The Group aims to integrate sustainability principles into the operational strategy and key performance indicators. Sustainability is integral to the Group’s activities and is closely linked to its commitments to stakeholders and key strategic directions. The principles of sustainable, responsible and fair business practices applied in the Group are described in the Group’s Sustainability Policy and the Code of Conduct for Business Partners.

The Group understands the importance of sustainable development and, in the future, seeks to refine the directions of its sustainability strategy even more, creating a framework for the consolidation of responsible business principles at all organisational levels, and their integration into the operational strategy, policies and procedures.

Shareholders appoint executive directors. The highest governance body is also a senior executive in the organisation. Their functions within the Group are defined in the Group’s Business Conduct.

The performance of the highest governance bodies in overseeing the management of impacts is reviewed once a year – during the annual interviews. All evaluations are based on internal procedures and no independent evaluations are performed. During the reporting period, there were no actions taken in response to the evaluations as there were no matters identified that would imply the need for such actions.

All highest governance bodies occasionally participate in various relevant sustainability training sessions to gain a deeper understanding about the relevant subject matters.

All governing bodies as well as employees, suppliers and representatives of the Group are obliged to disclose information about any situation that may lead to a conflict of interest that may prejudice the Group’s interests in favor of their or those close to them. Situations, where employees’ personal, family or financial interests could clash with the interests of the Group, must be avoided.

Any conflicts of interest are prevented and mitigated as outlined in the Group’s Business Conduct.

In 2024, no conflicts of interest were identified.

Stakeholders can seek advice and report a wide range of cases and concerns, such as possible or actual misconduct in office or employment, or other breaches that threaten or undermine the public interest, by completing the form on the Group’s website.

Depending on the nature of the violation, the Hegelmann Group shall, by the Group’s procedures, investigate the breach, report it to management and the responsible authorities, and undertake to remedy and/or repair the damage. In the absence of a described process, the Group and companies within shall act in accordance with the law.

Effectiveness is measured through key performance indicators, such as the resolution time for reports and the rate of successful remediation. Stakeholder feedback, gathered through surveys, consultations, and other channels, also serves as a valuable metric to evaluate the perceived effectiveness of the mechanisms and processes.

Hegelmann transporte UAB is a member of the Chamber of Industry and Crafts and the Association of Car Carriers “Linava”. The CEO of Hegelmann transporte UAB is a member of the Board of the Transport and Logistics Alliance (TTLA). This helps to continue to provide and receive industry information and the latest insights.