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A holistic approach to sustainable development

We want to contribute to a more sustainable society. How we run our company and do business matters.

Read more about our Sustainability Roadmap 2030

We are joining the Science Based Targets initiative

We are proud to announce that we are joining the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and committed to setting ambitious targets to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions in line with the latest climate science and the Paris Agreement’s goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels.

Sustainability Report

How we run our company and do business matters.

We take pride in our dedication to contribute to a more sustainable society and actively inspire our employees to foster positive development. Read more in the Sustainability Report about what we have achieved and our plans for the future. For additional information, read the Annual & Sustainability report 2022.

Significant sustainability areas

  • Planet
  • People
  • Ethics

Sustainability

Three dimensions of sustainability

Economic-responsibility

Economic responsibility

We strive to be a positive force with a local and global presence, whereby the Group works and makes wise investments for the future.

Economic responsibility – for all companies in our Group – means taking responsibility for stable, profitable, yet ethically justifiable, development over time.
Environmental-responsibility

Environmental responsibility

We shall protect the environment for present and future generations by preventing emissions and minimizing the use of resources in our product handling.

Environmental work shall be an integral part of our day-to-day work, and we strive to reduce our environmental impact locally and globally.
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Social responsibility

We see differences as an asset – working with diversity strengthens our expertise and thereby our competitiveness.

We aim to offer an inspiring working environment that contributes to job satisfaction and enjoyment. Our workplaces shall be equal, safe and secure, and free from drugs and sexual harassment. We shall support activities that work for a socially sustainable future.

 

Reducing the carbon footprint

Innovation is an essential part of the sustainability work at Hexatronic. Read this article, where we explain how we reduce the carbon footprint of fiber networks by miniaturizing products, using recycled material, and running production on facilities in Europe on renewable energy.

Policy documents

Sustainability policy

We take a holistic approach to sustainable development. This means respecting and protecting the environment, human rights, employee rights and good business ethics. We strive to continuously improve our operation, and comply with rules and relevant requirements in all areas.

Our intention is to work with contractors and suppliers who share our values when it comes to sustainability and business ethics. This Sustainability Policy applies to all companies in the Hexatronic Group and all employees, as well as to hired labor.

Code of Conduct – internal

Everyone who works at Hexatronic must read the code, support and work in line with the company’s commitments and our internal regulations as summarised in the code, as well as all applicable laws.

The Code of Conduct reflects Hexatronic’s commitment to carry on business activities in a responsibly and ethically way in terms of the activities themselves and the world around us.

Supplier Code of Conduct

At Hexatronic, we stand by and run our business in line with the 10 principles for responsible enterprise as defined in the UN Global Compact.

The principles are based on the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the ILO Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work, the Rio Declaration, and the UN Convention against Corruption.

Diversity and Gender Equality policy

Hexatronic shall be an equal and inclusive workplace with a high degree of diversity. The organization has a zero tolerance policy towards discrimination, sexual harassment and victimization.

Tax policy

At Hexatronic, we want to be recognized as a reliable, long-term, and responsible corporate citizen who always acts in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Tax policy ensures a clear framework for our tax management and applies to all entities and employees. 

Anti-corruption policy

Strong business ethics are a priority at Hexatronic. It is important that our customers, investors, suppliers, employees and other stakeholders feel trust in Hexatronic and know that we represent a high level of business ethics.

Hexatronic Group’s Modern Slavery Act Statement

Hexatronic Group is committed to preventing any form of modern slavery, servitude and human trafficking, as well as forced or compulsory labour. Hexatronic is a signatory of the UN Global Compact and adheres to the ten principles.

This statement has been published in accordance with the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015. It sets out the steps taken by Hexatronic in 2022 to prevent modern slavery in its business and supply chains.

Statements from previous years.

Read statement here

Whistleblowing function

If you in the role as an employee, customer or any other contact with the Group want to report on concerns about serious misconduct, you can use the whistleblowing function.

It can, for instance, be anything that violates high business ethics, and that seriously can affect Hexatronic as an organisation, one person's life or health. For more information, read the Whistleblowing policy.

Go to whistleblowing centre