Modern Slavery Statement

Modern slavery statement reflects our unwavering commitment to ethical conduct, responsible business practices, and respect for human rights across every part of our operations. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward slavery, forced labor, child labor, human trafficking, debt bondage, and any other form of exploitation. This commitment applies to all employees, contractors, business partners, and suppliers. We expect everyone acting on our behalf to uphold the same principles and to support a workplace and supply chain built on dignity, fairness, and transparency.

Our approach is grounded in prevention, detection, and decisive action. We assess risks in areas where vulnerabilities may exist, including recruitment practices, labor sourcing, and high-risk supply categories. The modern slavery policy is embedded within our governance framework and supported by training, due diligence, and ongoing oversight. We aim to ensure that ethical standards are not treated as optional, but as essential requirements for doing business with us.

We also recognize that modern slavery can be hidden and difficult to identify. For that reason, we promote vigilance at every level of the organization and encourage prompt escalation of concerns. Our statement is reviewed in the context of our wider human rights and responsible procurement practices, ensuring that it remains relevant to the changing risks in our operations and supply chains.

Our suppliers play a critical role in our ability to uphold these commitments. We conduct supplier audits and risk-based assessments to evaluate labor conditions, recruitment methods, working hours, wage practices, and document retention. Where concerns are identified, we require corrective action plans and monitor progress closely. In serious cases, we reserve the right to suspend or terminate relationships where suppliers fail to meet our standards.

Supplier expectations are clearly communicated through contractual provisions and onboarding requirements. We expect suppliers to maintain lawful employment practices, prohibit fee-charging recruitment, and ensure workers are free to move and leave employment in accordance with applicable law. Our modern slavery statement reinforces that compliance is not limited to direct suppliers; it extends across relevant tiers of the supply chain where risk may exist.

Training and awareness are also central to our prevention efforts. Employees involved in procurement, human resources, and operations receive guidance on recognizing warning signs and applying escalation procedures. By strengthening knowledge and accountability, the organization improves its ability to identify potentially exploitative situations and respond appropriately.

Reporting channels are available for anyone who wishes to raise a concern about suspected exploitation, unsafe labor conditions, or unethical conduct. Reports may be made through internal management lines, compliance functions, or other established whistleblowing mechanisms. Concerns are handled with confidentiality and, where permitted, anonymity. Retaliation against individuals who raise a concern in good faith is strictly prohibited.

When an allegation is received, it is assessed promptly and investigated in a proportionate manner. Depending on the outcome, actions may include supplier engagement, worker remediation, process correction, disciplinary measures, or referral to appropriate authorities. Our goal is not only to respond to incidents, but also to address root causes so that risks are reduced over time. This reinforces the integrity of our anti-slavery commitments and strengthens trust in our operations.

We are committed to continual improvement in how we manage modern slavery risks. Controls are periodically tested, and lessons learned from audits, investigations, and supplier reviews are used to refine our procedures. This helps ensure that our modern slavery approach remains practical, measurable, and aligned with evolving legal and ethical expectations.

This statement is subject to annual review to confirm its effectiveness and to reflect changes in our business, risk profile, and supply chain structure. The review considers audit findings, incident reports, training completion, and supplier performance. Where opportunities for improvement are identified, action plans are developed and tracked to completion.

The annual review also helps us evaluate whether our zero-tolerance policy is being implemented consistently and whether additional controls are needed. If emerging risks are identified, we may update our due diligence methods, strengthen supplier oversight, or expand awareness training. This ensures that our response remains proactive rather than reactive.

In summary, this modern slavery statement demonstrates our ongoing determination to prevent exploitation and uphold human rights throughout our organization and supply chain. We will continue to strengthen our controls, improve accountability, and maintain a culture in which ethical conduct is expected, monitored, and enforced. Our commitment is enduring: to operate responsibly, support fair work, and reject all forms of modern slavery.