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Requirements

We aim to set transparent requirements for the entire supply chain. We don’t compromise our standards of integrity, and we expect the same from our suppliers. Our general and category-specific requirements support sustainability and resilience in our supply chain.

We create long-term value for ourselves and our stakeholders through responsible and ethical practices. We do not compromise our integrity standards under any circumstances, and we expect the same from our suppliers and third-party intermediaries. Our commitment to integrity is outlined in the UPM Code of Conduct. 

We want to be a trustworthy business partner, and our suppliers are an integral part of our value chain. Our requirements are divided into general and category specific requirements.

If non-conformities are identified, the supplier must take corrective measures. We monitor the implementation of these actions and provide support to improve the suppliers’ operations where necessary. However, severity of findings and insufficient corrective measures may result in termination of contracts.

General supplier requirements

The general requirements are outlined in the UPM Supplier and Third-Party Code and the Supplier Assessment Criteria. Additionally, we request that selected suppliers provide their carbon footprint data.

UPM Supplier and Third-Party Code

The UPM Supplier and Third-Party Code (the "Code") defines the minimum level of performance required from all of our suppliers and third-party intermediaries.

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GPC General Purchasing Conditions for Products and Services

The document outlines the general terms and conditions that govern all procurements of goods, services, and deliverables purchased by UPM and its subsidiaries. It outlines the supplier obligations, ordering and delivery arrangements, regulatory compliance, warranties, intellectual property rights, and mechanisms for resolving disputes.

UPM Safety requirements

UPM maintains a list of approved contractors. As part of commercial approval, contractors must review this document and agree to its provisions prior to working on site.

UPM minimum safety requirements for contractors.

Annual carbon footprint data

As part of our -30 by 30 program to reduce supply chain (Scope 3) emissions, we ask selected suppliers and partners to provide data on the carbon footprint of the goods and services UPM purchases.

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Supplier Assessment Criteria

The UPM Supplier Assessment Criteria outlines our requirements and expectations for current and potential suppliers. We strive to build long-lasting relationships with our suppliers and encourage them to continuously improve. The document establishes the desired level of supplier performance and steers both UPM’s supplier management efforts and our suppliers' development work. We utilize supplier audits to verify suppliers’ compliance with the UPM Supplier Assessment Criteria.

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Category-specific requirements

We apply additional,category-specific requirements covering aspects such as environmental performance, social responsibility, safety, and reporting.