Ethical Principles Policy
This Code of Business Ethics outlines the principles and rules that Tio Lojistik Ltd. Şti. (hereinafter referred to as “Tio Logistics”) will follow in all activities carried out both internally and with third parties.
This Ethical Principles Policy also represents Tio Logistics’ commitment to being fully aware of its responsibilities, maintaining honest and proper relationships with its stakeholders, and ensuring full compliance with all international, national, and local laws and regulations in its operations.
1. General Commitment and Purpose
Our ethical principles form the foundation of all our business processes and guide our decision-making mechanisms.
This commitment is essential to the reputation and sustainable success of our company.
Tio Logistics undertakes to ensure full compliance with all applicable national and international laws and regulations in all its activities.
The company adopts an ethical structure aligned with its Quality, Safety, Health, Environment (QSHE) and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) policies. These principles complement and reinforce the company’s QSHE, Safety, and CSR policies.
All Tio Logistics employees, managers, business partners, and their employees are required to act in accordance with these ethical principles.
2. Human Rights and Employee Rights
Protecting the rights of our employees helps us create an environment of trust and respect. Offering equal opportunities to all employees enables us to build an inclusive corporate culture.
Tio Logistics respects universally accepted human rights. Child labor and forced labor are strictly prohibited. Discrimination based on race, gender, religion, age, disability, or any similar grounds is not tolerated.
3. Fair Working Practices
Tio Logistics is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and equitable working environment for all employees.
Recruitment, promotion, compensation, and termination processes are free of discrimination; decisions are based solely on merit, performance, and job requirements.
Employees are granted access to all legally mandated social rights, and fundamental working conditions—such as working hours and rest periods—are organized in compliance with applicable regulations.
Tio Logistics supports the development of its employees by offering training and development opportunities and adopts an approach that respects work–life balance.
4. Freedom of Choice and Association
Employees are not forced to work at Tio Logistics. Each employee has the right to choose their profession freely and may terminate their employment contract in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
We respect employees’ rights—within the limits of legislation and employment contracts—to organize, join labor unions, appoint representatives, and engage in collective bargaining. Internal consultation and representation through elected delegates are encouraged.
5. Conduct Toward Society
Our employees reflect the image and values of our company. Employees are expected to maintain polite, respectful, and professional behavior toward each other, our customers, and our business partners at all times.
6. Personal Data and Information Security
Data security is critical to protecting the rights of both our employees and our customers.
All company-related data and employee information are protected in accordance with international privacy laws.
Ensuring the security of personal data and compliance with ethical rules governing electronic communication is essential.
7. Diversity, Equality, and a Harassment-Free Workplace
We value the unique differences of every individual and regard diversity as a corporate asset. Combating harassment and discrimination ensures that our employees feel safe.
Tio Logistics promotes diversity and provides an inclusive working environment. Zero tolerance is applied to bullying, sexual harassment, and any form of physical or verbal abuse. Employees have the right to report unethical behavior anonymously.
8. Occupational Health and Safety
Occupational health and safety practices directly affect the well-being and productivity of our employees.
A safe and healthy working environment is provided, and maximum effort is made to prevent potential accidents.
Compliance with the most up-to-date safety regulations is ensured, including the placement of necessary equipment and the implementation of measures to prevent injuries, illnesses, occupational diseases, and material damage.
9. Environment and Sustainability
Tio Logistics fully complies with environmental regulations and strives to reduce any negative environmental impacts arising from its activities, contributing to a sustainable future. The company supports clean-sweeping programs to prevent plastic pellet and microplastic pollution.
Tio Logistics recommends that its subcontractors operate with more environmentally friendly and fuel-efficient vehicles. Employees actively contribute to achieving these environmental objectives.
10. Business Ethics and Integrity
We operate in accordance with the principles of transparency and accountability in all business relationships. When unethical behavior is identified, appropriate disciplinary processes are initiated immediately.
Tio Logistics conducts its activities in line with the principles of transparency, fair competition, and respect for intellectual property rights.
Fraud, misuse of information, and distortion of facts are not tolerated.
11. Anti-Corruption, Anti-Bribery, and Gift Policy
Integrity and impartiality are fundamental principles in our business relationships. The acceptance of gifts is restricted so that employees’ decision-making processes are not influenced.
Corruption, bribery, embezzlement, and money laundering are strictly prohibited. Symbolic gifts with a maximum value of 200 TRY may be accepted. Cash or cash-equivalent gifts may not be offered or accepted.
12. Conflicts of Interest
Employees are required to prioritize the interests of the company when performing their duties. Personal interests must not conflict with company interests.
Employees must avoid any activity that may lead to a conflict of interest.
13. Implementation, Reporting, and Audit Process
Compliance with ethical principles is supported through regular training and awareness programs.
Audit results are evaluated through feedback mechanisms to support continuous improvement.
All employees are required to adhere to these ethical principles. Serious violations must be reported to management or designated representatives.
Employees who report violations are protected, and all reports are investigated, followed by the implementation of necessary sanctions.
14. Accountability
In the event that non-compliance is identified through legal audits or inspections, the company will investigate the issues and take necessary corrective measures.
If findings confirming non-compliance are verified, Tio Logistics will accept the legal and administrative consequences of such violations.