools
Effectively tackle the systemic root causes of corruption:
By participating in MACN collective action, you have a greater impact in alleviating a fundamental bottleneck of trade and development than by acting alone.
Why Join MACN?
Hear from our member representative, Rose Andrews (Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement), on why she attends our MACN member meeting and the value they offer.
