About UPM

 Responsible and ethically upstanding business practices are the foundation for our operations.

The UPM Code of Conduct sets out the standards of responsible behaviour for each individual employee.

The Code of Conduct addresses topics such as compliance with laws, rules and regulations, conflicts of interest, bribery, human rights, confidentiality, fair dealing, protection and proper use of company assets. The Code contains compliance standards and procedures to facilitate the effective operation of the Code and to ensure prompt and consistent action against violations of the Code.

UPM’s suppliers are also required to commit to the principles of the Code of Conduct.

Supplier requirements are defined in the sourcing contracts. When working in UPM’s premises, the supplier must know and operate in accordance with UPM’s health and safety requirements and instructions. Suppliers’ operations are assessed before the contract and during co-operation. 

The Code of Conduct is complemented by more detailed rules and guidelines, such as the UPM Human Resources Rules, UPM Equality Rules, UPM Occupational Health and Safety Rules and UPM Environmental Rules.

UPM is also committed to the UN Global Compact initiative.