Laws and regulations

Compliance with all local, national, and international laws, rules, and regulations in the countries in which we do business is of utmost importance to us. We consistently implement appropriate measures to ensure that all relevant legal provisions are strictly observed and respected.

Competition

We guarantee that our business practices comply with applicable antitrust and competition laws and other relevant laws governing monopolies, unfair competition, trade and competition restrictions, and relationships with competitors and customers. Therefore, we avoid any agreements with competitors or other actions that could unfairly influence competition. This includes, in particular, measures such as price fixing or market allocation. Our commitment to integrity and legality extends to all aspects of our business activities.

Corruption

We are committed to a clear anti-corruption stance. Our actions are guided by applicable laws and regulations that prohibit corruption and bribery in all their forms, including those relating to bribery abroad. At the same time, we do not tolerate any illegal payments, especially those intended to influence an individual or company and violate applicable law. Implemented systems in accordance with the Whistleblower Protection Act (HinSchG) ensure that concerns and violations can be reported anonymously.

Import and Export

We are committed to strict compliance with all applicable import and export control laws. Our commitment to legality and compliance extends to all aspects of our business activities to ensure that we operate in compliance with legal requirements while acting ethically. We value responsible sourcing of minerals and expect ourselves to take the necessary steps to identify and assess risks in our supply chain. We are responsible for ensuring that no conflict minerals are supplied to us.

Data Protection

We strictly adhere to national and international data protection laws (GDPR) as well as regulations regarding data security and other personal and non-personal data. We handle data transparently and responsibly. Digital processing takes place exclusively via proven Consent Management Platforms (CMP).