Kanefusa Group Sustainability Policy

Board members and employees of the Kanefusa Group, in accordance with the Code of Conduct below, will act with social decency and integrity, and contribute to society through technologies, products, and services, with the aim of achieving both enhancement of corporate value and sustainable development of society.

Code of Conduct

1. Compliance with the Law

  1. We abide by both the letter and spirit of the law, and act in accordance with the rules of society.

  2. We will make decisions through due process and carry out our business properly.

  3. We will act in accordance with common sense to avoid undermining the company’s credibility in society, whether in public or private.

2. Fair and Honest Corporate Activities

  1. We will conduct appropriate transactions based on fair and transparent market competition, and conduct corporate activities that earn the trust of society.

  2. We will strive to develop and provide technology, products, and services that satisfy our customers, and we will respond to customers sincerely, promptly, and accurately.

3. Respect for Human Rights

  1. We respect the dignity, honor, and privacy of individuals.

  2. We will not discriminate or harass anyone on the basis of nationality, race, social status, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, etc.

  3. We comply with labor related laws of each country and will not permit forced labor or child labor.

4. Harmony with Society

  1. We strive for mutual understanding by carrying out social contribution activities that are closely linked to local communities.

  2. We respect the cultures and customs of other countries, and strive to contribute to local development.

5. Protecting the Global Environment

  1. Recognizing this as the most important issue shared by all of humanity, we will strive to develop technologies and products that can contribute to reducing our environmental impact.

  2. We will promote initiatives to reduce the environmental impact of our business activities (e.g. energy saving, resource saving, recycling, etc., which contribute to reducing greenhouse gases).

6. Creating a Rewarding Workplace

  1. We strive to create a safe and sanitary work environment to prevent occupational accidents and maintain good health.

  2. Each individual will commit to discipline, the acquisition of knowledge, and the improvement and transfer of skills

  3. We aim to achieve both work-life balance and corporate development by optimizing working hours through productivity improvements.

  4. Recognizing that the power of human resources is the foundation of corporate development, we will assign and nurture individuals appropriately to enable them to realize their full potential based on respect for diversity and fair treatment.

7. Handling of Intellectual Property

  1. We will properly protect and manage our intellectual property rights (inventions, devices, designs, trademarks, etc.) and actively utilize them.

  2. We respect the legitimate intellectual property rights of others and will not engage in unauthorized use or infringement.

8. Information Management and Disclosure

  1. We disclose appropriate corporate information in a timely and fair manner to our stakeholders, including customers, shareholders, business partners, and local communities.

  2. We comply with relevant laws, regulations and internal rules, and do so appropriately when obtaining and using information from outside the company.

  3. We properly manage information about our company, customers, shareholders, business partners, etc., to prevent leaks.

  4. We take defensive measures against threats on our computer networks and ensure that security controls are in place to prevent harm not only to our company but also to others.

9. Crisis Management

  1. We implement measures to prevent fires, leaks of hazardous substances, and other serious disasters.

  2. We conduct preparation and training to minimize damage from natural disasters on an ongoing basis.

  3. In the event of a natural disaster, we will strive to provide a stable supply of products in accordance with our business continuity plan, while placing the highest priority on human life and safety.

10. Dealing with Antisocial Forces

  1. We have no relationships with antisocial forces.

  2. We will not respond to any unreasonable demands from antisocial forces.

11. Partnerships

  1. We seek the understanding and cooperation of our customers, suppliers, and other related parties with regard to this policy and code, and actively work in partnership to achieve a sustainable society.

To Enforce Our Code of Conduct

1. The board members of each Kanefusa Group company will take the lead in setting this Code, as well as disseminating it to employees and ensuring its thorough implementation through education and other means. In the event of a violation of this Code, we will promptly investigate the causes and work to prevent a recurrence.

2. Any Employees who become aware of any violation or threatened violation of this Code should immediately report such to their supervisor or to the whistleblower hotline. Kanefusa Group companies will not treat any employees who make a report unfavorably because of such report.

3. Violations of this Code may result in disciplinary action in accordance with employment rules and regulations.

  

Governance System

1. The establishment, revision or abolition of this Code shall be determined by the Board of Directors of Kanefusa Corporation.

2. Each Kanefusa Group company may, in accordance with the laws and customs of the country they are located, amend the content of this Code by resolution of their Board of Directors, however only to the extent that the content is not inconsistent with this Code.

3. The degree of implementation of business strategies and achievement of indicators and targets under the Code, as well as the status of risk management, are managed and monitored through the Corporate Strategy Committee and the Risk Management Committee, etc., and reported on periodically at the Board of Directors. The Board of Directors discusses and oversees the content of reports.

4. The department in charge of this Code is the General Affairs Division of Kanefusa Corporation.                     

                                            February 9, 2023