Supplier relationship

Upon signing the contract, all suppliers are required to sign, comply with, promote and ensure compliance by their own suppliers, subcontractors and subsidiaries with the:

Sustainability code for suppliers

Manufacturing Restricted Substances List (MRSL)

Product Restricted Substances List (PRSL)

Open Supply Hub

WageIndicator

throughout the value chain.

The Group adopts a risk-based due diligence model that applies across the entire supply chain and includes preliminary assessments, ongoing monitoring and, where necessary, follow-up verifications. This approach is supported by ESG analyses, ethical and reputational checks, and legal, financial, and technical assessments, as well as a structured governance framework involving the Supplier Committee, and the Risk Board.

Since 2014, the Group has monitored suppliers through a programme of social and environmental audits carried out by internal and external third parties according to a risk-based approach and in line with international standards. These audits assess compliance with the requirements set out in the Supplier Sustainability Code in relation to human rights, working conditions, health and safety, and environmental matters.

Suppliers and sub-suppliers are also subject to an assessment process that includes the assignment of a rating, which is used to define audit priorities, monitor the implementation of improvement plans and manage any non-compliances.

All new suppliers are required to complete ESG questionnaires and undergo social and environmental audits. The Group also promotes engagement and training activities for its supply chain on ESG topics, the Supplier Sustainability Code, audits, and key regulatory developments.

In 2025, 326 audits were conducted, covering 72% of the cost of production of façon (contract manufacturing) and finished product suppliers.