ESPO congratulates the Port of Den Helder (the Netherlands) on achieving recertification under the EcoPorts environmental management standard (PERS). A member of EcoPorts since 2014, the Port of Den Helder has now received the PERS certificate for the fifth consecutive time.

Isabelle Ryckbost, ESPO Secretary General, said: “Congratulations to the Port of Den Helder on achieving its PERS recertification. This consistent achievement reflects a strong and sustained commitment to environmental performance and continuous improvement, setting a solid example for ports across Europe.”

Tim Verhoeven, ESPO Senior Policy Advisor and EcoPorts Coordinator, commented: “Big congratulations to the Port of Den Helder for all the hard work you’re putting into cleaner waters and emission‑free building. Your practical, hands‑on approach to sustainability really sets you apart and shows what’s possible for ports across the EU.”

PERS (Port Environmental Review System) is the only port-specific environmental standard. The last five years have seen important increases in its recognition and membership, with 78 ports from 23 countries currently counting themselves as part of the EcoPorts Network, and 32 ports holding PERS certification. Compliance with the EcoPorts’ PERS standard is independently assessed by LRQA Nederland B.V. and the certificate has a validity of two years. EcoPorts’ PERS is revised after the 2-year period, ensuring ports continuously meet the requirements.

For more information on EcoPorts’ PERS, visit the EcoPorts website.

Picture from left to right Port of Den Helder: Roel Salden — CEO and Andrea van Santen — Policy advisor.