Diversity & Inclusion Policy

To enhance human capital based on merit, professional competence, integrity, honesty, and trust, fostering an inclusive work environment open to diversity in all its forms.

At Caronte & Tourist, every person is seen as a unique and diverse individual, with their own personality, history, and skills.

For this reason, the Group acknowledges and values the diversity of its employees, collaborators, suppliers, and all stakeholders, considering it a driver of growth and success by recognizing and promoting their experiences, abilities, and qualities.

Caronte & Tourist believes diversity—across all its dimensions—is a strategic advantage, a source of cultural enrichment and openness. We actively promote an inclusive workplace, encouraging collaboration and individual expression, which in turn unlocks potential and strengthens motivation.

We view corporate growth as inherently connected to the personal and professional growth of each employee.

This Diversity & Inclusion Policy aligns with the principles laid out in our Code of Ethics and applies to all employees, collaborators, job candidates, contractors, suppliers, clients, and stakeholders in general.

In return, Caronte & Tourist expects all parties to comply with applicable laws and the principles set forth in the Code of Ethics.

The Caronte & Tourist Diversity & Inclusion Management System is designed, implemented, and updated to comply with the requirements of ISO 30415:2021, ensuring the following:

• Recognizing Diversity: Valuing people both as individuals and within groups; acknowledging how various dimensions of diversity intersect and that certain characteristics may be protected by law.
• Effective Governance: Demonstrating the commitment of top management to D&I through inclusive systems, policies, procedures, and operations.
• Responsible Action: Acting ethically and socially responsibly, promoting productive employment and decent work for all.
• Inclusive Work Practices: Creating and maintaining an accessible, respectful environment that fosters inclusion and a sense of belonging.
• Inclusive Communication: Understanding and responding to the communication needs of all individuals interacting with the organization.
• Promoting D&I Externally: Actively influencing and fostering inclusive practices and relationships with all stakeholders.

The Caronte & Tourist Group recognizes its people as the most asset for the execution of its activities and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities at every stage of the employment relationship — from recruitment and role assignment to professional development and the conclusion of the contract — without any form of discrimination. The Group promotes a culture where everyone can appreciate the value and potential of diversity.

Any form of discrimination based on ethnicity, race, skin color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, age, disability, political opinion, union affiliation, marital status, health condition, or any other social status or personal characteristic will never be tolerated. Accordingly, Caronte & Tourist S.p.A.:

• Commits to creating a work environment free from any direct or indirect discrimination, whether associative or individual, and from any form of violence or harassment, including sexual harassment or that based on personal, political, or cultural diversity.
• Promotes an inclusive culture grounded in respect, engaging all individuals and offering opportunities to develop their potential.
• Pursues a personnel selection policy based on merit recognition and equal opportunity principles. This policy is implemented through a transparent evaluation of skills and capabilities. All career opportunities and professional advancements will be managed without discrimination and with respect for diversity.
• Invests in the training and promotion of its people, enhancing the professional growth of its resources, inspiring all employees to reach their full potential, and supporting the sharing of best practices throughout the organization.
• Strives to ensure that all employees and collaborators treat others at all times with dignity, respect, and fairness, exhibiting conduct that reflects inclusion and upholds the Company’s values.

Caronte & Tourist aims to effectively leverage the capabilities of all its employees by drawing on diverse talents, aware that individuals with varied experiences and skills can create value.

The Group is also fully committed to complying with all relevant regulations and best practices concerning diversity and inclusion.

This policy applies to all employees, collaborators, and suppliers, who are expected to respect and uphold its principles in all professional contexts.

Caronte & Tourist holds its management accountable for the communication, implementation, and enforcement of the D&I Policy. Managers are expected to model inclusive behavior, promote the principles of the policy through actions and words, and ensure alignment with the Group’s strategic objectives.

This Policy has been approved by the Board of Directors of Caronte & Tourist.

It complements and expands upon the foundational principles outlined in the Organizational, Management and Control Model pursuant to Legislative Decree 231/2001, particularly with respect to the topics covered herein.

The Policy is subject to periodic review and audit by the Quality and D&I functions to ensure continued relevance and effectiveness.