All activities are certified by AFNOR in accordance with ISO 9001 (customer-oriented) and ISO 14001 (environment-oriented) standards, based on the following scope:
Development and management of the public maritime domain under concession;
Leasing of port facilities to users, for the ‘Commerce’, ‘Industry’, ‘Ship Repair’ and ‘Renewable Marine Energies’ activities.
This certified management system is an instrument for continuous improvement and long-term change, and is a powerful performance tool for our activities.
Each process is managed by a pilot.
Performance indicators are applied to each process, and each year the objectives and indicators are reviewed by management in order to implement the QSE management policy (summarised by the word ACT) and to monitor the effectiveness of the processes.
Environmental performance has become a major concern for stakeholders in public port policies. The Port of Brest, as a key player in local economic development, must ensure this component is taken onboard.
BrestPort aims to achieve balance between its economic activities and the preservation of the environment, particularly in the unique context of the Rade de Brest. To achieve this,
the port is planning for long-term environmental performance, with a 40-year contract, and is adopting a structured and sustainable approach
This approach covers governance, water consumption and discharge, waste management, industrial risk prevention, etc… BrestPort is in active discussion with port stakeholders, industrialists and shipowners to support their environmental needs.
It maintains ongoing contact with local residents’ associations to respond to any potential nuisances.
As far as water consumption is concerned, cleaning the facilities at the multi-bulk terminal takes the lion’s share, and indicators have been put in place to ensure usage is optimised.
BrestPort is investing in rainwater management.
The port is also tackling the problem of polluted soil, a legacy of the region’s industrial history.
Industrial risk prevention is also an absolute priority.
To this extent, the port ensures rigorous management of external companies, emergency plans and pays particular attention to issues linked to the PPRT (technological risk prevention plan).
The port also manages spill, fire and ATEX risks.
For its energy needs, the Port of Brest mainly uses electricity and diesel.
BrestPort closely monitors energy consumption and is implementing energy efficiency measures.
BrestPort is aiming for carbon neutrality by 2050 and is building a roadmap to achieve this goal.
To achieve this, we are contributing to reduce our energy consumption, promote renewable energies and offer low-carbon alternatives to our customers (electrical grid connections for ships, etc.).
Air quality is another major concern, and strict measures have been implemented to reduce dust emissions at the multi-bulk terminal.
Noise levels are also closely monitored, and corrective action is taken in the event of complaints from local residents.
Finally, BrestPort is committed to preserving the local wildlife and plantlife.
For example, we work with associations to help protect terns, and implement measures such as controlling invasive species.
