At PSA, we recognise that our role as a leading port operator goes beyond facilitating global trade flows. It comes with a deep responsibility to the communities where we operate.
Across continents and cultures, our approach to community engagement is built on long-term partnerships and a keen understanding of local needs. From empowering youth through education and supporting the well-being of seniors, to improving access to essential services and advancing environmental awareness, PSA’s business units work closely with community partners to co-create initiatives that truly matter.
To guide these efforts, PSA’s Group-level policies are anchored in three key pillars: Community Development; Arts, Education, Sports and Culture; and Industry Outreach and Development. These pillars reflect our commitment to nurturing inclusive, vibrant, and forward-looking communities.
As we grow our global footprint, we stay grounded in the belief that strong communities build a better future. By aligning our efforts with local priorities, acting in partnership with our stakeholders, and striving to achieve lasting, positive outcomes, PSA is proud to play a part in nurturing a more connected, inclusive, and sustainable world.
Read our Annual and Sustainability Report to find out more about how the PSA Group makes a positive difference around the world.
PSA Health@Home
Health@Home (H@H) is PSA’s flagship CSR programme launched in 2015 in Singapore to support home-based healthcare and active aging through staff volunteerism, with the support of Singapore Port Workers Union and Port Officers’ Union. H@H equips volunteers and seniors with health education and sustainable lifestyle habits by encouraging home-based healthcare and eldercare, partnering with HCA Hospice, St Luke’s ElderCare, National University Health System, Stroke Support Station (S3), and Lions Befrienders. As of 2025, more than 800 staff and retiree volunteers have participated in the programme, contributing over 23,000 volunteer hours in total.
Singapore: Howe Yoon Chong PSA Scholarships
The Howe Yoon Chong PSA Endowment Fund was launched in 2008 to honour the late Mr Howe Yoon Chong, former Chairman of the Port of Singapore Authority from which the current PSA International traces its roots. A visionary Singaporean with significant contributions to Singapore, he championed the building of Singapore’s first container terminal, Tanjong Pagar Container Terminal, which opened in 1972. The fund was set up with contributions from PSA, Temasek Holdings and NSL Ltd to provide bond-free scholarships for Singaporean students from low-income families who have triumphed over trying and difficult circumstances and who have also contributed actively to the community. The scholarships will pay for tuition and other compulsory fees and provide book and living allowances. The Fund has awarded over 450 scholarships and five book prizes to date.
Health, Safety, Security
At PSA, the well-being of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We have implemented a robust Health, Safety and Security (HSS) management system on an on-going basis across PSA terminals to ensure a safe and secure environment for all staff and contractors. This system is continuously strengthened through rigorous standards, regular reviews, and a strong safety culture on the ground, reflecting our unwavering commitment to workplace safety and operational excellence.
Sustainability in Action
In parallel with our safety efforts, PSA is actively contributing to global sustainability goals. Our business units have adopted a range of green initiatives, ranging from energy-efficient lighting and green building features to the latest fuel-saving technologies in port equipment and infrastructure. We also promote environmental awareness through staff engagement programmes and terminal greening efforts such as planting foliage on-site. Together, these actions reflect our holistic approach to building safe, secure, and sustainable port operations. Read more about how PSA is taking climate action by driving sustainable growth here.
Global Highlights
Singapore
PSA Singapore staff regularly volunteer in eldercare activities, sustainability workshops, and festive giving efforts. Through the Wishes for 300 Smiles campaign, heartfelt wishes of 300 beneficiaries were fulfilled in collaboration with PSA BDP and CrimsonLogic. PSA has also supported ground-up efforts like Fridge Restock Community SG, grown food gardens on-site with harvests donated to charity, and engaged with local Residents’ Committees and Networks through port visits and outreach events.
Recognised for its contributions, PSA Singapore received the NVPC Champion of Good Award (2022, 2024), AIC Friends of the Community Care Award (2023, 2024), and was named an Early Adopter of the Sustainable Philanthropy Framework (2024) by NCSS/NVPC.
