Code of Conduct
The Code of Conduct not only ensures, but goes beyond compliance with the laws and regulations wherever we run our business.
Code of Conduct
The code deals with the following issues:
1. Compliance with Laws and Internal Regulations
We undertake to be aware of the laws and Forbo regulations and guidelines that are relevant for the exercise of our professional duties. We undertake to comply with each and any such law, regulation or guideline.
2. Business Integrity: No Tolerance of any Form of Corruption
We do not engage in any form of bribery (including facilitation payments), whether active or passive or direct or indirect. We do not offer or accept any inappropriate gifts or other advantages.
3. Fair Competition
We comply with the applicable competition laws. We deal fairly, honestly and in good faith with customers, business partners, the public, our competitors, third party service providers and others.
4. Rights of Employees
We provide equal opportunities and an environment where we respect the rights of colleagues to work free from any form of discrimination or harassment.
5. Health, Safety and Environment
We comply with the wording and the spirit of health and safety laws as well as environmental regulations and respect and protect the environment wherever we work.
6. Conflicts of Interest
We conduct all business transactions with the best interests of Forbo in mind. Under no circumstances will we exploit any business opportunity that conflicts with the interests of Forbo.
7. Use and Protection of Assets and Information
We protect Forbo’s assets and intellectual property rights. Personal data shall be processed ensuring the privacy of the individual.
8. Records and Accounting
We properly record all business transactions in our books.
9. Regulations regarding Trading of Forbo Securities
We undertake not to disclose price-sensitive information regarding Forbo to the public and not to use material non-public information for personal gain or for the personal gain of anybody else.
Forbo Integrity Line
Should Forbo as an exception not fully live up its business principles and basic values, we encourage you to report this to us via the Forbo Integrity Line. You may alternatively call the Corporate Compliance Officer at +41 58 787 25 46 or send an email to compliance@forbo.com.
File a report
Click here to file an electronic compliance report with the Compliance Officer via the Forbo Integrity Line.