Code of Conduct at Gahrens + Battermann
Bergisch Gladbach, August 2026
We, GAHRENS + BATTERMANN GmbH & Co. KG (hereinafter referred to as “G+B”), are a full-service provider in the field of event technology. In our daily work, we place the highest value on the quality of our products and services. At the same time, we aim to contribute to the promotion of fair and sustainable standards in the areas of labor and social conditions, environmental commitment, and customer dialogue. Our conduct toward employees, customers, suppliers, competitors, and other stakeholders is guided by the values of integrity, fairness, responsibility, openness, trust, and respect.
As we grow from our experiences every day, this Code of Conduct forms the foundation for the continuous improvement of our services.
Scope of application
This Code of Conduct applies to all G+B locations and business units. At the same time, we also require our suppliers and subcontractors to comply with the principles set out in this Code.
Human and employee rights
We treat all people with respect and fairness and uphold fundamental human rights, as enshrined, for example, in the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights and in the Tripartite Declaration of Principles Concerning Multinational Enterprises and Social Policy of the International Labor Organization (ILO). We do not tolerate forced or child labor, either at G+B or among our business partners.
We are committed to providing our employees with fair compensation, social benefits, and fair working hours and conditions in accordance with applicable laws. In doing so, we respect our employees’ right to join collective employee representative bodies.
Non-discrimination
Mutual respect forms the foundation of a work environment characterized by appreciation. We are committed to protecting the dignity of each individual in the workplace and to maintaining a work environment that is free from retaliation, discrimination, harassment, and other unethical conduct based on gender, age, race, skin color, or ethnic or national origin, nationality, religion, religious beliefs, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics. In all employment decisions, including—but not limited to—hiring and promotions, compensation, benefits, training, dismissals, and terminations, all employees are treated strictly on the basis of their abilities and qualifications.
Compliance with antitrust and competition laws
Our business practices are in compliance with applicable antitrust and competition laws and other laws and regulations dealing with, for example, monopolies, unfair competition, restraints of trade and competition, and relationships with competitors and customers. We do not enter into any unlawful agreements with competitors and do not engage in any other activities that could unfairly affect competition. In particular, we refrain from price fixing and market sharing.
Anti-corruption
G+B complies with applicable anti-corruption laws and regulations, including those addressing bribery abroad. We reject any form of corruption, bribery, theft, embezzlement, and extortion. Illegal payments—in particular, payments or other benefits provided to individuals, companies, or public officials with the aim of influencing decision-making processes—will not be tolerated. This applies regardless of whether such actions violate applicable laws. Nor do we demand benefits or gifts of value from our business partners in exchange for business opportunities.
Health and environment
We are committed to providing all our employees with a safe work environment that promotes accident prevention and minimizes health risks. Protecting the environment and conserving resources is an important aspect of our operations. That is why we go beyond mere compliance with applicable environmental laws and regulations and are committed to resource conservation and environmental protection to the greatest extent possible.
Import and export regulations
Our international business complies with applicable import and export control laws, including but not limited to all sanctions, embargoes and other laws, regulations, government orders and directives relating to the transportation or shipment of goods and technology.
Data protection, confidential information and intellectual property
Cooperation with our business partners is characterized by reliability and integrity. Therefore, compliance with all applicable data protection laws is a matter of course for us. Confidential business information or trade secrets that come to our attention in connection with business activities with our business partners are kept strictly confidential and are not used or disclosed to third parties in an unauthorized manner. We protect the intellectual property of our business partners as confidential information.
Whistleblower and Complaints Procedure
We promote an open corporate culture and encourage employees, business partners, and other associated parties to report potential violations of laws, internal regulations, or the code of conduct. This approach has been documented in the G+B Whistleblower and Complaints Procedure for everyone.