The standards we hold ourselves to — in every port, on every charter, and with every counterparty.
Wilkriss Nigeria Limited operates with integrity across every dimension of our business — vessel operations, chartering, crewing, and commercial dealings. This Code of Conduct sets out the standards we expect of our directors, employees, agents, and representatives acting on our behalf.
This Code applies to all personnel of Wilkriss Nigeria Limited, including full-time employees, contracted crew, commercial agents, and any third party representing the company in a business capacity.
We do not offer, pay, request, or accept bribes, kickbacks, or improper inducements of any kind — whether in cash, gifts, or any other form of benefit. We comply with applicable anti-corruption laws, including the UK Bribery Act 2010 and equivalent legislation in the jurisdictions where we operate.
Gifts and hospitality must be reasonable in value, transparent, and never intended to influence a business decision.
We conduct sanctions screening on all counterparties, vessels, cargoes, and ports before entering into any commercial arrangement. We do not knowingly engage with entities or individuals listed on OFAC, EU, UN, or UK sanctions lists.
Any transaction that carries sanctions risk must be escalated to management before proceeding.
We compete on the merits of our vessels, rates, and service. We do not engage in price-fixing, market manipulation, or any anti-competitive practice. We treat charterers, brokers, suppliers, and competitors with honesty and professionalism.
The safety and dignity of our workforce is non-negotiable. We comply with the Labour Act, NSITF regulations, and all applicable ISO 45001 occupational health and safety requirements. Harassment, discrimination, or intimidation of any person on our sites or in our offices is prohibited.
We enforce MLC and STCW rest hour requirements strictly. No commercial pressure justifies falsification of rest hour records.
We operate in compliance with ISO 14001:2015 and all applicable environmental regulations. We do not discharge pollutants, falsify records, or circumvent environmental controls. We actively seek to reduce our environmental footprint through equipment maintenance standards and project optimisation.
Personnel must disclose any personal or financial interest that could conflict — or appear to conflict — with their duties to Wilkriss Nigeria Limited. Undisclosed conflicts are a disciplinary matter.
Commercial terms, project details, counterparty information, and internal business data are confidential. Personnel must not disclose such information to third parties without authorisation, during or after their engagement with the company.
Anyone who becomes aware of a potential violation of this Code is expected to report it. Reports may be made directly to management or by email to info@wilkriss.com. We do not tolerate retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith.
Violations of this Code may result in disciplinary action, termination of contract, and referral to relevant authorities where the conduct constitutes a criminal offence.
LAST UPDATED: MAY 2026