Singapore
To celebrate Singapore’s 60th birthday in 2025, PSA Singapore unveiled a vibrant container display featuring the messages “SG60 ♥” and “PSA ♥ SG”, created with the support of 14 shipping lines. The celebrations also saw over 1,200 PSA staff come together for a 10km charity run and 5km mass walk, raising S$20,000 for Care Corner Singapore Ltd. Through these activities, Team PSA celebrated Singapore’s milestone with a shared spirit of community and care. Find out more here.
Thailand
Eastern Sea Laem Chabang Terminal (ESCO) and Laem Chabang Port Terminal B1 (LCB1) support Thai communities through a range of CSR initiatives. ESCO participates in National Children’s Day events, donates used calendars for Braille books, joins quarterly blood drives, and contributes to forest planting and mangrove restoration. LCB1 enhances education by improving facilities at Baan Laem Chabang School and preparing meals for students. It also organises blood donations and coordinated a staff-led donation drive to support flood victims in northern Thailand through the Thai Red Cross.
Vietnam
SOTRANS Group is committed to sustainability and community care through a variety of impactful CSR initiatives. These include youth-focused programmes such as “Waste Sorting – Small Action, Big Impact”, “Earth Hour”, and “Green Initiation”, as well as Eco-Driving training. Staff participate in tree planting, voluntary blood donations, and a running event to raise funds for reforestation. SOTRANS also supports the “Nuoi Em” programme, and led a beach cleanup and nature education tour at Can Gio Biosphere Reserve with GAIA.
China
Lianyungang-PSA Container Terminal (LPCT) and Fuzhou Container Terminals (FCT) support their communities through beach clean-ups and welfare initiatives for local elderly and youth. In Fuzhou, the team also promotes poverty alleviation by sourcing from underprivileged regions. Guangzhou Container Terminal (GCT) fosters environmental awareness among young children through interactive programmes on waste sorting and sustainability. Meanwhile, PSA China established a bond-free bursary at Dalian Maritime University, offering financial support to deserving students pursuing maritime careers, helping nurture the next generation of industry talent.
South Korea
Incheon Container Terminal (ICT) and Pusan Newport International Terminal (PNIT) continue their long-standing support for the Korean Association for Children with Leukemia and Cancer (KACLC), marking another year of partnership since 2017. Through annual financial donations, both terminals contribute to the association’s efforts in improving the lives of young patients and their families. This sustained collaboration reflects ICT and PNIT’s commitment to community care and supporting vulnerable groups through meaningful, long-term engagement.
India
PSA Mumbai hosted a Community Relations programme to celebrate academic excellence among employees’ children and students from nearby schools. In 2024, the Felicitation Ceremony and Career Counselling Programme honoured 18 high-achieving students and welcomed 425 participants from three local schools. The event recognised academic success while offering guidance and encouragement for future growth.
Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Global Ports (SGP) expanded its partnership with the Saudi Food Bank, supporting orphans and low-income families through donation and volunteer efforts in Dammam and Riyadh. During the Hajj season, SGP contributed supplies to enhance pilgrims’ safety and comfort in collaboration with the Ministry of Defense. SGP also supported the Efaa Initiative for children with disabilities, receiving recognition from HRH Prince Saud bin Naif.
Regional Initiative
Each year, colleagues across the PSA EuroMed and PSA Americas regions come together for Moving for Charity – a regional initiative that promotes health and supports local causes. In 2025, for the first time, the two regions were joined by colleagues from PSA Middle East South Asia and PSA BDP, totalling nearly 1,000 participants across 20 countries. Funds were pledged to local charities, while participants tracked and shared their progress, reinforcing a strong spirit of wellness, teamwork, and community impact.
Belgium
PSA Belgium actively supports the local community through youth engagement, cultural appreciation, and social inclusion. In partnership with Antwerp City Pirates, PSA Antwerp and Antwerp Terminal Services’ (ATS) senior managers lent a hand in painting facilities used by local youth teams. ATS also hosted students for hands-on STEM workshops at the port as part of the ‘Repair Teens’ programme. At a recent retirement and jubilee celebration, PSA Belgium honoured colleagues past and present while spotlighting Tutti Fratelli, a local artistic group supporting disadvantaged communities.
