Supply Chain Act
This is how we implement the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act
We firmly believe...
... that sustainable economic success can and must only be achieved in harmony with protecting the environment for current and future generations and upholding human rights.
German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG)
With the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG) effective from 01.01.2023, the protection of human rights and environmental preservation in our own business operations and especially along our supply chains have become even more central to our corporate actions.
Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations and the observance of our own ethical standards are of utmost importance to us – no matter where GLS conducts business.
Our values
Regardless of specific legal regulations, we adhere to certain fundamental ethical standards:
Human rights
We support and respect international human rights
Against forced labour
We pursue a zero-tolerance policy regarding forced and child labour
Diversity
We respect diversity in terms of ethnic origin and nationality, social background, gender and gender identity, religion and worldview, age, disability, and sexual orientation
Environmental awareness
We promote environmental awareness and aim to conserve resources and reduce all emissions through our business operations
Against corruption
We pursue a zero-tolerance policy regarding any form of corruption
We understand sustainability in a holistic way. Here you can learn more about how we at GLS bring sustainability and social responsibility to life.
You can find our GLS Code of Conduct and further information on compliance here.
You can download our annual LkSG report here.
- You can use our whistleblower system to report human rights and environmental risks or violations.
- Information about our complaint procedure is provided in the procedural rules.
Our collaboration with EcoVadis
EcoVadis
... is a globally active and leading rating company in the field of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). The cooperation helps us to further improve our sustainability performance and align our sustainability management in the supply chain for the future.
Human rights
We support and respect international human rights
Against forced labour
We pursue a zero-tolerance policy regarding forced and child labour
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Social responsibility
For us, sustainability also means taking on social responsibility – by supporting people and society. Learn more about it here.
Environmental protection at GLS
We are particularly committed to environmental protection. This includes the responsible use of resources and the reduction of emissions.
Our certifications
With our environmental and quality management certifications, our voluntary participation in EcoVadis, the GPD certification and more, we meet international standards and disclose environmental data.
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