Security, punctuality, efficiency and high quality are for Europtack the core elements in the provision of its transport and logistic solutions. As a globally operating company, consistent and high standards are of particular importance.
A global network of integrated IT solutions and the use of modern transport form the basis of quality and security for Europtack Services.
Here, standardised processes, defined network rules and continual improvement programmes play an important role. In order to meet customer demands, five principles have been formulated:
continual improvement of quality
protection of equipment, facilities, people, cargo
protection of brands and know-how
compliance with customer requirements
compliance with governmental requirements
The threat of terrorism and heightened concerns around global supply chain security are bringing about significant changes to the regulations and documentation requirements for international trade.
In this increasingly complex security environment, choosing the right supply chain partners has never been more important.
Europtack Standards for Securing the Supply Chain affect four areas:
Equipment: protection of vessels and ports through the ISPS code, applicable to over 50,000 vessels and 1,500 port facilities worldwide.
Facilities: compliance with security standards under existing initiatives such as C-TPAT and ISPS code.
People: personal vetting by means of identification cards such as TWIC (Transport Worker Identification Credential).
Cargo: the USA is considered forerunner in cargo security through its use of initiatives such as CSI (Container Security Initiative) and the 24 hour rule. Similar rules are in place in other countries such as Australia, Mexico and India. Plans also exist for the roll out of such security measures in Europe.
We are constantly reviewing our procedures to ensure, wherever possible, that robust systems are in place. As circumstances change, we move to further enhance security practices in key areas of our operations.
