How Collective Action is Driving Integrity in Global Supply Chains

Reliable supply chains are the backbone of both humanitarian impact and economic opportunity. The work of the Maritime Anti-Corruption Network (MACN) stands out as a powerful example of how collective action can drive real change.

As highlighted in this insightful article by Fight Against Facilitation Payments Initiative (FAFPI), facilitation payments – often seen as a “necessary evil” in high-risk regions – undermine not only business integrity but also the very humanitarian missions that depend on timely, transparent delivery of aid.

MACN’s collaborative model brings together industry leaders to share data, build capacity, and engage with authorities, has proven that corruption isn’t an inevitable part of doing business. By reducing undue payment demands in ports and building trust across the supply chain, MACN helps ensure that critical goods reach those in need, costs remain fair, and local economies can thrive.

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