Our Purchasing Ethics: all of the players in the Purchasing Network abide by the following commitments:
Behaviour
Only use methods and means that are recognised by all as unimpeachable in business dealings and refuse any irregular business practices.
Respect for the ethical rules applying to labour legislation
Make sure that suppliers obey the ethical rules applying to labour law, and in particular the rules of the ILO Conventions on forced labour, clandestine labour, child labour, equality of opportunity and freedom of association.
Professionalism
Contribute to the development of strict standards applying to professional skills throughout the purchasing function.
Safety and the Environment
Respect safety standards in the workplace and make sure that subcontractors enforce the same standards.
Strictly respect the environmental standards that are part of the Group's environmental management system and make sure that subcontractors obey the same rules.
Confidentiality
Any information provided by a supplier is deemed to be confidential with regard to other suppliers, unless it is clearly stipulated that the said information becomes the property of the Group.