Anti-Corruption

Thai Eastern Bio Power Public Company Limited (the "Company") recognizes the importance of conducting business in accordance with good corporate governance principles for the best interests of the Company and its stakeholders. The Company has therefore established this Anti-Corruption Policy and Whistleblowing and Complaints Policy as guidelines for all personnel and stakeholders.

The Board of Directors has adopted these policies to demonstrate the Company's commitment to combating corruption and to establish clear procedures for reporting concerns and submitting complaints. This ensures that such matters are handled effectively, appropriately and fairly for all parties.

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Anti-Corruption Policy

The Company has established a clear Anti-Corruption Policy, which all directors, executives and employees are required to strictly observe.

Directors, executives and employees shall not directly or indirectly solicit, commit or accept any form of corruption. Prohibited conduct includes giving, offering, receiving and/or soliciting any benefit to induce unlawful conduct, violations of the Company's Corporate Governance Policy, breaches of trust, or any other corrupt or improper act, whether for personal benefit, the Company's benefit and/or the benefit of any other person.

Directors, executives and employees shall comply with the Anti-Corruption Policy, the Whistleblowing and Complaints Policy, any additional guidelines or measures established by the Company, and all applicable anti-corruption laws. Violations may result in disciplinary action and legal proceedings, as applicable.

Directors, executives and employees are responsible for preventing corruption. Any suspected or actual corrupt conduct shall be reported immediately to a supervisor or through the Company's designated whistleblowing channels. All personnel shall cooperate fully with any investigation.

Sponsorships to external organisations, charitable donations, gifts and hospitality exceeding customary business practices shall be subject to close review and direct management approval. Such transactions must be transparent, lawful and free from any actual or potential risk of corruption.

The Audit and Corporate Governance Committee shall oversee compliance with the Anti-Corruption Policy and related measures and regularly report the results to the Board of Directors. Anti-corruption reviews shall form part of the Company's internal control system and internal audit activities.

Management shall develop human resource management systems and foster values and a corporate culture that oppose corruption. The Company shall communicate and provide training to ensure that all personnel understand the Anti-Corruption Policy.

Management and employees involved in procurement and/or dealings with the Company, its subsidiaries or external parties shall act transparently and comply with applicable procedures. The Company shall also communicate this Policy to external parties and require their compliance.

Company personnel shall comply with the following guidelines when undertaking activities exposed to a high risk of corruption:

  • Gifts or souvenirs may be given in accordance with customary practices, provided they comply with applicable laws and local customs. Their value should not exceed THB 3,000 per person per occasion, in accordance with the notification of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC).
  • Gifts and souvenirs should be provided consistently to avoid discrimination.
  • Souvenirs may be given on significant business occasions. Any item valued above THB 3,000 requires approval from the highest-ranking executive of the relevant function.

  • Company personnel shall not solicit or accept gifts, souvenirs or other benefits from customers or business-related parties if doing so could compromise ethical standards, influence business decisions or create a conflict of interest.
  • If accepting such items is unavoidable and they cannot be returned, the recipient shall notify their supervisor, management or Human Resources. The items shall be collected and used for the public or collective benefit, as appropriate.
  • Employees dealing with external parties shall communicate the Company's gift-giving and receiving guidelines to those parties.

Reasonable expenditure on business entertainment—including meals, beverages, sporting events and other activities directly related to legitimate business practices, customary business relations or business education—is permitted. Such expenditure must not influence business decisions, create conflicts of interest or violate Company regulations.

All donations and sponsorships shall undergo appropriate review, approval and verification processes, supported by clear documentation and conducted in accordance with the Company's policies and procedures. This is to ensure that they are not used as a pretext for corruption.

The Company, its directors, executives and employees are committed to political neutrality. They shall not provide assets or other benefits as political contributions or support to political parties, politicians or politically connected persons under any circumstances.

The Company prohibits facilitation payments in all forms, whether direct or indirect. No action shall be taken or accepted in exchange for facilitating or expediting business activities.

The Company shall not employ government officials where such employment may create a conflict of interest or lead to an abuse of authority.

The Company shall conduct corruption risk assessments and maintain effective and appropriate internal controls to prevent corruption. Operational risks that may give rise to corruption shall be reviewed and assessed at least annually.