Italy
PSA Italy (PSA Genova Pra’, PSA SECH, PSA VECON) champions youth development and community well-being through its support for local sports and recreational initiatives. PSA SECH sponsored the Sampierdarena Rowing Association, located near the terminal in Genova, helping foster inclusion and healthy lifestyles through sport. Across the Ligurian region, PSA contributed to the Stars in Sports Association (Stelle Nello Sport) to promote sporting values and opportunities for youth. In Venice, PSA VECON supported Reyer Venezia Mestre Basketball Club, helping fund summer camps for children aged 8 to 12.
Poland
Baltic Hub supports community development through its Busole District Grant programme, which funds initiatives that address the social needs of local residents. Selected projects focus on areas such as children’s education, environmental protection, community engagement, and senior support. By empowering local organisations and encouraging grassroots solutions, Baltic Hub reinforces its commitment to building stronger, more inclusive communities in partnership with the people it serves.
Portugal
PSA Sines supports community well-being through initiatives focused on education, inclusion, and care. The terminal contributed to the refurbishment of a local senior centre, creating a more welcoming space for active ageing. It also supported the setup of a sensorial room for early diagnosis of children with psychosocial disabilities, and provided school supplies to help young learners start the academic year with confidence.
Türkiye
Mersin International Port (MIP) invests in inclusive talent development through specialised training programmes that equip individuals with industry-relevant skills. One such initiative empowers young women to become terminal tractor operators, providing hands-on learning and pathways into employment. By focusing on practical capability building and workforce inclusion, MIP fosters meaningful opportunities for underrepresented groups while strengthening the talent pipeline within the port and logistics sector.
Argentina
International Trade Logistics (ITL) supports underprivileged communities across Buenos Aires through a variety of initiatives. These include food and school supply donations, clothing and toy drives, and organising community events for children, including sports award ceremonies and recreational gatherings. ITL also contributes to the upkeep of local sports facilities and partners with community centres to meet practical needs.
Canada
At PSA Halifax, the annual One Port City Day invites residents to learn more about the port’s role in daily life. At Ashcroft Terminal, a safe boating campaign teaches young students water safety through interactive activities. These efforts aim to strengthen community ties, promote safety awareness, and build greater appreciation for the port and logistics sector.
Colombia
Sociedad Puerto Industrial Aguadulce (SPIA) supports surrounding communities through a company-wide volunteering programme, where departments lead initiatives that promote knowledge, well-being, and cultural enrichment. Activities range from business skills workshops and cybersecurity training for educators and students, to emotional awareness sessions for children.
Panama
PSA Panama International Terminal (PPIT) participated in the Relay for Life, an annual initiative organised by the Foundation for Friends of Children with Leukemia and Cancer (FANLYC), uniting staff and their families in a 24-hour relay to support children battling cancer. Through their efforts, they help raise awareness and provide meaningful support to young patients and their families within the local community.
United States
PSA Penn Terminals in Philadelphia supports the local community through a range of annual initiatives. These include holiday donation drives with partners, school supply giveaways for local students, and food bank contributions to help address hunger. Staff also participate in blood donation drives with the American Red Cross, supporting nearby hospitals and promoting health and wellness in the community.
PSA BDP champions sustainability and social responsibility through ongoing programmes. Employees participate in sustainability education, energy conservation, recycling, and proper e-waste disposal. The PSA BDP Cares initiative offers support to staff and local communities during times of need. These efforts help foster an inclusive workplace, promote environmental stewardship, and reinforce ethical standards across its global logistics operations.
PSA Marine connects teams and communities across its global operations. In Singapore, colleagues engage in cultural exchanges and staff volunteer activities. In Peru, community outreach events foster engagement between local staff and residents in shared celebrations and marine safety programmes. These recurring efforts strengthen bonds and encourage cross-cultural understanding across regional teams.
