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Acting for Fair Trade

At Gleatz Logistics & Supply Chain , we are committed to fostering a culture of ethics, integrity, and transparency across every level of our organization.

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Upholding Ethics, Integrity & Compliance

At Gleatz Logistics & Supply Chain, we are committed to fostering a culture of ethics, integrity, and transparency across every level of our organization. Our relationships with suppliers, customers, and partners are built on mutual trust, accountability, and respect for global standards.

Our leadership and compliance teams lead by example — promoting responsible practices through a structured framework of policies, procedures, and continuous training programs.

We conduct focused training sessions covering key areas such as:

  • Anti-corruption and ethical business conduct
  • Fair competition and trade compliance
  • Data security and responsible management
  • Prevention of illicit or non-compliant activities

At Gleatz, doing business ethically isn’t just a requirement — it’s part of who we are.

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(02)Achievements & Milestones

Recent Achievements & Milestones

We take pride in our recent progress in building a responsible and compliant organization. Over 90% of our global workforce has successfully completed Gleatz’s Code of Ethics training, covering essential principles like anti-bribery, workplace integrity, conflict of interest management, and data protection.

In 2024, Gleatz introduced a new supplier evaluation framework, assessing every new partner based on compliance, CSR risk, and operational reliability.

In 2025, we were recognized for our exceptional commitment to sustainability and governance, earning an EcoVadis Gold Rating with a score of 81/100, placing us among the top 3% of logistics providers worldwide. Our performance in the Environment category (91/100) highlights our ongoing dedication to greener supply chain practices.

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Sustainable Procurement Principles

Our Sustainable Procurement Charter outlines how we engage with suppliers and subcontractors — ensuring every partnership aligns with our ethical, social, and environmental standards. We expect our partners to share our commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and uphold international laws and best practices.

This framework promotes:

  • Transparency and ethical collaboration
  • Respect for human rights and labor laws
  • Environmental responsibility
  • Sustainable growth across the supply chain

Our compliance and legal teams ensure every procurement decision supports these values and includes the appropriate due diligence based on the nature of goods and services provided.

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Our Code of Business Conduct

The Gleatz Code of Business Conduct serves as the foundation for our ethical framework. It includes:

  • Anti-bribery and anti-corruption guidelines
  • Fair competition and antitrust principles
  • Conflict of interest prevention
  • Data protection and workplace integrity

All employees commit to upholding this code from the moment they join Gleatz.

Supported by a global network of compliance experts, we ensure strict adherence to international standards and certifications such as:

  • ISO 9001 (Quality Management)
  • ISO 14001 (Environmental Management)
  • ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety)
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