Statement of Compliance with the Modern Slavery Act of 2015 for Apexia Transport

 

Apexia Transport recognizes its commitment to the highest ethical and legal standards, including combating forced labor, human trafficking and other forms of involuntary servitude. In compliance with the UK's Modern Slavery Act 2015, we make public our Statement of Practice to ensure that such human rights abuses do not occur in our business or supply chain.

 

1. Commitment:

   - Apexia Transport is committed to respecting the principles set out in the Modern Slavery Act 2015. We consider respect for human rights a top priority and integrate these values into all our operations.

 

2. Governance Structure:

  - Our company has a robust governance structure in place to oversee compliance with the Modern Slavery Act. This includes appointing a dedicated manager responsible for monitoring and implementing policies to prevent any form of modern slavery within the company.

 

3. Internal Policies:

  - Apexia Transport has developed strict internal policies explicitly prohibiting forced labor, human trafficking and any form of involuntary servitude. These policies cover all of our operations, including human resources management and the supply chain.

 

4. Supply Chain Assessment:

  - We carry out regular assessments of our supply chain to identify any potential risks related to forced labor. These assessments include auditing the practices of our suppliers to ensure they share our ethical values.

 

5. Training of Employees and Stakeholders:

   - Apexia Transport is committed to raising awareness among its employees and stakeholders of the risks linked to modern slavery. Training programs are regularly provided to ensure a thorough understanding of the policies and procedures in place.

 

6. Transparent Communication:

  - We maintain transparent communication with our stakeholders by making public this statement of compliance with the Modern Slavery Act of 2015. This transparency reflects our commitment to accountability and integrity.

 

7. Reporting Mechanisms:

  - Apexia Transport has reporting mechanisms in place to enable employees and stakeholders to report any suspected violations of modern slavery policies in complete confidentiality. Reports will be handled appropriately and promptly.

 

8. Continuous Review:

  - We regularly review our policies, procedures and practices to ensure they remain compliant with the requirements of the Modern Slavery Act and evolve with industry best practices.

 

This statement reflects Apexia Transport's ongoing commitment to ethical and responsible business practices, supporting the global fight against modern slavery. We are determined to maintain a working environment that respects human rights and contribute to the eradication of this global threat.