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    German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act

    What is the goal of this law? To protect human rights and the environment, which has already been an integral part of our ESG strategy and codes of conduct.

    Information for our suppliers

    Germany is setting new standards by requiring companies to be more socially responsible. The German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act, known in German as the Lieferkettensorgfaltspflichtengesetz (LkSG), requires German companies which meet certain criteria to complete human rights and environmental due diligence and risk management. The law went into effect on January 1, 2023.

    DB Schenker must comply with the law, both as 100% daughter of DB and in our own right.

    Because DB Schenker is headquartered in Germany, this German law also has a global impact. You need to be aware that all our international locations must comply with the law, which will impact all our suppliers globally. We must identify and address human rights issues and environmental risks in our operations and supply chains so that together, we can make the world a better place.

    What does this mean for our suppliers?

    We will continue to engage with you to ensure good information sharing. An important part is knowing what to expect – and how this law will impact you as our business partner.

    Please stay informed on this page as we share our latest activities and what to expect. You are encouraged to visit often to read the most up-to-date news and answers to frequently asked questions.

    A few important topics will include:

    Schenker AG Policy Statement on Human Rights and Environmental Due Diligence

    Transparency and openness on human rights and environmental topics, including on our expectations for our business partners, is important to us at DB Schenker.

    Schenker AG Policy Statement on Human Rights and Environmental Due Diligence (PDF, 195.59 KB)

    In our policy statement, we confirm:

    As our business partners, we invite you to familiarize yourself with the contents of this policy statement to ensure a mutual understanding and commitment for collaboration moving into the coming year.

    Complaints procedure 

    At DB Schenker, we take responsibility for our work in Germany as well as in other countries. As the foundation of a reliable partnership, we also expect our suppliers to treat people and the environment with respect.

    The complaints procedure can be accessed via LkSG: Nachhaltige Lieferketten bei der Deutschen Bahn (deutschebahn.com). For more information, please refer to the complaint procedure.

    Contact us if you have any questions

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