Annual Report for: StingerTechnology AS, Transparency Act
Author: Bjarte Langeland
Title: CEO
Date: 04.03.2025
Introduction
This annual report for Stinger outlines the company’s compliance with the Transparency Act, which aims to ensure respect for fundamental human rights and decent working conditions in the production of goods and services. Stinger is committed to transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement in accordance with the law’s requirements.
Due Diligence Assessments and Implementation
To ensure compliance with the Transparency Act, Stinger has implemented due diligence assessments based on the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises. These assessments include:
- Risk Mapping: Reviewing Stinger’s own operations and supply chains to identify potential violations of human rights and working conditions.
- Prevention and Mitigation: Implementing measures to limit and prevent negative consequences.
- Monitoring and Evaluation: Ongoing oversight and revision of processes to ensure continuous improvement.
Reporting and Transparency
Stinger is committed to providing the public with insight into how the company handles negative impacts on human rights and working conditions. Our measures include:
- Public Disclosure: Publishing an annual report on the company’s website with key findings and improvement measures.
- Complaint Mechanisms: An open platform for employees, customers, and suppliers to report any violations.
- Duty to Provide Information: Responding to public inquiries about how Stinger ensures responsible working conditions.
Data Collection and Analysis
Stinger collects data through multiple channels to ensure transparency and accountability:
- The company’s contact form on its website, phone calls to the CEO, or emails sent to the address provided at: https://stinger.no/contact-us/.
- Employees report directly through the company’s «Deviation and Improvement Register.»
For the second half of 2024 and the first half of 2025, no external or internal deviations related to fundamental human rights and decent working conditions for employees, customers, or suppliers have been registered.
Measures and Improvement Processes
To ensure compliance with the law, Stinger has implemented the following measures:
- Ethical Guidelines: Updating internal policies to ensure respect for human rights.
- Supplier Assessments: Requiring our suppliers to meet standards for working conditions and human rights.
- Employee Training: Courses and training in human rights and decent working conditions for our employees.
Conclusion
Through due diligence assessments, transparent reporting, and concrete actions, Stinger ensures compliance with the Transparency Act and contributes to the respect of fundamental human rights. Our continuous improvement process strengthens our responsible corporate engagement and contributes to a more transparent and sustainable business.