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Declaration to Code of Conduct

2019

An essential part to deliver quality is to act under certain values. Therefore we commit ourselves to adhering to certain values and principles in order to protect employees, customers and business partners. Besides our own performance the performance of Suppliers, as an important part of our business, is a key factor of our success. Due to that we are aware of our responsibility to take social and ecological factors into account when dealing with Suppliers. Therefore we developed a Code of Contact which reflects our company values and we want to share them with our Suppliers.

We also want to ensure with this Code of Contact that Anthentic Logistikand its Suppliers comply with the legal laws and regulations in order to support a sustainable development.

This Code of Contact is based on our company values and the Universal Declaration on Human Rights, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and HACCP.

General rules of Conduct

Anthentic Logistikconduct when dealing with customers, Suppliers, government agencies, politicians, competitors and co-workers is characterized in particular by the following main points:

  • fair and honest contact with the other person
  • cooperation in the spirit of partnership
  • respectful behaviour and mutual consideration
  • equal treatment of all
  • conduct in harmony with the law

Conduct in dealing with others

Following the Applicable Laws

We commit ourselves to follow the regulations imposed by the laws of the individual countries without exception.

Competition

The laws concerning competition and monopolies provide clear rules of conduct for dealing with competitors – we strictly obeyed to these rules.

We do not enter into or carry out anti-competitive agreements among competitors, including agreements to fix prices; make rigged bids (collusive tenders); establish output restrictions or quotas; or share or divide markets by allocating customers, Suppliers, territories or lines of commerce.

Anti-Corruption

We do not directly or indirectly offer, promise, give, accept or demand a bribe or other undue advantage to obtain retain business or other improper advantage. The Supplier should also resist the solicitation of bribes and extortion.

Occasional gifts of small value are allowed, as long as they are within the limits prescribed by the tax laws.

Confidentiality and Protection of Intellectual Property

We guarantee that no third party rights shall be violated by its performance. Our Suppliers are obligated to keep all information received from Anthentic Logistikeven after fulfilment of the contract.

Social Responsibility

For Anthentic Logistikare the following main principles important:

  • Employment is freely chosen
  • Freedom of association and the right to collective bargaining are respected
  • Working conditions are safe and hygienic
  • Child labour shall not be used
  • Living wages are paid
  • Working hours are not excessive
  • No discrimination is practiced
  • Regular employment is provided
  • No harsh or inhuman treatment is allowed.

Environmental Protection

We comply with all legal laws and regulations of the individual countries concerning environmental topics.

We engage in addition to improve our environmental performance wherever possible and commit ourselves to act under the precautionary principle.

The sustainable and efficient use of resources is highly vital for Anthentic Logistikand work in and resource-saving way including recycling, waste reduction, waste disposal and closed loop operations.

When dealing with chemicals or toxic substances us and our Suppliers complies with all legal laws and regulations and guarantees safety for people, employees and the environment including an accurate waste disposal.

We commit ourselves to use energy in an efficient way in order to save and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. In addition we aim to focus on the usage of renewable energy (e.g. water, power, wind, biomass, solar energy) whenever possible.