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SUSTAINABILITY REPORT

2025


Scope 1 & 2

gas + el

–19,6%

CO2e

TARGET 2026

Scope 3

Fossil-free energy supply

REVENUE

EMPLOYEES

–2,9%

100%

15 16

173 MSEK

77

68 men, 9 women

QU ICK FACTS

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

Our focus is on reducing the environmental impact of our operations and creating a safe workplace. Sustainability must therefore be embedded in both day-to-day operations and long-term strategic decisions. This includes how we use resources, how we organise our work and the expectations we set for ourselves and our partners.

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PURCHASED ENERGY

–10,2%

CONTENT Quick facts Overview of our sustainability work CEO’s review of 2025 Our commitments Quality Materiality assessment Scope 1, 2 & 3 greenhouse gas emissions Energy Waste Water Safety & respect Integrity & responsibility Sustainable procurement UN Sustainable Development Goals & Global Compact Targets & priorities

CO2e


CNC-milled products for industrial projects.

Components for automotive industry.

This voluntary sustainability report presents Nordic Polytech Group AB’s sustainability work during the 2025 financial year. The report covers the company’s operations in Trelleborg. The GHG Protocol, the ten principles of the UN Global Compact and the company’s certified management systems serve as reference frameworks. NPG plans to publish the report annually. Nordic Polytech Group manu-

Food technology – with specific requirements for food-grade materials.

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Medical technology – supply of medical-grade solutions.

factures customised, CNC-machined plastic components. Operations are based in Trelleborg and governed by certified management systems for quality (ISO 9001), environmental management (ISO 14001) and occupational health and safety (ISO 45001). These systems provide a common structure for objectives, actions, monitoring and improvements. Sustainability strategy Sustainability is integrated into NPG’s established management systems. Management monitors progress through

internal audits, management reviews, performance indicator monitoring, supplier assessments and risk analyses. This work covers quality, the environment, occupational health and safety, business ethics and responsible procurement. NPG aims to reduce the negative impact of its operations on people and the environment and create long-term value for customers, employees, suppliers, owners and society.

OP ERATIONS

OUR SUSTAINABILITY WORK


For me, sustainability means taking responsibility for our employees, our customers and the world in which we operate. It is part of how we develop Nordic Polytech Group and prepare our operations for future requirements. During 2025, we took several steps forward. We commissioned a solar panel installation at our factory in Trelleborg, which generated electricity equivalent to 29 per cent of our total electricity consumption during the year. At the same time, combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions decreased by approximately 19 per cent compared with the 2023 baseline.

A large share of our climate impact comes from the materials we purchase. Purchased materials and the management of production scrap accounted for 96 per cent of Scope 3 emissions in 2025. We are therefore working to use materials more efficiently, reduce rejects and recycle production scrap. This is a long-term effort in which technical expertise and collaboration with customers and suppliers play an important role. Our employees’ knowledge and commitment are essential to our progress. During the year, we continued our systematic approach to occupational health and safety through risk assessments, safety

PAT R I C K K AUFM AN N CE O, NOR D I C P O LY T EC H G R O UP

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C EO ’S REVIEW OF THE Y EA R

SUSTAINABILITY STARTS WITH EVERYDAY DECISIONS inspections, training and preventive measures. Our goal is a workplace where people feel safe, respected and involved. We monitor this work through our certified management systems for quality, the environment and occupational health and safety. We report the results to show both what we have achieved and where further work is needed. Through clear targets and ongoing monitoring, we continue to reduce resource use and emissions across our operations. This strengthens Nordic Polytech Group and our ability to meet the requirements of our customers and society.

“Through clear targets and ongoing monitoring, we continue to reduce resource use and emissions across our operations.”


BUSINESS POLICY Nordic Polytech Group AB shall develop its operations with a focus on quality, resource efficiency and a safe and healthy working environment. This work shall reduce the environmental impact of our operations and create long-term value for customers, employees, owners and the wider community. As a subcontractor to Nordic industry, we shall: • Deliver products that meet agreed requirements for quality, function and delivery. • Develop employees’ skills and enable their participation. • Prevent work-related injuries and ill health through risk assessments, training and safe working practices.

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• Use materials and energy efficiently and reduce rejects, waste and emissions.

occupational health and safety are used to identify risks, monitor performance and implement improvements.

• Improve our processes and working practices through measurable targets and regular monitoring.

In our day-to-day operations, we work to prevent pollution and reduce the use of materials, energy and chemicals. Where relevant, we inform customers about alternative materials and their documented properties and environmental impact.

• Provide customers with relevant information on materials, their properties and available environmental data to support their choices. • Conduct our business in a way that supports long-term profitability for NPG and our customers. We shall comply with applicable legislation and the requirements that customers and other relevant stakeholders place on our operations. Our management systems for quality, the environment and

We expect suppliers and contractors to comply with applicable requirements relating to quality, the environment, occupational health and safety and business ethics. Through clear requirements, monitoring and dialogue, we work together towards safer processes, more efficient resource use and reduced environmental impact.

