Safety Is Not a Policy. It Is Who We Are.
At CS Tanker (China Shipping Tanker Company Limited), safety and environmental responsibility are not compliance obligations — they are the values that define our culture, guide our decisions, and protect our people, our vessels, and the oceans we navigate.
The Principles That Guide Every Decision
Six core values underpin everything CS Tanker does — from how we manage our fleet to how we treat our people and protect the environment.
Safety First
Safety is not a compliance exercise — it is a core value embedded in every decision we make, from vessel design to crew training. Zero harm to people, vessels, and the environment is our non-negotiable standard.
Environmental Stewardship
We are committed to reducing the environmental footprint of our operations. All vessels comply with MARPOL Annex I–VI. We actively pursue decarbonisation in line with IMO strategy and COSCO Shipping Group's environmental commitments.
Operational Excellence
We pursue excellence in every aspect of our operations — from vessel maintenance and crew competency to commercial performance and client service. Continuous improvement is built into our management systems.
Integrity & Transparency
We operate with complete transparency in our dealings with clients, regulators, and partners. Our reporting is accurate, our commitments are honoured, and our conduct meets the highest ethical standards.
People & Welfare
Our seafarers and shore staff are our greatest asset. We invest in training, welfare, and career development to attract and retain the best maritime professionals, in compliance with MLC 2006 standards.
Continuous Improvement
We never accept the status quo. Through regular audits, near-miss reporting, and industry benchmarking, we continuously raise the bar on safety, environmental performance, and operational quality.
A Robust SMS at the Core of Our Operations
CS Tanker's Safety Management System (SMS) is certified to ISM Code standards and forms the backbone of all operational procedures across our fleet. It covers every aspect of vessel operations — from navigation and cargo handling to emergency response and environmental protection.
Following the 2019 management reform, CS Tanker's unified fleet operation framework ensures consistent application of safety standards across all crude oil tankers and LNG carriers. Regular internal audits, external vetting inspections, and near-miss reporting ensure our SMS remains effective and continuously improving.
Our HSEQ team works closely with vessel crews to embed a genuine safety culture — one where every officer and rating feels empowered to stop work if they believe it is unsafe.
Our Compliance Framework
ISM Code
International Safety Management
Our Safety Management System is fully certified to ISM Code standards, with annual audits by classification societies.
ISPS Code
Ship & Port Facility Security
All vessels hold valid ISSC certificates. Security plans are reviewed and updated annually in line with ISPS requirements.
ISO 9001:2015
Quality Management System
Certified quality management across all shore-based and vessel operations, ensuring consistent service delivery.
ISO 14001:2015
Environmental Management
Environmental management certification covering all aspects of fleet operations, from fuel management to waste disposal.
MLC 2006
Maritime Labour Convention
Full compliance with MLC 2006 standards for seafarer welfare, working hours, wages, and onboard living conditions.
TMSA 3
Tanker Management Self Assessment
TMSA 3 compliance demonstrates our commitment to continuous improvement in tanker management and self-assessment.
Strategic Initiatives
Unified Fleet Management Reform
Completed comprehensive reform of vessel management system in accordance with COSCO Shipping Group strategy. New framework, new system, and new team went live on February 1, 2019 — enabling centralised and optimised allocation of resources.
Strategic Refocus on Energy Shipping
Following the 2016 asset reorganisation, the Company divested its bulk carrier business and acquired Dalian Ocean Shipping Company to focus exclusively on crude oil and LNG transportation — aligning the fleet with China's energy security priorities.
Contra-Cyclical Capacity Expansion
Completed non-public issuance of 730,659,024 A shares, raising RMB 5.1 billion. This contra-cyclical, low-cost capacity expansion strengthened the Company's balance sheet and fleet investment capability.
