Code of Conduct

Statement of business etichs and social responsibility

Malthe Winje (including subsidiaries and members of MW Group) bases its business model on principles of good business ethics and social responsibility, and it is expected that our contractual partners (including engaged companies, entities, and individuals) will respect fundamental social and ethical norms in their operations. The guidelines below are based on international conventions and outline minimum ethical standards. Should Malthe Winje be associated with contractual partners who do not adhere to fundamental business ethical principles, this may be grounds for terminating the agreement.

Human Rights

Contracting parties respect the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

Employee Rights

Contracting partners comply with the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, Article 32, and the eight core conventions of the International Labour Organization (ILO) (Articles 29, 87, 98, 100, 105, 111, 138, and 183), which address child labor, forced labor, freedom of association, collective bargaining, and non-discrimination in the workplace. Contracting partners ensure that all employees within their organizations receive wages sufficient to meet basic needs, aligned with national minimum wage standards, and are paid directly and promptly. Working hours do not exceed national legal limits, and overtime regulations follow relevant legal requirements.

Health, Environment, and Safety

Contracting partners prioritize employee health and safety over business operations. Employees are informed in advance about activities that may pose health risks and have access to appropriate protective and safety equipment. Contracting partners adhere to a precautionary principle in areas of their operations with environmental challenges and take initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility in their business activities. Contracting partners contribute to the development and use of environmentally friendly technologies, and business operations are conducted in compliance with relevant national environmental legislation.

Anti-Corruption and Fair Competition

Contracting partners commit to eliminating all forms of corruption and bribery in business operations. They operate within the framework of applicable national and international competition laws and actively oppose anti-competitive practices.

Inspection

Contracting partners reserve the right to conduct pre-announced inspections of each other’s production sites using competent, independent auditors during the contract period to verify compliance with the requirements of this document.

Update history

30.10.2024