Policy for Human Rights & Decent Working Conditions
We at Hav Line take our corporate social responsibility seriously and are in the process of implementing the Act on Corporate Transparency and Work on Fundamental Human Rights and Decent Working Conditions (Transparency Act) in our business.
Introduction
Hav Line Gruppen AS and it's Norwegian subsidiaries ("Hav Line") is a fish logistic company owned by Haugland Gruppen AS and Trient AS. Our core business is the transport and slaughter of farmed fish.
Hav Line takes our corporate social responsibility seriously and is in the process of implementing the Act on Corporate Transparency and Work on Fundamental Human Rights and Decent Working Conditions (Transparency Act) in our business. The work on due diligence assessments has been initiated, but like most Norwegian companies, it is an ongoing process. This is the first report prepared based on the requirements of the Transparency Act. In this report, we provide an overview of the methodology and preliminary assessments.
Hav Line is committed to promoting and respecting human rights and decent working conditions. This commitment will be incorporated into ethical guidelines and procurement policies as they are established.
Due Diligence Assessment 2023
Hav Line has conducted the due diligence assessment in groups in our value chain:
Suppliers
- Personnel
- Consulting services
- Maintenance & yard services
- Running parts
- Technical parts
- Chemicals
- IT & systems
Hav Line has conducted an overall risk assessment (probability and impact) for violations of human rights and decent working conditions. We have based our assessment on the below criteria for evaluating probability and consequences.
Probability
Risk
Criteria
Very rare
1
Unlikely to occur within the next 5 years
Rare
2
Slight likelihood to occur within the next 3-5 years
Probable
3
Expected to occur within the next 3-5 years
Highly probable
4
Ongoing or expected to occur within 3 years
Imminent event
5
Ongoing
Consequence
Risk
Criteria
Insignificant
1
Will not cause any harm or human rights violations
Low
2
Likely to result in minor physical and/or some psychological harm
Moderate
3
Will not cause any harm, but may involve human rights violations
High
4
Likely to result in minor physical and/or severe psychological harm
Critical
5
Can cause loss of life or severe physical harm
Evaluation 2023
In 2023, Hav Line has conducted both a self-assessment of the actors involved as well as initiated the process of obtaining declarations from our suppliers regarding their compliance with the law and their efforts to prevent human rights violations.
Personnel
1-5
1
3
Reputable companies in Norway and Denmark to supply temporary personnel due to strong legal frameworks, stringent regulations, labour inspection authorities and union presence.
Consulting Services
5-10
1
3
Accredited and certified suppliers
Maintenance & Yard Services
20-30
2
3
Safe working conditions and protecting the rights of workers is ensured through strict regulations and standards, skilled workforces and expertise, union presence and collective bargaining and regulatory oversight and inspections.

These suppliers are rated with some risk due to worldwide complex and fragmented supply chains. This leads to limited traceability and transparency, which increases the risk of human rights violations and environmental concerns.
Running Parts
50-100
2
3
Safe working conditions and protecting the rights of workers is ensured through strict regulations and standards, skilled workforces and expertise, union presence and collective bargaining and regulatory oversight and inspections.

These suppliers are rated with some risk due to worldwide complex and fragmented supply chains. This leads to limited traceability and transparency, which increases the risk of human rights violations and environmental concerns.
Technical Parts
10-20
1
3
Safe working conditions and protecting the rights of workers is ensured through strict regulations and standards, skilled workforces and expertise, union presence and collective bargaining and regulatory oversight and inspections.
Chemicals
5-10
1
3
Safe working conditions and protecting the rights of workers is ensured through strict regulations and standards, skilled workforces and expertise, union presence and collective bargaining and regulatory oversight and inspections.
IT & Systems
25-30
2
2
Norwegian and international suppliers who may have subcontractors overseas.

These suppliers are rated with some risk due to worldwide complex and fragmented supply chains. This leads to limited traceability and transparency, which increases the risk of human rights violations and environmental concerns.
The ongoing work in Hav Line will be incorporated as part of the overall internal control system. This will include a further assessment of the extent of any breaches and opportunities for remediation. Adapting and developing ethical guidelines and procurement policies in accordance with the provisions of the Transparency Act will also be a significant aspect of the future work.
Bergen, 30.06.2023
Kristian Haugland
CEO, Hav Line Gruppen AS