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JOTUN AND SOCIETY
ON HAND TO HELP
We believe Jotun can be a force for global good, providing not just employment, high standards and tax
revenue to the local communities where we operate, but also contributing to worthy causes and funding
emergency aid where it’s most needed.
Jotun prides itself on operating as a responsible, global
corporate citizen. As such we believe we have a duty to help
the local communities where we operate, especially in times of
acute difficulty.
To ensure Jotun directs its resources to the people and causes
where it’s most needed, we work to establish long-term
relationships with key charitable partners. This is done on
a local scale, with each company in the Group contributing
a set percentage of turnover to external CR initiatives, and
globally, by coordinating centrally with organisations such as the
International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC).
REFUGEE AID IN BANGLADESH
Hundreds of thousands of Rohingya Muslims fled from
Myanmar’s Rakhine State to Bangladesh in 2017 to escape violent
unrest. This influx of refugees, many of whom walked for days to
make the border crossing, were in dire need of humanitarian aid,
with the ICRC assuming a vital role as a first responder.
To assist the organisation in its efforts, Jotun donated funds to
enable the building of a field hospital to treat members of this
vulnerable group.
SAVING LIVES AT SEA
The Red Cross has been driving to raise funds for a new Search
and Rescue (SAR) boat in the Sandefjord area since its former
vessel was decommissioned in 2014. Jotun’s gift of NOK 2.5
million enabled the organisation to finally reach its target, with
a new vessel, christened RC Jotun.
The advanced 40 foot long ‘Flying Fish’ vessel boasts a top
speed of 38 knots and a range of specialist equipment to locate,
treat and provide assistance to those facing difficulties at sea.
“Jotun has, over a number of years, enabled the Norwegian Red Cross to respond in emergencies. Jotun´s
long-term commitment, which is highly appreciated, makes a real difference to vulnerable people.”
Bernt G. Apeland, Secretary General of the Norwegian Red Cross
RC Jotun will operate throughout the year, when the water is ice-free, from its base in Sandefjord.