OUR COMMITMEN TS

“Our vision is to be the customer’s natural first choice as a partner and supplier of machined plastic components.”


Quality assurance is central to NPG’s sustainability work. Precise measurements, first-off checks and systematic inspections reduce the risk of production non-conformities. This helps ensure that products meet customer requirements while limiting rejects, rework and unnecessary resource use.

This work also involves the ongoing development of processes, technology and skills. Inspection and measurement results are used to identify the causes of nonconformities and prevent their recurrence. In this way, quality management supports both resource efficiency and the company’s financial performance.

Our quality work begins in dialogue with the customer. By clarifying requirements, material choices, tolerances and intended applications, NPG lays the groundwork for solutions that work in the customer’s production. In this context, business professionalism means providing clear information, honouring agreements and addressing non-conformities openly. This supports reliable deliveries and long-term customer relationships.

A safe and sustainable workplace is essential to consistent quality. Clear working procedures, risk assessments, training and employee participation help reduce the risk of accidents and repetitive strain injuries. When employees have the right knowledge and opportunities to report risks and suggest improvements, both the working environment and the production process benefit.

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QUALIT Y

QUALITY FOR CUSTOMERS & THE WORKPLACE


The illustration maps sustainability issues against two dimensions: their importance to stakeholders and their impact on NPG’s operations. The further towards the upper right an issue is positioned, the higher its priority in the company’s sustainability work. The assessment identifies quality, custo-

mer requirements, regulatory compliance, climate and energy, and occupational health and safety as key priorities. Responsible procurement is also a significant area. Cybersecurity, skills development, waste and circularity, diversity and inclusion, and community engagement are also included in the assessment and monitored according to their impact and relevance. The findings inform targets, actions, resource allocation and monitoring. The assessment is reviewed when operations, external conditions or stakeholder expectations change.

ENVIRONMENT (page 8)

1. Climate and energy 2. Material efficiency, waste and circularity 3. Chemicals and environmental impact of production

PEOPLE (page 12)

4. Occupational health and safety 5. Skills development and employee engagement 6. Working conditions, equal treatment and human rights

BUSINESS ETHICS & GOVERNANCE (pages 12&13) 7. Business ethics and anti-corruption 8. Responsible procurement and delivery monitoring 9. Information security and data protection

QUALITY (page 6)

10. Product quality and safety 11. Customer requirements and delivery reliability Lower Lower

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Impact on NPG’s operations

Higher

SUSTAINABILIT Y WO R K

The materiality assessment gives NPG an overview of the sustainability issues that matter most to its stakeholders and have the greatest impact on its operations. It covers the environment, people, business ethics, governance and quality.

Higher

Importance to stakeholders

MATERIALITY ASSESSMENT


2024

2025

300000

500

2025

2024

2023

0

2024

2023

0

2025

Scope 1 emissions, tCO2e

SCOPE 1, 2 AND 3 GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS

70 60 40

74,7

67,4

30

66,4

20

SCOPE 3

SCOPE 1

SCOPE 2 Water m3

DIREKTA1000 UTSLÄPP

INDIRECT ENERGYRELATED EMISSIONS

800

672

988

831

831

100

2023

160 2024

186 2025

158

Hazardous waste (tonnes) 0

0

2023

2024

2025

2023

15

2024

2025

158

6

2024

2023

2025

0

Recycling (tonnes) 40

9

13,3

6 3

0

9,5

25 20

2023

15

36 2024

202534

10

4,7

0

2023

2024

2025

2023

2024

2025

8,8 2 2024

2023

5

3000

0

2500 2000 1500

34

Scope 3 emissions, tCO2e

2000 1500

14

1000

2024

500

2025 3095

0

3056

2968

1200000 900000

2023

600000

2025

2023

2024

912 794

1 047 640

0

2025

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Scope 1 emissions, 2023 tCO2e 2024 80 70

Scope 1 emissions, tCO2e

60 50

2

Scope 2 emissions have been calculated 2025 2024 2023 the market-based using method, based on data from NPG’s electricity supplier.

381 816

267 090

260 073

Total energy consumption Purchased materials and the management321 377 900000 Total of production scrap together accounted for Total Total 1 377 804 1 314 730 kWh 96 per cent of reported Scope 3 emissions in 3056 1 294 6102968 kWh 600000 kWh 1 047 640 912 794 260 073 2025. NPG is therefore working to improve 796 354 267 090 381 816 300000 material efficiency, reduce rejects and increase 321 377 the proportion of purchased material used in 0 2025 2024 finished products.2023 2025 2024

300000

500 0

3095 1500000

Solar panels

Scope 2 Scope 2 emissions, tCO2e covers emissions from electricity used at the Trelleborg factory. NPG purchases only fossil-free electricity. The company’s solar panel installation was commissioned in 2025 9,6 and generated electricity equivalent to 29 per cent of 8,8total electricity consumption during the year.

