The Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) has been awarded ‘Global Leader in Social Responsibility’ by The International CSR Excellence Awards, securing the gold in the ‘Community Engagement for Government Entities’ category.
Selected from over 300 global entries, the win recognises PCFC’s comprehensive social responsibility strategy, which includes sustainable initiatives across education, health, environment, and humanitarian sectors.
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Chairman of PCFC, said the 2025 designation as the ‘Year of Community’ inspired the Corporation to expand its outreach.
“This award is a global endorsement of our commitment and the UAE’s vision for a cohesive, prosperous society,”
he noted.
CEO Nasser Al Neyadi highlighted the Corporation’s ongoing efforts to support Dubai’s vision under the Economic Agenda D33.
“We diversify our programmes to meet evolving community needs and ensure long-term impact through local and international collaboration,”
he said.
The award ceremony took place at St Paul’s Cathedral in London, where Hend Ahmad Shaker, PCFC’s Director of Marketing and Corporate Communication, accepted the honour.
PCFC’s initiatives in 2025 included vocational training, environmental campaigns, family support services, food security drives, and partnerships with healthcare and charitable entities across the UAE.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
