Code of conduct for business partners

Code of conduct for Norsk Lastbærer Pool AS’s business partners

Scope

This code of conduct applies to all suppliers and business partners (hereinafter referred to as "Suppliers") to Norsk Lastbærer Pool AS, (hereinafter referred to as "NLP").

 The code of conduct describes NLP's guidelines for ethical and sustainable behaviour. It is a requirement that Suppliers to NLP adhere to the code as part of their agreement with NLP.

 The code is based on the principles of the UN Global Compact, (internationally recognized human rights conventions, labour rights and international environmental regulations), the data protection regulation (GDPR), as well as national legislation, (including the Criminal Code, the Working Environment Act, the Holiday Act, the Equality and Discrimination Act, the Transparency Act etc.)

Legal requirements and business ethics

NLP conducts its business within the applicable laws, internal instructions, and guidelines. This is also required by NLP's Suppliers. NLP's Suppliers must at all times comply with the laws and regulations that apply, and oppose all forms of corruption, bribery, fraud, money laundering and illegal restriction of competition.

Human rights

NLP respects basic human rights and decent working conditions throughout the value chain. This is also required by NLP's Suppliers. NLP conducts a due diligence assessment of its Suppliers through mapping and risk analysis in line with OECD guidelines.

Occupational health and safety (HSE)

NLP requires that the Supplier complies with national laws and regulations and works systematically with HSE to prevent accidents and ensure a good and safe workplace for its employees.

Employment contract and salary

National laws and regulations for employment must be followed. Direct or indirect use of forced labour, child labour or exploitation of vulnerable groups in working life is not permitted.

Equality

NLP requires its Suppliers to work actively to promote equality regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, skin colour, age, ethnicity, religion, trade union membership or disability. Active efforts must be made to create a working environment where all employees are included and treated with respect.

Privacy

NLP's Suppliers must ensure that personal data relating to employees, customers, Suppliers, and other stakeholders is always processed in accordance with applicable privacy legislation.

Environment and sustainability

NLP follows national laws and the UN Global Compact principles for the environment and sustainability. We work actively to reduce environmental impact through reduction of emissions to air, water, and soil, as well as streamlining the use of resources. This is also expected of NLP's suppliers.

Follow-up and compliance

NLP is obliged to make all Suppliers familiar with the company's code of conduct. The code of conduct must be available at all times on NLP's website.

Compliance with the code of conduct is important to NLP. Any breach of NLP's code of conduct may have consequences for the relevant Supplier.

Questions about NLP's code of conduct must be directed to the CEO.