HELLA GmbH : Verhaltenskodex für die FORVIA-Gruppe - Englisch

‌Code of Conduct

‌Foreword

At FORVIA, our success is built on the trust and respect we earn from our clients, stakeholders, partners and each other. As a clear expression of the values which are the foundation of our shared culture, our Code of Conduct serves as a constant guide to help us navigate challenges, make informed decisions, and uphold, without exception, the standards that define our Group.

This Code isn't just a set of rules-it reflects the principles we embody in our decisions and actions at FORVIA, and it continues to shape our company every day. By adhering to these guidelines, we uphold our high standards of integrity and ensure that we remain accountable, transparent and true to FORVIA's values.

Each FORVIA employee receives a copy of this Code and must comply with the principles and rules it sets forth, both in their internal and external interactions. They are encouraged to ask questions if needed and reflect on how we can all live up to these standards.

Our shared commitment to principles and rules set forth in this Code of Conduct will continue to ensure that FORVIA remains a company we can all be proud of. Together, we will continue to act with the highest integrity and foster a positive, inclusive, and ethical environment that strengthens our company and our impact on the world.

Martin FISCHER Chief Executive Officer, FORVIA

‌Foreword

As CEO of FORVIA HELLA, a company of the FORVIA Group, I am proud to reaffirm our commitment to ethical and responsible conduct regardless of our role or position. Our shared values are the compass that guides our actions and decisions every day.

Each of us plays an essential role in shaping a culture built on integrity, accountability, and mutual respect. This Code of Conduct reflects that culture and provides a clear framework to help us navigate challenges and act with consistency and purpose.

Living by this Code means holding ourselves and each other to high standards, asking questions, and doing what's right-even when it's difficult. Whether leading teams, collaborating across functions, or engaging with partners, our ethical behavior strengthens trust and drives sustainable success.

Let us continue to lead by example and uphold the values that make FORVIA a company we're proud to be part of.

Bernard SCHÄFERBARTHOLD

Chief Executive Officer, FORVIA HELLA

‌Table

of content

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Upholding

FORVIA's values 05

Labor & Human

Rights Principles 07

Environment, Health & Safety (EHS),

Product Safety 13

Fair Business

Practices 16

Handling

Information 21

Data

Privacy 24

Cyber

Security 26

Handling of Company and Third-party

Property & Intellectual Property 28

Foreign Trade & Export

Control and Tax 30

Complying with

the Code of Conduct 33

Equal rights is one of FORVIA's basic principles. For better readability,

where the following text refers to a specific gender, it should be understood to address all genders.

‌Upholding FORVIA's values‌

05