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Stewardship of our products

As one of the largest global shippers of bulk commodities, we recognise that our Company relies on the safe, efficient and reliable transportation of our products. We conduct risk-based screening of our transportation providers and only select those who share our commitment to sustainability.

In line with our commitment to the International Council of Mining and Metals Sustainable Development Framework, we facilitate and encourage responsible design, use, reuse, recycling and disposal of our products throughout our value chain. We engage in product stewardship initiatives, including the Steel Stewardship Forum, the European Copper Institute and the Australian Petroleum Production and Exploration Association.

As a member of the World Nuclear Association (WNA), we undertake a range of activities to support the safe and peaceful use of nuclear technology and promote sustainable development for the industry. These activities include participating in national and international stewardship programs and allowing our customers to audit our HSEC activities in line with the WNA Sustainability Checklist.

The transportation of uranium products is overseen by the Australian Government through the Australian Safeguards and Non-Proliferation Office and BHP is a member of the World Nuclear Transport Institute (WNTI) that represents the collective interests of the nuclear power and packaging industries and those who rely on it for the safe, efficient and reliable transport of radioactive materials..

Where possible, we work with those involved in the life cycles of our products to improve environmental performance throughout the value chain and to promote the responsible use of our products. This includes conducting research to support energy-efficient and productive utilisation of our products and sharing the outputs of the research, technical collaborations and publications.

As one of the largest global shippers of bulk commodities, we recognise that our Company relies on the safe, efficient and reliable transportation of our products. We conduct risk-based screening of our transportation providers and only select those who share our commitment to sustainability.