Karachi, In a significant move to advance road safety standards within its logistics operations, Unilever Pakistan hosted a comprehensive workshop today at its head office. The event, titled "All in For Safety on the Roads," aimed to unify various stakeholders around Unilever’s vision to become a “Zero Injury Company” through enhanced safety practices across its logistics network.

According to Unilever Pakistan Limited, the workshop included participants from diverse organizations, focusing on critical areas such as safe driving practices, driver fitness, and effective risk management strategies. These discussions underscored the company's commitment to embedding a culture of safety excellence throughout its operations.

The session provided a platform for sharing insights into Unilever's logistics safety protocols, including enforcement of minimum mandatory requirements like the LTO License to Operate and strict adherence to safety SOPs. Moreover, collaborative syndicate sessions allowed attendees to analyze past incident reports and discuss training and development initiatives, vehicle fitness protocols, and risk mitigation strategies to better manage operational safety risks.

Abdul Hannan, Head of Supply Chain – Pakistan at Unilever, reflected on the event's success, emphasizing the critical role of collaboration in enhancing road safety. "We are proud to spearhead this collaborative effort to enhance road safety with our logistics partners. By uniting industry leaders and sharing best practices, we are taking significant strides toward ensuring safety on the roads for all," said Hannan.

The workshop also featured insights from industry experts, including Makhdoom Faisal Bhatti, Head of Supply Chain at BASF, who shared best practices in aligning organizational goals with road safety initiatives. Additionally, DB Ali Suhag, Head of the Sindh Police Accident Research and Analysis Center, highlighted the critical aspects of road safety behavior and the importance of helmet usage.

This initiative by Unilever Pakistan not only aims to foster a safer working environment but also to create a sustainable model for road safety that could be emulated by other organizations.