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Whistleblowing and Complaint Policy

Any person who suspects, believes or has reasonable grounds to believe in good faith that dishonest, non-transparent or non-compliant conduct has occurred should report the matter through the Company's designated whistleblowing channels.

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Reportable Matters
  • Violations of the Company's policies, procedures, regulations, requirements or rules
  • Violations of the Corporate Governance Policy or Code of Business Conduct
  • Violations of applicable laws or government regulations
  • Misuse of confidential information for personal benefit
  • Fraud or misconduct in the performance of duties
  • Any other conduct that may cause damage to the Company's reputation, corporate image or assets

  • Personnel at all levels are required to report any actual or suspected wrongdoing or inappropriate conduct.
  • External parties and/or stakeholders may submit whistleblowing reports or complaints through the Company's designated channels.
  • The Chief Executive Officer, Internal Audit Department or designated persons shall report whistleblowing cases, complaints and the progress of investigations to the Board of Directors and the Chairperson of the Audit and Corporate Governance Committee.

  • Whistleblowers and/or complainants may choose to remain anonymous if disclosing their identity could threaten their safety or cause harm.
  • The Company shall keep their identity and related information confidential and disclose such information only to persons involved in the investigation on a need-to-know basis.
  • Whistleblowers and/or persons cooperating with an investigation may request appropriate protection measures if they believe they may be exposed to danger, hardship or harm.
  • The Company shall not demote, penalize or impose any adverse consequences on executives, employees or complainants who refuse to engage in misconduct or corruption, even if such refusal results in the Company or its subsidiaries losing a business opportunity.

  • If the subject of a complaint holds a position below the Chief Executive Officer, the CEO shall compile the relevant facts and actions taken and report them annually to the Chairperson of the Audit and Corporate Governance Committee.
  • The Internal Audit Department or another relevant function shall conduct an initial review before referring the matter to the Audit and Corporate Governance Committee and the Board of Directors for the appointment of an Investigation Committee.
  • The appointed Investigation Committee shall investigate the facts and propose corrective actions to the Audit and Corporate Governance Committee. The Board of Directors shall consider any disciplinary action.
  • The Investigation Committee shall maintain strict confidentiality, safeguard all parties involved and refrain from disclosing information unless authorised.
  • The Investigation Committee shall have access to the information, documents and individuals necessary to complete the assigned investigation.
Composition of the Investigation Committee

The Investigation Committee should comprise representatives from the following three functions:

  • Human Resources
  • The department of the person against whom the complaint is made
  • Internal Audit, Legal or Accounting

Reports or complaints should include details of the matter, together with the complainant's name, address and contact telephone number.

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Suggestion and Complaint Box

Located within the Company's premises.

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By Post

For complaints involving the Chief Executive Officer or a higher-ranking executive, please address correspondence to:

Chairperson of the Audit and Corporate Governance Committee

Thai Eastern Bio Power Public Company Limited188 Moo 2, Khao Sok Subdistrict, Nong Yai District, Chonburi 20190, Thailand

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Email and Telephone

For complaints involving the Chief Executive Officer or a higher-ranking executive:

email Kittisak.c@thaieasternbiopower.co.th

phone 081-8130471

For complaints involving persons below the Chief Executive Officer:

email kongkit.k@thaieasternbiopower.co.th

email whistleblower@thaieasternbiopower.co.th

phone 038-168541-55 ต่อ 622 หรือ 089-2354787

info Note: All complaints will be treated as strictly confidential. Complainants may report through more than one channel. If they disclose their identity, the Company will be able to communicate the outcome or request additional information.

Company personnel and stakeholders who have questions regarding the Anti-Corruption Policy or the Whistleblowing and Complaints Policy may contact:

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Office of the Board of Directors

Thai Eastern Bio Power Public Company Limited 188 Moo 2, Khao Sok Subdistrict, Nong Yai District, Chonburi 20190, Thailand

phone +66 (0) 38-168-541–55 ext. 622 or +66 (0) 89-235-4787

email whistleblower@thaieasterngroup.com

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Related documents

Anti-Corruption
Anti-Corruption Policy

Download the complete policy document for a detailed overview of the Company’s Anti-Corruption guidelines.

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