FCF: Greenpeace Allegations Unfair and Deceptive
May 26 2018 - 2:02PM
Business Wire
FCF Fishery, Co. President Max Chou today released the following
statement regarding recent misleading Greenpeace human rights abuse
allegations made against the company:
“We realize that as one of the world’s largest marine products
integrated supply chain service providers with more than 30
subsidiaries, fishing bases, and shipping agents around the world,
we are a prime target for organizations seeking to garner publicity
and those not fully aware of the latest development and
improvements that are currently taking place in the fishery
industry. However, in their efforts to curb egregious human rights
abuses, we believe it is unfair and deceptive to lump our company
in with those who condone cruelty and neglect of their
laborers.
“Although we recognize the meaningful work of Greenpeace in
exposing and eliminating human trafficking and sustainability
abuses, we are equally disappointed that they are implicating FCF
in old incidents and cases that have since been in all instances
addressed in coordination with the Taiwanese Fisheries
Department.
“As our work over the past five years has demonstrated, FCF
places a high priority on social responsibility and environmental
sustainability. Working closely with our partners, and a global
third-party compliance and social accountability firm, we require
our associated fleet to formally agree to meet or exceed the
standards of our Social Accountability Code of Conduct. Despite
considerable challenges related to our supply chains and eclectic
providers, FCF is on the forefront of ensuring we meet relevant
social responsibility and sustainability standards.
“There is always room for improvement, and even a single case of
alleged abuse is too many. FCF remains committed to leading our
industry’s social responsibility effort, and to ensuring respect
for all fishing laborers. We welcome anyone who has questions about
our work approach, partners, policies, or practices to contact us
directly, as we have welcomed dialogue with Greenpeace and other
stakeholders.”
About FCF Fishery Co., Ltd. (FCF)
Fong Chun Formosa Fishery Company, Ltd. (FCF) is one of the
largest marine products trading companies globally with more than
40 years of experience in the trading and marketing of tuna
products. FCF has established more than 30 subsidiaries, fishing
bases and shipping agents throughout the world to handle the
service needs of its customers. The company works closely with
related governing and non-governing organizations to ensure
environmental sustainability of marine life products. Learn more
about the company’s commitment to safety and environmental
sustainability at www.fcf.com.tw.
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