Ethical Policy

Effective Date: 23.06.2025

Porte D’Mer Pty Ltd

At Porte D’Mer, we are committed to conducting business with integrity, transparency, and responsibility. As a proudly Australian seafood brand, our ethical standards are guided by our respect for the environment, our partners, our customers, and the communities we serve.

1. Ethical Sourcing and Sustainability

We are committed to sourcing our seafood responsibly and ethically.

• We work with suppliers and fisheries that align with sustainable fishing practices and comply with Australian regulations and quotas.
• We actively avoid partnerships that contribute to overfishing, illegal fishing practices, or environmental degradation.

2. Animal Welfare

We are committed to ensuring the humane treatment of marine life within the bounds of current industry standards.

• We only work with suppliers who meet national standards for responsible handling and humane harvesting.

3. Environmental Responsibility

• We strive to minimise our environmental footprint through local sourcing, sustainable packaging, and efficient logistics wherever feasible.
• We continually assess ways to reduce waste and improve our practices, from processing through to final delivery.

4. Fair and Respectful Business Practices

• We value transparency and fairness in all our business dealings.
• We support honest communication, fair pricing, and strong, respectful partnerships with our suppliers, distributors, and clients.
• We do not tolerate any form of corruption, bribery, or exploitative conduct.

5. Workplace Culture and Conduct

• We are committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment for all staff.
• We value diversity and equal opportunity in hiring, development, and daily operations.
• We expect all employees and partners to uphold our ethical standards and act with professionalism and respect at all times.

6. Community Impact

Porte D’Mer is committed to contributing positively to the communities in which we operate.

• We support local industry and employment wherever possible.
• We aim to engage with community initiatives that promote food security, sustainability, and industry education.

7. Continuous Improvement

We recognise that being an ethical business is an evolving responsibility. We are committed to:

• Regularly reviewing our policies and procedures
• Listening to feedback from customers, partners, and employees
• Continuously striving for better outcomes across all facets of our operations