The corporate strategy is inspired by shared principles, commitments and best practices in social responsibility in line with international standards.
In accordance with Model 231 and UNI ISO 45001 certification, oversight is provided by a Supervisory Body (OdV), comprising three members responsible for impartially monitoring the implementation, effectiveness and compliance of the organizational model and corporate Code of Ethics; the OdV is also responsible for a procedure to identify any critical issues within the Company.
Legal oversight is entrusted to a Board of Statutory Auditors composed of three members, while financial auditing is carried out by an external auditing firm. The management committee, consisting of the General Director and representatives from all corporate departments, meets biweekly to discuss operations, safety and objectives.
To facilitate reporting of alleged misconduct, a whistleblowing channel managed at Esseco Group level has been established. To facilitate reporting, a dedicated communication channel with the OdV has been set up, accessible online anonymously and compliant with whistleblowing regulations.
Esseco implements an integrated quality, environmental and safety management system certified to ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001, reinforced by the SGS-PIR to prevent major accidents, in compliance with the Seveso III Directive. The systems are verified by third parties and supported by internal audits and official inspections.
Esseco holds food industry certifications and participates in sustainability ratings: in 2024 it received EcoVadis “Platinum” recognition for the Trecate site and “Gold” for San Cipriano Po, as well as a score of 88/100 on Open-es. It obtained, with a three-star score, the Legality Rating from the Italian Competition Authority (AGCM).
Corporate ethics are guaranteed by a Code of Ethics and an Organizational Model 231, shared with employees and suppliers through targeted training programs on legality, transparency and anti-corruption.
Esseco adopts an integrated risk management model that includes operational tools, audits and a periodically updated Business Continuity Plan (BCP). The plan ensures effective management of critical events, protects operational continuity and ensures regulatory compliance, involving all corporate functions. Specific protocols are in place to deal with emergencies.
Particular attention is paid to environmental risks, occupational health and safety, and transparency in relations with strategic stakeholders. Risk management responsibility is assigned to the CEO, supported by a health and safety officer (RSPP) and qualified delegates.
