We follow up on all tip-offs related to a violation of legal or internal regulations, provided the description of the facts is adequate. One of the channels we use to receive tip-offs is the whistleblower portal TellMe.

• All tip-offs are treated as confidential, checked for plausibility, and carefully investigated.
• Any violations we uncover will be rigorously sanctioned, without exception, according to legal provisions, regardless of the rank and position of the persons involved. This also includes possible termination of the employment relationship and an assertion of claims for damages. Any weaknesses identified in the internal control system during the investigation are systematically analyzed and remedied.