At a packed event in Portsmouth, Shoreham Port colleagues proudly received the sought-after Inclusive Workplace Award at the 2024 British Ports Association (BPA) Awards. Hosted by Portsmouth International Port at their historic Dockyard, the awards ceremony marked the conclusion of the 2024 British Ports Association conference, which celebrated excellence and innovation across the UK ports industry. With five award categories, the BPA’s membership of over 100 ports had the opportunity to showcase their achievements and contributions to the sector.
The Inclusive Workplace Award recognises a port or marine facility that has demonstrated outstanding commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equality in the workplace over the past 18 months. Guided by our Masterplan and core values, the Shoreham Port team has implemented a series of initiatives aimed at improving diversity, promoting equal opportunities, and encouraging the growth and development of all colleagues. Key areas of focus include:
• Values based decision making and cultural improvement.
• Continuous improvements in health and safety
• Multiple opportunities for colleague feedback, involvement and engagement
• Investment in colleague training and professional development
• Expansion of an Apprenticeship Programme
• Active efforts to measure and close gender pay gaps
• Participation in educational initiatives such as careers fairs, work experience, and internships
• Engagement with The Girls' Network to mentor and inspire young women
• Involvement in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) partnerships and the Port’s annual Sustainability Week
Richard Ballantyne, Chief Executive at British Ports Association said “Congratulations to all the winners, this was an excellent year for ports industry, which was reflected in the quality of nominations. The Awards celebrate progression in organisational change, environmental performance and infrastructure development. All of the finalists demonstrated a high level of excellence, and they showed the wide array of exciting developments and achievements there have been in our sector.”
Alison Burstow, Head of People at Shoreham Port commented “We are absolutely delighted to receive this award from the British Ports Association and to be recognised by our industry peers. We are one team at Shoreham Port, and our work towards creating an inclusive workplace is something that every colleague at the Port contributes to. This award reflects the dedication of our entire team and our shared belief in the importance of diversity, equality, and inclusion.”