Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy
Ref: MXMSS001 | Rev: 1.0 | Approval: MM | Author: CT
Issue Date: 19/08/2025
Introduction
Modern slavery is a serious crime and a violation of fundamental human rights. It includes slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, bonded labour, child labour, and human trafficking. Victims of modern slavery are often coerced, deceived, or exploited and deprived of their freedom and dignity. Human trafficking involves arranging or facilitating the movement of individuals for the purpose of exploitation. MariseaX is firmly committed to preventing modern slavery in every aspect of its operations and supply chains. Our business is built on transparency, trust, and responsibility, and we are dedicated to ensuring that ethical labour standards are upheld across all activities.
About MariseaX
MariseaX is an India-based company that facilitates trusted partnerships between certified exporters, aquaculture farmers, and global importers of frozen seafood, particularly shrimp and related products.
Acting as a trade facilitator and liaison, MariseaX ensures that all parties in the seafood supply chain operate with integrity and comply with applicable laws and ethical standards. We emphasize traceability, food safety, and respect for human rights at every stage, from farm to export.
Defined Terms
- Modern Slavery: Any practice where a person is forced, coerced, or deceived into working against their will.
- Slavery: Ownership or control of a person as property, compelling them to work without pay or freedom.
- Servitude: Requiring someone to provide services under threat or coercion, often without fair compensation.
- Forced or Compulsory Labour: Work a person is made to do against their will under threat of penalty or harm.
- Bonded Labour: When a person must work to repay a debt or obligation under unfair or exploitative conditions.
- Child Labour: Employment of children in work that restricts their education, development, or well-being.
- Human Trafficking: Recruiting, transporting, or harbouring people through deception or coercion for exploitation.
- Supply Chain: All parties and processes involved in producing, processing, and delivering seafood from India to global markets.
- Due Diligence: Steps taken to verify that all partners, suppliers, and contractors operate ethically and in compliance with law.
- Ethical Labour Practices: Fair and safe working conditions that protect workers’ rights, freedom of choice, and fair pay.
Commitment to Modern Slavery Prevention
MariseaX maintains a zero-tolerance stance against modern slavery and human trafficking within its operations and supply chains. The company is committed to implementing robust systems, controls, and due-diligence processes to prevent any form of forced, bonded, or exploitative labour. All business partners, suppliers, and service providers are expected to uphold these principles and operate with transparency, fairness, and respect for human rights.
MariseaX operates in alignment with Indian government policies and international ethical trade standards aimed at preventing human trafficking, child labour, and forced labour. These frameworks form the foundation of our commitment to ensuring that all seafood products are sourced, processed, and exported responsibly.
MariseaX is committed to:
- Implementing robust systems and controls to prevent any form of exploitation.
- Conducting regular due diligence checks and audits on partners and suppliers.
- Requiring all business partners to uphold the same high ethical and social responsibility standards.
- Taking immediate corrective or disciplinary action where violations are identified.
Scope
This policy applies to all individuals employed by or representing MariseaX, including employees, directors, contractors, consultants, third-party representatives, and business partners.
While this statement does not form part of any employment contract, compliance with its principles is mandatory. MariseaX reserves the right to amend or update this policy as needed to meet evolving legal and ethical requirements.
Working Practices
- MariseaX enforces a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery across all operations and supply chains.
- The prevention, detection, and reporting of modern slavery are shared responsibilities of all who work with or for MariseaX.
- Continuous risk assessments are performed to identify and mitigate potential risks within the seafood and aquaculture sectors.
- This statement is reviewed annually and communicated both internally and externally to promote transparency.
- Employees receive training and guidance to help them recognize and respond to signs of modern slavery.
- MariseaX engages proactively with suppliers, logistics partners, and customers to promote ethical labour practices.
- Thorough due-diligence procedures are applied before and during partnerships to confirm compliance with anti-slavery and labour laws.
- Non-compliance by any partner or supplier may result in suspension or termination of cooperation.
Responsibility
Ultimate responsibility for compliance with this policy lies with MariseaX’s leadership team.
Designated compliance officers are responsible for:
- Overseeing implementation and monitoring of this policy.
- Conducting audits and risk assessments.
- Ensuring that partners adhere to ethical and legal obligations.
Every employee, contractor, and representative is required to understand this policy and act in accordance with its principles.
Reporting Concerns
MariseaX encourages anyone who suspects or becomes aware of possible modern slavery practices to report concerns immediately.
Reports can be made confidentially via email to: partners@mariseax.com
All reports will be treated seriously and handled with discretion. Retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith is strictly prohibited. Where appropriate, cases may also be referred to local law enforcement or regulatory authorities.
Continuous Improvement
MariseaX is committed to continuously improving its systems, training, and partner evaluation procedures to strengthen prevention of modern slavery. We aim to work collaboratively with industry stakeholders, NGOs, and regulators to promote fair and ethical practices throughout the seafood export sector.
Approval
Approved by:
Title: Managing Director
Date: 19/08/2025
