1.  This is a manual to facilitate the user to complete the ESG rating form. Hong Kong Logistics Association (HKLA) attempts to bring in ESG to the logistics industry in particular targeting on small and medium enterprises (SMEs) so that Hong Kong’s logistics enterprises can engage in the global ESG trend at this early stage keeping Hong Kong logistics industry performing as an international logistics hub;
  2. Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) is a company effort to keep operation sustainable and carry out social responsibilities. This evaluation will assist the management/governance of companies to identify the baseline and the areas for improvement with respect to ESG. The evaluation methodology will be kept enhancing along with the evolving global market requirements over time instead of a static standard set at a particular moment:
  3. The evaluation questionnaire covers ESG in different levels, namely the policies and implementation. All submitted material are supported by valid document in order to confirm their legitimacy; and
  4. Through the rating system, the subject company can appreciate the components of ESG within the company and their performance. The outcomes of evaluation based on the comparison of (a) peer group in an assessment pool; and (b) HKLA benchmarks established through industry intelligent and existing practice. A strategic direction and implementation can be worked out through this process. So the company will move forward in a sustainable manner.