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Pont parisien au coucher du soleil, créant une atmosphère romantique et pittoresque sur la Seine | Le Capitaine Fracasse

OUR RESPONSIBLE
COMMITMENTS

Le Capitaine Fracasse is firmly committed to social, economic, and environmental responsibility. Le Capitaine Fracasse works for the preservation and enhancement of the Seine, aligning its activities with the principles of sustainability and community well-being. Eco-responsible actions and ethical initiatives are integrated into every facet of its activities, for a more sustainable future.

  • CONSTRUCTION OF A 100% NEW BOAT WITH ELECTRIC PROPULSION IN 2024
  • +5 M € INVESTED IN GREENING PROJECTS SINCE 2016
  • UP TO 80% REDUCTION IN NOX EMISSIONS
  • -9% IN FUEL CONSUMPTION

GREENING THE FLEET

FLEET RENEWAL

  • Construction of an electric propulsion boat. This environmentally friendly event boat, both in its construction and operation, will be delivered in June 2024.
  • First electric boat built for the Paris sector since 2018.
  • Project respectful of environmental and aesthetic constraints imposed by the time and place.
  • Heavy curative maintenance of propulsion engines and generators to reduce emissions of fine particles, NOx (nitrogen oxide), and unburned hydrocarbons (an old engine can consume up to 10% more fuel).
  • GTL: switching to the new, less polluting GTL (Gas-To-Liquid) fuel.
  • Engine replacement: the engines of part of the fleet (4) have been replaced with the latest generation Caterpillar engines (Tier II standard), significantly reducing CO2 emissions as well as NOx emissions by up to 80%.
  • Preventive maintenance: lowering the oil change frequency and replacing air filters every 500 hours to maintain nominal combustion. Raising awareness among captains about eco-driving.

Energy-intensive equipment is replaced to reduce the electrical consumption produced by the generators (and thus fuel consumption).

  • Replacement of heating & air conditioning units with the latest generation of "Inverter" type heat pumps, allowing up to 30% reduction in energy consumption.
  • CO2 Sensor: optimal management of air renewal to limit excessive air renewal and thus optimize energy consumption.
  • Hydrothermal energy: heat pump that recovers calories from the river for heating.
  • Cogeneration: heating of domestic hot water by recovering the lost calories from combustion engines (up to 95% reduction in electrical consumption).
  • LED Lighting: relamping with LED technology devices generating up to 80% energy savings.
  • Replacement of restaurant equipment: equipment is regularly replaced with the latest generation of less energy-intensive devices.
  • “The quality and safety of services rely on the triple performance of the work tool, processes, and employees.”

QUALITY AND SAFETY

HIGH-PERFORMANCE WORK TOOL

  • Boats: continuous improvement of the work tool to align with sustainable operation practices.
  • Kitchen: the kitchen premises on our dinner cruise boats have been renovated, and the equipment replaced with more ergonomic tools. This ensures that employees work in a comfortable environment, reduces the risk of accidents, and limits musculoskeletal risks by promoting better postures.
  • Wheelhouses : equipment is regularly upgraded, providing better supervision of the entire ship.
  • Engine rooms : all engine rooms have been renovated and are subject to a rigorous preventive maintenance program.

We believe that the well-being of employees is essential for team retention; it also enables the achievement of operational excellence.

  • Office spaces: all offices have been renovated and equipped with efficient air conditioning and air treatment units.
  • Common areas: locker rooms have been refurbished, and each site has a cafeteria space.
  • High-performance work tool: the work tool is constantly maintained and improved.

A team of 5 technicians is responsible for the preventive maintenance of the fleet of boats. Safety components and equipment are regularly tested by the crew, maintained by technicians, and replaced by specialized local providers. Catering teams are made aware of HACCP standards, and processes and equipment are in place to detect any potential anomalies in real-time and ensure food safety.

  • A NEW BOAT BUILT 100% LOCALLY PARTNERSHIPS PROMOTING SHORT SUPPLY CHAINS

LOCAL COMMITMENT

LOCAL DEVELOPMENT

  • A new boat built at a local shipyard: Héméra, an electric propulsion boat, is built at the Chantiers de la Haute-Seine located in Villeneuve-le-Roi. A century-old shipyard employing local workers and governed by French labor laws.
  • Partners, suppliers, and service providers are selected based on the quality of their products or services and their geographical location.
  • Esprit Seine is a member of national (E2F) and local (CCP) federations that contribute to sharing, uniting, and disseminating good CSR practices.
  • Carré sur Seine: Esprit Seine's local commitment is also reflected in its support for nearby community associations, such as Carré sur Seine, an organization dedicated to promoting contemporary art, where it has committed to supporting young artists.
  • More than 90% of employees on permanent contracts
  • Nearly 40% women
  • More than 20 nationalities and origins represented, celebrating diversity
  • From 18 to 65 years old, promoting inclusion

HUMAN RESOURCES

JOB DIVERSITY

  • Diversity: opportunities are given to young people with recruitment methods focused on behavior and potential for evolution rather than on their skills. The employment of older workers is supported, convinced of their added value for the company and their contribution to the younger ones. 
  • More than 20 nationalities or origins are represented in the company.
  • Disability: the company adapts its organization to integrate employees with disabilities.
  • Age pyramid : all age groups are represented.
  • Close management: the low number of hierarchical levels ensures personalized and responsive management.
  • Caring management: availability and accessibility of managers are advocated by the leadership to consider and recognize the work of everyone.
  • Annual and professional reviews carried out for all employees.
  • Training: the company invests in employee training and prioritizes internal promotions.
  • Encouraging internal promotion: each year, several employees benefit from a policy that supports promotion
  • Representation: the staff has its representatives to ensure social dialogue in compliance with the labor code and the collective agreement.
  • Conviviality: events are regularly organized (lunches, barbecues, etc.) to create more links between the different teams. In addition, employees and their families are regularly invited to cruises.
  • RETHOUGHT ecological processes
  • short food supply chains
  • Call center that is local and responsible

RESPONSIBLE OPERATIONS

RESPONSIBLE PURCHASING

  • Producers: selection of suppliers offering certified products (meats favoring more respectful farming practices
  • Respect for product seasonality
  • Suppliers : exclusive sourcing of cleaning products certified with the Ecolabel.
  • Culinary production is carried out directly on-site (restaurant and dinner cruises) in order to limit the carbon footprint and value the professions of the restaurant industry
  • Call center located in the Paris region with French operators.
  • Daily monitoring of service quality using a specific software for satisfaction surveys and handling potential complaints.
  • Selective waste sorting (Organic waste, Paper/cardboard, Glass, Plastic, Used motor oils) has been implemented. Organic waste is converted into energy via methanation.
  • Other supplies are collected for specific recycling: ink cartridges, toners, batteries, light bulbs, coffee capsules, ...
  • Training: raising team awareness to responsible behaviors with simple solutions and best practices (covering pots, turning on equipment close to their time of use,…).
  • Optimization of non-recyclable supplies: replacing paper towels in customer restrooms with “Dyson” airblade hand dryers (less energy-consuming equipment) and more water-efficient.
  • Laundry: elimination of tablecloths to reduce pollution related to transport and laundering.
  • Employees are encouraged to regularly empty their email inbox, unsubscribe from newsletters, and limit the sending of emails and large attachments.
  • Computers are turned off at night.
  • Awareness for limiting printouts which are by default in black and white; use of recycled and PEFC certified paper.
  • Hosting of various websites on optimized servers resulting in a 60% reduction in energy consumption