KRONUS SIA Chain of Custody policy
The Organization undertakes to implement and maintain the Chain of Custody policy management system in accordance with the requirements of the standards PEFC ST 2002:2020 and FSC–STD-40-004 V3-1.
The company’s policy is to use PEFC (PEFC/12-31-010) and FSC® (FSC-153405) certified raw materials as much as possible. The company, for the development and sale of certified and controlled products, will use only such properties, the origin of which be clearly known and proven.
COMPANY POLICY
Our primary focus is our customers, environmental protection, supply chain security, energy efficiency, employee health, and work safety. We maintain constant contact with customers and stakeholders, manage environmental aspects related to the company’s operations, and constantly improve the performance of the energy efficiency system by continuously monitoring and managing energy performance indicators. The main value of the company is our employees. Every employee of KRONUS is responsible for compliance with the company’s policy!
CODE OF CONDUCT
At KRONUS, we are committed to conducting our business with the highest standards of ethics, integrity, and responsibility. Our Code of Conduct serves as a guiding compass, outlining the principles and values that define our corporate culture and the way we engage with our stakeholders. It reflects our unwavering commitment to ethical behavior, compliance with laws and regulations, respect for human rights, environmental responsibility, and the well-being of our employees, customers, and communities. Together, we build a sustainable and ethical future!
INCLUSIVE AND RESPONSIBLE EMPLOYER
We feel responsible for creating a healthy, stable and secure work environment. We regularly conduct safety training, provide employees with protective equipment, and everyone is entitled to health insurance. Moreover, standing against any form of discrimination, we create an inclusive work environment and give everyone the opportunity to work.
CHARITY AND SUPPORT
KRONUS is actively involved in charity actions and various projects of importance to society. We are active donors to the Latvian Children’s Support Fund, animal shelters, as well KRONUS supports the creation of public gardens in Riga and donate to those in need.
SUSTAINABLE MANUFACTURER
It is important for us to participate and build our business in such a way that it leaves as little impact on nature and people as possible – every year we add something to our company’s green thinking.
NATURE FRIENDLY
KRONUS produces environmentally friendly packaging.
ZERO WASTE
Using our production raw materials to the maximum.
RESOURCESAVING
We observe the main principles of green production.
RECYCLINGPOLICY
Remains are sorted and disposed of accordingly.
INVESTMENTSIN FUTURE
We regularly invest in the development of green initiatives.
ENVIRONMENTAL PRODUCT DECLARATION (EPD)
KRONUS has obtained the Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for wooden packaging. This declaration shows the significance of environmental impact of product production life cycle. The purpose of EPD is to promote the demand and supply of products that cause less stress on the environment, using verifiable and accurate communication, so that the information about the environmental aspects of the product is not misleading, thus stimulating the movement of the market towards continuous environmental improvements.
Wooden packaging consisting of a pallet collar, a pallet, and a lid can withstand high loads due to lateral and vertical pressure. This structure ensures the protection as well as security of the cargo. Moreover this is an environmentally friendly base for transporting goods.
EPD BENEFITS KRONUS IN MULTIPLE WAYS SUCH AS:
- EPD results allow for benchmarking of products
- EPD helps increase competitiveness by helping to enter new markets and gain new partnerships
- EPD enables proactive response to customer needs
- Providing the ability to assess and contrast the impact of KRONUS product or service against competitors.
FAIR TRADE POLICY
We are honest partners, customers and employers. It is important for us to ensure an accurate and appropriate cycle for our activities, so that we can demonstrate the image of an honest manufacturer at any time.
OFFICIALCONTRACTS
All our involved sides have official contracts. All taxes relating to employees are paid, safety standards are followed, and a positive work environment is provided.
TRACKABLE TRANSACTIONS
We do not hide costs and amounts spent. We only conduct official transactions and we expect the same from our partners. We stand for business transparency.
QUALITYCONTROL
Our quality department takes care of regular company audits, compliance with international standards and policies, as well as the maintenance of product quality.
RELIABLESUPPLIERS
We purchase our raw material from official partners only and you have the possibility to track our delivery route and the origin of the received product.