Governance

MEGA builds its brand on an open and responsible approach to its commitments toward all stakeholders. The company continuously improves its processes and corporate governance practices. MEGA ensures compliance with legal requirements, evaluates risks, and fosters a strong corporate culture.

The management of the companies within the MEGA Group has committed, through its Code of Ethics, to adhering to fair business practices and fostering customer and supplier relationships based on mutual respect and understanding. The company firmly condemns corruption, recognizing it as a serious issue in business competition that often leads to decisions made for non-objective reasons, hinders development and innovation, distorts fair competition, and harms the MEGA Group. MEGA emphasizes expertise, solidarity, and transparency. The companies within the Group have clear governance and control structures, with well-defined rights and responsibilities among owners, corporate bodies, employees, customers, and suppliers. MEGA maintains balanced relationships with all stakeholders.

The trust of customers and stakeholders in MEGA and its products is one of its most valuable assets. MEGA strengthens public trust and protects its employees and the environment by acting in accordance with its Code of Ethics.

MEGA has developed and adopted a Code of Ethics that defines the basic ethical standards for the entire MEGA Group. The Code of Ethics clearly defines the general standards of employee behaviour. It applies to all employees and serves as a guide for their daily actions. This document is built on shared values, legal requirements, and internal regulations, providing orientation, guidance, and support to ensure compliance with existing rules and regulations in the workplace.

MEGA requires adherence to the rules of its Code of Ethics from its business partners and suppliers as well. Compliance with the Supplier Code of Conduct is a fundamental prerequisite for establishing business relationships. The requirements outlined in the Supplier Code of Conduct are contractually binding.

The sustainability strategy is supported by specific key performance indicators (KPIs) that enable regular monitoring and evaluation of the corporate culture at MEGA. The company's leadership actively promotes and communicates adherence to the principles outlined in the Code of Ethics.

MEGA pursues its interests in its areas of operation through local or regional political representatives. MEGA always acts with representatives in compliance with applicable legislation, internal regulations, and its Code of Ethics and Supplier Code of Conduct.

MEGA promotes its industry interests through professional associations and academic institutions such as the Confederation of Industry of the Czech Republic, the European Membrane Society, the Czech Membrane Platform, as well as the University of Chemistry and Technology Prague, the Technical University of Liberec, the Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, and others.

MEGA's internal rules prohibit providing financial or other donations to politically active individuals or political parties. As a result, MEGA did not make any such donations in 2023.

MEGA's advocacy expenses consist of membership fees paid to relevant associations. In 2023, MEGA paid a total of 145,000 CZK for these fees in accordance with the payment regulations of these associations (see the list of associations below). MEGA was not represented by any third party during the reporting period. Additionally, no member of the management, governing, or supervisory body held a comparable position in public administration within three years prior to their appointment.

MEGA invests in research, development, and innovation of ion-exchange membranes and their applications to support the circular economy and the conservation of water and other input materials.

MEGA draws public funding in compliance with applicable legislation and established conditions. In 2023, MEGA participated in five projects funded by public programs focused on environmental protection and enhancing employee qualifications and skills.

Research, Development, and Innovation

MEGA actively collaborates on projects within the research sector. In partnership with Czech universities, research centers, and other stakeholders, MEGA focuses on topics such as reducing environmental burdens, lowering material consumption, and lowering CO₂ emissions.

Potential Projects

MEGA continuously evaluates the suitability of utilizing public funding for energy and water conservation, the development of electromobility, CO₂ emissions reduction, Industry 4.0, and research and development initiatives.

In compliance with Act No. 171/2023 Coll., on the Protection of Whistleblowers, MEGA has established an internal reporting system to safeguard individuals reporting unlawful activities under this legislation.

• AVO - Asociation of Research Organisation,
• Czemp - Czech Membrane Platform,
• ČKAIT - Czech Chamber of Authorized Engineers and Technicians active in construction,
• Confederation of Industry of the Czech Republic,
• Ukrainian-Czech Chamber of Commerce,
• Czech Chamber of Commerce,
• CzWA – Czech Water Association,
• Business Club Ukraine,
• Chamber of Certified Accountants,
• HR club.