German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act
This is how we implement it
We are convinced...
... that sustainable economic success can and must only be achieved in harmony with the protection of the environment for existing and future generations and the safeguarding of human rights.
With the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG) coming into force on January 1, 2023, the protection of human rights and environmental protection in our own business area and in particular along our supply chains have moved further into the focus of our corporate activities.
Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations and adherence to our own ethical standards are of great importance to us wherever we do business as GLS.
Irrespective of specific legislation, the GLS Group adheres to certain fundamental ethical standards:
Human rights
We support and respect international human rights.
Against forced labour
We follow a ZeroTolerance Policy concerning forced and compulsory labour as well as child labour.
Diversity
We respect diversity in terms of ethnic background and nationality, social background, gender and gender identity, religion and worldview, age, physical and mental abilities and sexual orientation.
Environmental responsibility
We promote environmental responsibility and strive to conserve resources and reduce all emissions through our business activities.
Against corruption
We follow a ZeroTolerance Policy regarding corruption of any form.
Policy Statement
on Respect for Human Rights and the Environment
Our policy statement is available for download here (in German).
Our cooperation with EcoVadis
Our cooperation with EcoVadis is based on two pillars:
EcoVadis Silver Status
We are a proud bearer of the EcoVadis Silver Status - thus being among the top 7% of companies in the postal, courier and freight transport industry assessed by EcoVadis within the Environmental category - an award which enables us to demonstrate a high level of sustainability commitment to our customers, partners and the public.
Sustainable supply chains with EcoVadis IQ
We use EcoVadis IQ to gradually bring transparency to our supply chains. Our suppliers can thus participate in a holistic approach to make our supply chain sustainable. Through specially developed questionnaires and independent research by EcoVadis, we can jointly minimize risks.