Code of Ethics

All Group activities are guided by principles which favour a productive and united working environment where, in accordance with the applicable regulations, everyone's contribution is encouraged and welcomed.

1. Respect for the individual
   The Group draws inspiration, in its modus operandi, from the principles of the ‘Universal Declaration of Human Rights’.
2. Equality and impartiality
   The Group condemns all discrimination, including that based on age, gender, disability and health, sexual preference, race, nationality, political leanings and religion.
3. Honesty, sincerity and compliance with the law
   The Group is committed to establishing and developing honest and long term relationships with all of its stakeholders.
4. Effectiveness and efficiency of company processes
   The Group undertakes to optimise its own company processes and to achieve customer satisfaction through the effective and efficient management of the resources at its disposal.
5. Transparency and conflicts of interest
   Company resources must only be used to pursue the objectives of the Group, in compliance with the principles outlined in this Code of Ethics.
6. Confidentiality
   The confidential information and technical expertise acquired and developed during day to day activities is to be kept strictly confidential and appropriately protected.
7. Health and safety in the workplace
   The Group guarantees to safeguard the health and safety of all employees by complying with the criteria set out in the applicable regulations and by adopting the measures necessary to protect employees.
8. Market and fair competition
   The Group acknowledges that the free markets in which it operates are the optimal environments for its own development.
9. Respect for the environment
   The Group is committed to complying with the regulations in force, using the best technology available and giving, while promoting its activities, due consideration to natural resources so as to safeguard the environment and protect it for future generations.
10. Long term planning
    The Group aims to achieve long term stability.