METLEN is committed to full compliance with national and European Occupational Health and Safety standards, through the implementation of certified management systems in all its Business Sectors and its partners. Through rigorous implementation procedures, trainings and continuous monitoring, it ensures the prevention of risks related to the Health and Safety of its employees, including the employees of its subcontractors. METLEN actively promotes the existence of a safe working environment with a focus on continuous improvement and responsibility throughout its value chain. In the context of the 2025 Double Materiality Assessment, the following are important impacts related to the above challenge:
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METLEN has established a comprehensive governance framework for the management of sustainability issues, which is integrated into the Company's core decision-making and oversight processes. The role of the Management is clearly defined and ensures continuous supervision and strategic guidance on sustainability issues.
In particular, the Sustainable Development Committee, as a committee of the Board of Directors, is responsible for monitoring the implementation of the sustainable development strategy, approving relevant policies and monitoring the Company's ESG performance. The Committee meets regularly and collaborates with the General Division of Corporate Governance and Sustainable Development, which plays a crucial role in coordinating all sustainability issues within the Company. The governance of sustainability issues is supported by specially defined organizational structures, which include teams and sustainability officers in each Business Unit and core subsidiary. Those responsible for each ESG thematic pillar work with central and local management teams, ensuring coordination, monitoring of progress and providing technical guidance, with the aim of systematically integrating the principles of sustainable development across the Company's full range of activities.
At the same time, METLEN applies a systematic due diligence approach to manage actual and potential significant impacts, risks and opportunities on sustainability issues. This approach is based on the international guidelines for responsible business conduct and includes: identification and impact assessment procedures, setting targets, action plans, monitoring mechanisms, taking corrective actions, consulting stakeholders and promoting partnerships with the value chain.
Through these mechanisms, METLEN ensures the integration of sustainability considerations into its operational strategy and day-to-day operations, enhancing long-term value creation for all stakeholders.
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Dedicated Health and Safety teams operate at all METLEN facilities that work closely with employees and subcontractors, promoting their active participation in the identification and management of occupational risks. At the same time, regular meetings, inspections and case analyses are carried out with the aim of continuously improving working conditions. Contracting activities are framed by security representatives, who maintain constant communication with the relevant departments of the Company. At the same time, a mechanism is provided for the submission of concerns or suggestions by employees, either anonymously or anonymously, with the aim of enhancing participation with full assurance of their protection. The use of digital platforms and multiple communication channels enhances transparency and immediate response to health and safety issues throughout the Company.
METLEN is committed to a comprehensive framework of actions to prevent and remedy negative impacts related to the , extending its application to the entire value chain, including the employees of the cooperating contractors. The main actions implemented include:
Preventive measures and continuous training to maintain an accident prevention culture, based on internationally recognized standards.
A system for identifying and reporting risks through special tools, inspections and written occupational risk assessment in each job.
Investigation of accidents and recording of incidents in order to determine corrective actions and improve the OHS system.
Reporting channels and whistleblowing mechanisms that ensure transparency, protection and prompt response to OHS issues, with discreet and anonymous submission.
Annual initiatives and special action plans per Sector (Energy, Metals, subsidiary METKA SA), which strengthen training, improve infrastructure and organize the supervision of work, ensuring the safety and well-being of all employees.
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METLEN sets central annual Occupational Health & Safety targets, integrated into its strategy to promote a safe and healthy working environment. It recognizes the importance of protecting not only its employees, but also the employees of its subcontractors, requiring them to comply with high safety standards through contracts. The targets are divided into absolute (zero accidents, serious accidents and occupational diseases) and relative (LTIR, TRIR), with specific ceilings. These are directly linked to the Group's OHS Policy, which emphasizes prevention and continuous improvement, as well as compliance with the law. METLEN defined the objectives based on a risk assessment, historical data, industry best practices and ISO standard requirements. The targets apply to all business units and countries of activity of the Company and cover all employees and employees of its subcontractors. METLEN's commitment to zero accidents and occupational diseases is in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, and the relevant indicators seek continuous safety improvement.
In 2025, METLEN maintained the priority of employee safety in the value chain, achieving zero accidents and effective prevention of work-related illnesses. Despite the increase in accidents with work interruptions due to intensification and expansion of activities, the Company strengthened its prevention and education measures, with a focus on a culture of reporting near missiles and analyzing the causes of incidents. Safety inspections, training and rigorous risk management have contributed to the continuous improvement of Health and Safety indicators. At the same time, the main suppliers were evaluated in terms of their maturity in terms of OHS and sustainability issues.
The result of the above actions was the strengthening of prevention and the culture of Health and Safety, recording an improvement in the relevant indicators and positive quantitative results, which indicatively include:
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