Friend of the Sea Partnership

Partnership Announcement

Varuna Marine Services and Friend of the Sea have partnered to boost sustainable shipping certification worldwide. The collaboration will help spread the certification globally and guarantee high-performance audits for shipping companies seeking to demonstrate their commitment to ocean conservation.

About Friend of the Sea

Friend of the Sea is a leading international certification program for sustainable practices in fisheries, aquaculture, and shipping. The Sustainable Shipping certification recognizes vessels and companies that meet rigorous environmental standards in their maritime operations.

Certification Benefits

• International recognition of sustainable shipping practices
• Enhanced corporate environmental credentials and ESG reporting
• Access to Friend of the Sea's global network and marketing support
• Demonstrated commitment to ocean conservation and biodiversity
• Third-party verified environmental performance standards

Through this partnership, Varuna Marine Services extends its environmental services portfolio beyond regulatory compliance to include voluntary sustainability certification, helping clients meet both mandatory requirements and market-driven environmental expectations.