1200000

2500

2025

Gas

Scope 3 covers other indirect emissions across NPG’s value chain. The calculation includes energyupstream consumption purchased goodsTotal and services, Total transport, waste generated in operations, Total Total 1 377 804 1 314 730 1500000 610 business travel and1 294 downstream transport. kWh kWh kWh

3000

1000

0

0

3500

2023 14

5

9,6

Scope 3 emissions, tCO2e

30

reference. Emissions are divided into Scope 1, Scope 213,3 and Scope 3 to distinguish between 36 20 40 a) direct emissions, b) purchased energy and c) other indirect emissions across 6 emissions from 9,5 15 the value chain. This reporting shows 35 where emissions occur and provides a basis for prioritising 3500 10 actions and tracking 3progress over time. 4,7 30

12

2

2

Hazardous waste (tonnes) NPG measures greenhouse gas emissions from its operations(tonnes) using the GHG Protocol as a 9 25 Recycling 15

4

4

0

35

12

6

8

50

200

10

2025

10

50

150

0

186

160 100 and transports

988

2024

2023

Scope 2 emissions, tCO2e

Model: GHG Protocol

400

200

672

200

600

0

8

Combustible Energy consumtionwaste (tonnes)Materials

own operations 400

800

Combustible waste (tonnes)

150

600 Water m3 Emissions from

000

10

OTHER INDIRECT EMISSIONS 200 CHAIN IN THE VALUE

2024

Scope 1 covers NPG’s direct emissions from gas combustion at the Trelleborg facility and fuel use in company cars. In 2026, NPG will evaluate fossil-free alternatives to its current gas use. In the longer term, the aim is to gradually electrify the vehicle fleet.

80

50

2023 Electricity

Electricity

Gas

796 354

2025 Solar panels

Electricity

Gas

Solar panels

ENVIRONMEN T

2023


2

50 0

2025

2023

ous waste (tonnes)

2024

2025

Recycling (tonnes) 35

3500

30

9,5

36

2000

15

14

5

2025

1200000

2500

34

10

2024

1500000

3000

25 20

Total energy consumption

Scope 3 emissions, tCO2e

40

13,3

2025

2024

2023

1500

2023

2024

2025

3095

3056

2968

267 090

600000

2023

2024

2025

Scope 1 emissions, tCO2e 80

Total 1 377 804 kWh

260 073 321 377

912 794

1 047 640

2023

2024

2025

Electricity

Gas

Solar panels

300000

500 0

381 816

Total 1 314 730 kWh

900000

1000

0

Total 1 294 610 kWh

0

796 354

Electricity consumption Our purchased electricity is fossil-free and used exclusively at our Trelleborg facility. Total energy consumption increased in 2025 as we expanded our machinery fleet with several CNC machines. Gas NPG purchases gas solely to heat its premises. In 2025, we purchased natural gas for combustion on site. Our ambition for 2026 is to switch to fossil-free gas. Solar panels Our solar panel installation has a capacity of 499 MWhp and was commissioned in early 2025.

70 60 50 40

74,7

30

67,4

66,4

20 10 0

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2023

2024

2025

In 2025, NPG consumed 321 377 kWh of electricity generated by our solar panel installation. This accounted for 29% of the company’s total electricity consumption in 2025.

ENERG Y

2024

0


1000

1000

200 800

800

672

831

988

2023

2024

2025

Water m3 Hazardous waste (tonnes)

15 800 12 600

672

6 200 30 0

831

988 13,3

9,5 4,7 2023

2024

2025

2023

2024

2025

0

200 15 40 150 12 35 30 9 100 25 206 50 15 3 10 0 50 0

15

2023 2023

2024 2024

2025 2025

Combustible waste (tonnes) Hazardous waste (tonnes) Recycling (tonnes)

160 36

186

158 13,3

9,5 34

4,7

14

2023 2023 2023

2024 2024 2024

2025 2025 2025

Recycling (tonnes) 40 35

12

30

9

13,3

6

9,5

36

34

15 10

4,7

14

5

0

2023

25 20

2024

2025

160

100

0

2023

2024

2025

Scope 2 emissions, tC 10 8 6

186

158

9,6 8,8

4 2

50

Hazardous waste (tonnes)

3

988 158

0

0

9 400

186 831

160 672

200 50

200

1000

400 100

Combustible waste (tonnes) Combustible waste 200 that is not recycled is handled as Waste combustible waste. 150

150 600

600 400

Water m3 Combustible waste (tonnes)

