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Management
of the supply chain
Costa Cruises has developed an need to synchronize the procurement
integrated and structured system for processes in the different ports of call.
the management of its supply chain, To gain a better understanding of the
and set up a network of relations all system dynamics, Costa recently started
over the world. The choice of partners mapping its entire supply chain, with
is vital to the success of the business. specific regard to the criteria used to
The procurement strategies are defined select its business partners (strategic and
globally in order to guarantee prompt and economic importance, sustainability and
continual supplies worldwide, efficient location). This is an important starting
logistics, and reduced environmental point for an accurate assessment of
and social impact. The cruise industry economic, environmental and social
is characterized by the complexity of its impact, with a view to continuously
diverse supply chain, with a wide range improving supplier performance.
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of categories of commodities and the When choosing its business partners,
4 Supplies are divided into 4 broad areas: Food&Beverage, Hotel, Technical and Fuel.
Costa is committed not only to aspects in the supply chain is reflected
compliance with local laws and by our choice of business partners
regulations, but also to pursuit of the who focus on the management of
highest ethical standards; for this reason, key sustainability issues. Control of
we look for transparent organizations the supply chain is a top priority,
that guarantee workplace health&safety particularly in the food&beverage area,
and compliance with environmental where our approach is based on the
laws. The Company applies Carnival selection of quality ingredients and
Corporation & plc’s Business Partner produce supplied by companies that are
Code of Conduct and Ethics, which models of excellence when it comes to
sets out our expectations for legal production techniques and processes.
compliance and ethical behavior; all our In its pursuit of this approach, Costa
suppliers pledge to abide by this Code. has gradually set up a series of local
The integration of sustainability logistic hubs and, where possible, we