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Compliance at GEDORE

Within the GEDORE Group, compliance forms the foundation for responsible business decisions. This applies to our dealings with employees, business partners and society as a whole.

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Acting Responsibly

Compliance with the laws, regulations and recognised ethical standards of the cultures in which we operate is a fundamental principle of responsible business conduct for us. The individual companies within the GEDORE Group comply with applicable national and international laws and regulations, minimum industry standards, ILO and UN conventions, as well as other relevant standards. At our sites in Germany, we fulfil our legal obligations, among other things, by implementing the “Recht im Betrieb” compliance management system developed by the law firm Dr. Rack.

Compliance with these requirements strengthens our corporate ethics and, in turn, the trust of our employees, business partners, local authorities and other stakeholders.

Our compliance measures are designed not only to meet legal requirements, but also to promote ethical business practices. They are based on a holistic approach and encompass all areas of the business.

The Three Pillars of GEDORE’s Compliance Strategy

Legal Compliance

Compliance with national and international laws and industry-specific regulations forms the basis of our business activities. This includes identifying legal requirements at an early stage, aligning internal processes accordingly and continuously reviewing their implementation. In this way, we create the foundation for reliable decision-making and responsible conduct across all areas of the business.

Internal Policies

Clear internal policies help our employees act confidently and responsibly in their day-to-day work. To this end, we develop and implement codes of conduct and compliance policies that provide guidance and establish binding standards. They help us identify risks at an early stage, make decisions transparently and strengthen a shared understanding of integrity throughout the company.

Reporting Systems

Confidential and accessible reporting systems are an integral part of our compliance structure. Appropriate reporting channels allow potential breaches of compliance policies or other relevant observations to be reported anonymously. This provides the basis for carefully reviewing every report and responding to it appropriately.

Contact

If you have any questions or comments relating to compliance, the GEDORE team will be happy to assist you.

Contact our Compliance Team

Reporting System

Our whistleblowing system enables employees and individuals outside the company to report potential breaches of our compliance policies or Code of Conduct. Reports can also be submitted anonymously, if desired. All reports are handled confidentially and in accordance with applicable data protection regulations. Whistleblowers are protected against any disadvantage or retaliation in accordance with legal and internal requirements.

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Code of Conduct

The GEDORE Code of Conduct summarises our company-wide principles and guidelines for responsible conduct in the workplace. It provides guidance for our employees and establishes a binding framework for integrity throughout the GEDORE Group. We also expect our suppliers and business partners to comply with the standards set out in the Code and to take them into account in their activities.

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Policy Statement under the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act

The German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act sets out requirements for companies to manage their supply chains, including their own operations, responsibly with regard to respecting human rights. GEDORE addressed the implementation of these requirements at an early stage and works with INTEGRITY NEXT, a platform for supply chain and sustainability management, in this area.

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Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

For the GEDORE Group, compliance means consistently complying with all applicable national and international laws, regulations and ethical standards. This includes internal policies, codes of conduct, as well as compliance with ILO and UN conventions across all areas of the company.

Employees and external parties can report compliance breaches via the GEDORE whistleblowing system. Anonymous reports are also possible, if desired. All reports are treated confidentially. Whistleblowers are protected against disadvantage or retaliation.

The GEDORE Code of Conduct contains binding guidelines for behaviour in day-to-day business. It applies to all GEDORE employees, as well as to suppliers and business partners.

The LkSG requires companies to comply with human rights and environmental due diligence obligations in their supply chains. GEDORE is addressing the implementation of these requirements and works with INTEGRITY NEXT in this regard.

At its German sites, GEDORE uses the “Recht im Betrieb” compliance management system developed by the law firm Dr. Rack. In addition, GEDORE works with INTEGRITY NEXT to implement the requirements of the LkSG.

For GEDORE, compliance is not merely a formal obligation, but an integral part of corporate responsibility. Compliance with ethical and legal standards strengthens the trust of all stakeholders and provides the basis for sustainable and economically responsible business practices.