Code of Conduct and policies
Holmen’s Code of Conduct, policies and guidelines clarify and emphasise the requirements and expectations we have of Holmen’s employees. Together with the legislation in the country in question, these steering documents guide Holmen's actions in various areas.
We have a holistic approach to responsible business and our work draws on the UN Global Compact. We see it as natural to support its ten principles on human rights, social and environmental responsibility, and anti-corruption.
Henrik Sjölund
President and CEO of Holmen
The Board of Directors of Holmen approves Holmen’s Code of Conduct, Holmen’s Supplier Code of Conduct and the Group Policies. Holmen’s Guidelines are approved by Holmen CEO after presentation to the Group Management and are revised when needed or every three years.
Holmen’s Code of Conduct, policies and guidelines clarify and emphasise the requirements and expectations we have of Holmen’s employees. Together with the legislation in the country in question, these steering documents guide Holmen's actions in various areas.
Holmen's Code of Conduct
Holmen supports the ten principles of the UN Global Compact, the fundamental conventions of the International Labour Organization (ILO), OECD’s guidelines for multinational companies as well as the Modern Slavery Act. The content of this Code of Conduct, which is based on these principles and targets, clarifies what each employee can expect from their colleagues.
This Code of Conduct applies to all employees of the Holmen Group. Compliance with the standards in this Code of Conduct is crucial when choosing who we work with. Holmen works to ensure that its operations are characterised by responsible behaviour towards employees, shareholders, customers, suppliers, authorities, and other stakeholders.
Supplier Code of Conduct and supplier follow-up
Holmen works to contribute to the achievement of UN’s Global Goals for Sustainable Development. Holmen supports the principles of the UN Global Compact, the fundamental conventions of the International Labour Organization (ILO), OECD’s guidelines for multinational companies as well as the Modern Slavery Act. The Supplier Code of Conduct has been approved by the Board of Directors and clarifies what Holmen expects of its suppliers.
One of the purposes of the Code of Conduct is to improve our environmental footprint and conditions for everyone working in Holmen’s value chain.
Compliance with this Supplier Code of Conduct is taken into account when deciding who we want to work with and when evaluating ongoing contractual relationships. We employ an external partner, EcoVadis, to evaluate and follow up supplier compliance with our Code of Conduct in the areas of human rights, health and safety, the environment, business ethics and purchasing. The evaluation is tailored to the size of the supplier in terms of turnover and number of employees, and the supplier’s exposure to risk in terms of its geographical presence.
Business ethics and anti corruption policy
Holmen always expects its employees to act responsibly and ethically in the company’s operations. This policy and associated guidelines and group instructions provide information and guidance on how employees should act regarding business ethics issues.
Work environment policy
Holmen must have safe and healthy working conditions to prevent work-related injury or ill health.
HR policy
The HR policy with its associated guidelines and instructions clearly sets out expectations and responsibilities in essential areas for managers and employees in order to fulfil Holmen’s strategy and goals.
Read Holmen's HR policy
Environmental and energy policy
Holmen’s business is based on the renewable, and climate-positive wood raw material. Environmental and energy-related activities should be characterised by a holistic approach in which the Group’s forests, processes and products are circular. Raw materials should be used efficiently, discharges should be prevented, and continuous improvements should be pursued.
Purchasing policy
The Group’s purchasing shall contribute to Holmen’s long-term profitability by a cost-effective supply of raw materials, products, transport and services in both the short and long term. Through a responsible purchasing process, Holmen shall develop a sustainable supplier base and promote long-term relationships with suppliers that contribute to Holmen's overall objectives.