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Governance and Whistleblowing

Governance and whistleblowing

Arethia is committed to upholding integrity, transparency, and ethical practices as a  company. This page outlines our governance philosophy and the whistleblowing  system that supports our commitment to these values.

How we build our ethical business ecosystem

We are committed to making a positive impact beyond our borders. At Arethia,  sustainability is a collective effort, and our actions have a far-reaching impact.  Through partnerships, sharing best practices, and promoting social and  environmental well-being, we strive to inspire greater sustainability throughout  business.

To create a robust and thriving ethical
ecosystem, we focus on three key  pillars:

Cultivating a sustainable
supply chain

Our products and services are sourced and produced in an environmentally  responsible way, reducing our ecological footprint

Respecting human rights

Our workplace is inclusive, diverse, and respectful. We apply these values to our  partnerships, creating an environment of trust and equality

Fair governance practices

We ensure transparency, accountability, and ethical decision-making throughout our  operations

Adhering to our code of conduct

We maintain a comprehensive Code of Conduct for both our organisation and  our suppliers

Managing supply chain risks

Our supply chain risk management task force proactively addresses risks  within our supply chain

Promoting diversity and inclusion

We actively promote diversity and strive to create an inclusive work  environment where all voices are valued

The EU Whistleblower Directive and the transferring national legislation, such as the  "Whistleblower Protection Act" in Germany, are in place to prevent or uncover legal  violations and safeguard whistleblowers. Our dedicated reporting system enables  employees and third parties to report legal violations anonymously. These reports are  managed by Integrity GmbH, an external ombudsman appointed to handle  disclosures.

Slavery in all its forms, child labour, forced labour,
and other activities that  violate human rights

Bribery and corruption

Significant environmentally damaging factors like
pollution, ecosystem  degradation, or deforestation

Non-compliance with the ban on unequal treatment

Report an issue anonymously
* Please note that our whistleblowing system is not intended for general complaints. For  concerns related to specific services provided by Arethia, please contact the appropriate  contact points
From climate action to social responsibility and governance, our commitment to  sustainability is all-encompassing. Dive into each area to see how Arethia is making a  difference.
Learn about our climate action efforts
Read about our governance practices
Discover our sustainable procurement policy