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Climate change

Maritime transport, which has a high level of energy efficiency, transports 90% of the world’s cargo. With key positions in the Russian logistics system, Global Ports terminals help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in transport chains, thereby making their own contribution to solving global climate problems. Due to the strategic location of container terminals on key routes, the Company serves as a link between eco-friendly modes of transport — both sea and railway. This facilitates the creation of more sustainable and eco-friendly value chains.

At the same time, Global Ports recognises that climate change, in particular rising sea levels and the increased frequency of extreme weather events, poses risks to port infrastructure. In response to these risks, the Company is implementing adaptation measures, including the modernisation of assets and optimisation of business processes.

As part of its climate agenda, Global Ports focuses on reducing greenhouse gas emissions by determining the best approaches to minimising its carbon footprint. In 2024, emissions (scopes 1 and 2) amounted to 42,400 tonnes of CO2 equivalent. Although the Company strictly adheres to all required regulations for the control of greenhouse gas emissions, we are aware of the need to strengthen our decarbonisation measures.

To improve energy efficiency, Global Ports implemented various initiatives in 2024, including:

Equipment upgrades Introduction of energy conservation technologies Replacement of outdated lighting systems with LED lighting Reduction in power losses in electricity intake and distribution systems Optimisation of equipment operation modes to improve the quality of electricity supply Environmental protection and conservation

Reducing the environmental impact of port activities is one of Global Ports’ strategic objectives. The Company takes an integrated approach to environmental management that aims to protect, restore, and maintain ecosystems in the areas where port assets are located.

When planning the expansion of port infrastructure capacity, Global Ports first takes into account sustainable development principles and carefully analyses the possible environmental impact. The Company actively cooperates with local and regional authorities to develop and introduce measures to minimise environmental risks.

In 2024, Global Ports approved an updated Environmental Protection Policy that defines the Holding’s key approaches and principles in this regard.

Main objectives of the Policy:

To reduce any negative environmental impact associated with the Company’s business and other activities, especially in the context of increased economic activity and climate change To preserve environmental quality at the level required for people to lead a prosperous life and for the Holding’s sustainable development

To achieve its goals, Global Ports undertakes the following obligations:

Minimise the risks of a negative environmental impact both in its current operations and during the implementation of investment projects Ensure the monitoring of its environmental impact and promptly take measures needed to prevent potentially harmful consequences for the environment Monitor and introduce innovative methods, technologies, and eco-friendly solutions in operational processes, including the use of best practices from related industries Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and established norms and rules, especially given the constant tightening of environmental regulations and growing requirements for the eco-friendliness of operational processes Monitor compliance with environmental standards by contractors working in the Company’s territories Prevent pollution of water basins, the air, and territories Continuously improve the environmental management system Improve the level of environmental protection expertise among staff Implement energy and resource conservation and energy efficiency improvement programmes Take measures to preserve biodiversity and ecosystems in areas where the Company operates Efficiently handle waste, prioritise the maximum use of raw materials and inputs, prevent waste generation, or reduce the amount of waste through recycling Modernise and introduce equipment taking into account the best available environmental protection technologies Conduct regular internal audits to ensure that the Company’s practices comply with the stated objectives of the Environmental Policy Implement environmental protection measures Inform and maintain an open dialogue with all stakeholders about environmental issues

Global Ports’ operating facilities are classified as second- and third-category Negative Environmental Impact (NEI) facilities. The Holding’s greatest environmental impact is caused by pollutant emissions from its handling equipment. In 2024, air emissions from the Holding’s assets did not exceed the maximum permissible values. To control and reduce pollutant emissions, the Company continuously monitors the technical condition of equipment and machinery, and promptly eliminates any malfunctions that affect emissions.

Environmental safety experts, the heads of labour and environmental protection departments, terminal managing directors, and the Company’s CEO are responsible for preparing and implementing environmental measures.

Global Ports is implementing a range of measures to assess and reduce its environmental impact.

Key focuses of environmental protection activities in 2024:

Air protection:

(a) Ambient air laboratory studies

(b) Control of maximum permissible emissions

(c) Control of emissions during unfavourable meteorological conditions

Wastewater collection and treatment:

(a) Wastewater monitoring

(b) Morphometric information on water bodies

Waste management:

(a) Industrial waste and solid municipal waste removal

(b) Recycling of car tyres

(c) Disposal of lamps

Protection and rehabilitation of surface and groundwater:

(а) Examination of natural water and bottom sediments

Environment protection against noise:

(а) Laboratory noise research

Water usage

Global Ports strives to ensure the sustainable use of water resources and reduce their consumption wherever possible.

The Holding does not use water in its core operational processes. Water is mainly consumed for service needs, irrigation, and cleaning. Centralised systems are mainly used for water supply and wastewater disposal (except for storm water). If it is impossible to connect centralised utilities, water is taken from underground sources. The Company does not draw water from natural surface water bodies.

Despite its negligible impact on water resources, the Company takes the following measures to minimise the risks of pollution of open water bodies and the impact of wastewater discharge, as well as to reduce water consumption:

Regular monitoring of water consumption and maximum permissible concentrations (MPC) of pollutants in water Prompt cleaning of floating debris from sea water area Disposal of wastewater into centralised water disposal systems Informing employees about sustainable water consumption Maintaining the storm water drainage system in good working order Annual monitoring of wastewater treatment efficiency Maintenance and routine repairs of water supply systems

All water used at Global Ports enterprises undergoes multi-stage purification, after which it is returned to surface water bodies. In addition, the Holding is constantly improving treatment technologies to ensure that treated water meets the established environmental quality standards.

To control and reduce water consumption, the Company has implemented strict monitoring by equipping all water consumption points with metering devices. Monthly readings are taken from meters installed at all water discharge and intake points. This information is regularly submitted to the Federal Water Resources Agency in accordance with the established requirements.

Waste management

Global Ports attaches great importance to effective waste management in an effort to minimise its negative environmental impact. The Company also aims to reduce the amount of waste sent to landfills by prioritising recycling, utilisation, and safe disposal practices.

Separate waste collection is a practice that Global Ports is actively developing. Waste is categorised according to its degree of hazard and stored in specially equipped places in accordance with legal requirements. Almost 100% of the waste generated in the course of the Company’s activities is classified as Hazard Class 4 and 5 waste, i.e., it is considered low-hazardous or practically non-hazardous (construction waste, sweepings from enterprises, etc.). Hazard Class 3 waste is sent for neutralisation (mercury lamps, thermometers, used uninterruptible power supplies, batteries, and filters).

Solid utility waste disposal, recycling, and neutralisation are performed by regional operators with whom contracts have been concluded and who hold licences for the treatment of Hazard Class 4-5 waste, which is mainly shipped off for utilisation or sale to third parties.