Environmental, Social and Governance

Environmental

Resource Management and Production Responsibility

LAICA structures its industrial and product processes by integrating measurable indicators across the entire value chain, in accordance with the reporting framework of its Integrated Report.

Ecodesign and Packaging: Product design aims to extend the useful life of components and enhance packaging recyclability, reducing the use of virgin resources and single-use plastic.

Building Energy Efficiency: Production facilities adopt energy management systems featuring LED lighting and thermographic audits (with energy performance certificates up to Class C). 100% of the electricity used comes from certified renewable sources.

Circular Economy: Through accredited supply chains, LAICA tracks industrial waste, directing 67% toward recovery and recycling (targeting 94% by 2035), while promoting the reuse of Big Bags and plastic pallets.

Water Management: The company monitors water withdrawal and consumption in production processes, implementing continuous quality controls on wastewater before it is discharged into the network.

Pollution and Biodiversity: Emissions monitoring and logistics optimization (with 86% of shipments handled via Full Container) reduce transport impacts, ensuring regulatory compliance to protect ecosystems.

LAICA operates under certified ISO 14001, ISO 9001, and ISO 45001 management systems. Since 2024, it voluntarily adopts integrated reporting according to GRI standards and the VSME framework (EFRAG), setting operational targets for 2026, 2030, and 2035.

LAICA SPA Integrated ESG Report

Social

Human Capital, Safety, and Local Community

For LAICA, human capital is a strategic asset enhanced through professional growth pathways, health protection, and contractual equity, in compliance with the data published in its Integrated Report.

Training and Skills: In the last financial year, the company provided 734 total hours of training across all professional categories. Training modules covered technical updates, regulatory compliance, ESRS/CSRD reporting standards, data protection (GDPR), and the adoption of the 231 Organizational Model.

Health, Safety, and Compliance: LAICA operates under an ISO 45001-certified occupational health and safety management system. A total of 531 hours of specific training were delivered in this area, backed by a near-miss monitoring system. Furthermore, products comply with the European General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) for consumer goods.

Community Relations: Deeply rooted in the Vicenza area with its headquarters in Barbarano Mossano, LAICA organizes its annual “Stakeholder Day” to foster transparent dialogue with local authorities, partners, and the community. The company actively supports youth orientation initiatives (PMI Day, “Ci sto? Affare fatica”) as well as local sports and inclusive activities.

Governance

Ethics and Corporate Transparency

LAICA adopts a structured governance framework in accordance with its Integrated Report, overseen by the Board of Directors, the Board of Statutory Auditors, and independent financial auditors (PwC S.p.A.).

Organizational Model and Anti-Frand: Pursuant to Legislative Decree 231/2001, the Company has implemented an Organizational and Management Model alongside its Code of Ethics since 2022. On February 18, 2026, the Board of Directors approved the new Anti-Fraud and Anti-Corruption Policy, supported by mandatory digital training modules for personnel. The company records zero incidents or penalties for corruption.

Legality Rating and Whistleblowing. The Italian Competition and Market Authority (AGCM) awarded LAICA the maximum score of 3 stars in the Legality Rating (2024), with the renewal process currently underway. In compliance with Legislative Decree 24/2023, a Whistleblowing platform managed by an independent third party is fully operational.

Supply Chain and Local Sourcing: In the 2025/2026 financial statement, 19% of total purchases of materials and external processing (exceeding 2.5 million euros) was allocated to local suppliers in the Veneto region, optimizing logistical impact and supporting the regional economy.