Transparency Act
SIGRA Group's statement on due diligence assessments relating to human rights and decent working conditions in our supply chain — in accordance with the Transparency Act (2022).
What the Transparency Act requires
The Transparency Act requires larger enterprises to carry out risk-based due diligence assessments for human rights and decent working conditions throughout the value chain.
This means mapping our own operations, assessing first-tier suppliers, and following up on identified risks or adverse impacts. We must publish our findings and respond to information requests within three weeks.
Supply chain responsibility at SIGRA Group
We know where our materials come from. Our supply chain is primarily European, with direct commercial relationships at the first tier. We carry out due diligence assessments annually, following the OECD's six-step framework.
What we source, and from whom
Steel and structural materials
Structural steel, pipe, fittings, flanges and fabrication stock. Sourced primarily from Norwegian and European steel producers.
Thermoplastic materials
PE, PP and PVDF pipe and fittings for water and process plants. Raw polymer producers based in Western Europe.
GRE / GRP composites
Glass-reinforced epoxy and polyester raw material used in pressure pipe fabrication and tank construction.
Welding materials
Electrodes, wire and shielding gas for structural and stainless-steel welding across group companies.
Epoxy and lining systems
Industrial coatings and lining chemicals for corrosion protection and rehabilitation of pipe systems.
Specialised subcontractors
On-site installation, specialist machinery and inspection services engaged on a per-project basis.
Our OECD six-step due diligence framework
Embed responsible business conduct
Human rights and decent working conditions are embedded in our supplier code of conduct, procurement contracts and group policies.
Identify and assess adverse impacts
Annual self-assessment questionnaires to suppliers covering labour rights, wages, working hours, health and safety, and environmental compliance.
Cease, prevent or mitigate impacts
Where adverse impacts are identified, we issue formal corrective-action requests with deadlines and, if necessary, end supplier relationships.
Track implementation and results
Progress on corrective actions is tracked in the supplier register. Annual reassessment confirms whether improvements have been sustained.
Communicate how impacts are addressed
We publish our findings by 30 June each year and respond to §6 requests within three weeks. This page is our public communication.
Provide for or cooperate in remediation
Where SIGRA Group has caused or contributed to adverse impacts, we take responsibility for remediation and cooperate with affected parties.
Findings from the due diligence assessment
Request information under §6 of the Transparency Act
Questions about our supply chain practices?
We handle all §6 requests concerning the supply chain. We respond within three weeks.
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