0

0

2025

2024

2023

2024

2023

Scope 2 emissions, t Hazardous waste Recycling (tonnes) In 2025, we switched the cutting fluid used 40 in our CNC machines longer-lasting,tCO2e Scopeto3a emissions, 35 ester oil-based product from a different 30 3500 manufacturer. This resulted in an increase 25 3000 in hazardous waste with previous 36 compared 20 34 2500 treats used cutting years. NPG fluid as ha15 2000 zardous waste, as it may contain lubricating 10 14 3095particles. Filtration, 1500 and plastic oil residues 3056 5 2968 regular checks and reuse through a treatment 0 1000 system and 2025 2024 the fluid’s 2023 tank extend 500 storage service life0 and minimise waste. 2023

2024

3095 1500 3056 60 2968 NPG works with CarlF for recycling and with PreZero for 1000 50 all combustible and hazardous 74,7 waste management. 300 20

67,4

2023

2024

66,4

2025

10 0

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2023

2024

2025

Scope 1 emissions, tCO2e 80 70

8 6 4 2 0

Scope Tota 3500

9,6

1500000 3000 2500 1200000 2000 900000 1500

2023

600000 1000 500 300000 0 0

2025

Recycling The amount of sorted material sent for re-tCO2e Scope 3 emissions, cycling decreased in 2025 because NPG had 3500 no recipient for the material. Our procureScope 1 emissions, tCO2e 3000 ment team is therefore exploring options to 2500 find a company that can purchase or accept 80 2000 for recycling. the material 70

40 500

10

8,8

WASTE

Water m3

To 1 294 kW

381

3095 2024

912

2023 202

Elec

Tot

1500000 1200000 80

T

1 29 Scope k

381

70 900000 60 600000 50 40 300000 30 20

912 74,7

0

10

20

0

Elec

2023


Water m3

Water Combustible waste (tonnes) Most200 of our water consumption relates to everyday activities, such as drinking, dishwashing and toilet use. 150

800 600 400

672

831

988

200 0

2023

2024

2025

Hazardous waste (tonnes) 15

In 2025, 0 we switched the cutting fluid used in our CNC2023 machines 2024 to a longer-2025 lasting, ester oil-based product from a different manufacturer. Recycling (tonnes)

Scope

40 35

12

3500

30

9

13,3

6 3

186

Less 100 than 2% of 160 total water consump- 158 tion is used to dilute the cutting fluid in our CNC machines. 50

9,5

20

36

2000

10

14

5

0

2024

2500

34

15

4,7 2023

3000

25

2025

1500

WATER

1000

3095

1000

0

2023

2024

2025

500 0

2023

Scope 80 70 60 50 40

74,7

30 20 10

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0

2023


Preventive occupational health and safety work is supported by our occupational health and safety management system in accordance with ISO 45001.

Ongoing training in areas including workplace safety, ergonomics and occupational health and safety.

We work continuously to support the wellbeing, motivation and safety of our employees and others connected to our operations. Our Code of Conduct is an important tool in this work.

NPG respects internationally recognised human rights. We do not tolerate discrimination, harassment, threats, forced labour, child labour or modern slavery.

We promote fair and dignified treatNPG offers the maximum wellness ment, equal opportunities, inclusion, allowance and encourages employ- freedom of association and respect for the right to collective bargaining. All ees to use it to improve their NPG employees are covered by collective wellbeing. agreements. 2025

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Wellness: 59.8% of the wellness allowance was used in 2025.

This work is supported by our ISO 45001-certified occupational health and safety management system.

2024

2023

Number of work-related fatalities

0

0

0

Number of reported serious accidents

0

0

0

Number of accidents

2

4

0

98,2%

97,7%

98,0%

Female employees

9

8

11

Male employees

68

67

77

12,6

11,5

13,2

Sickness-free attendance rate

Fair and dignified treatment, equal opportunities and inclusion.

NPG’s vision is zero workrelated accidents. Our work includes risk assessments, safety inspections, safety and emergency preparedness training, ergonomic workstations, protective equipment and preventive occupational health and safety measures.

Average length of employment (years)

P EOP LE

SAFETY & RESPECT AT WORK


Nordic Polytech Group shall conduct its business with integrity and in accordance with applicable laws and business ethics principles. NPG does not tolerate corruption, bribery, fraud or improper conflicts of interest. Employees must comply with the company’s Code of Conduct, Anti-Corruption Policy and other internal guidelines.

Suspected misconduct can be reported through NPG’s whistleblowing channel. Reports can be made anonymously and are handled confidentially. Company information, customer data and personal data must also be protected in accordance with applicable requirements for data protection, confidentiality and information security.

Business ethics and regulatory compliance are integrated into NPG’s management systems and monitored through internal audits, management reviews and relevant performance indicators. Risks and non-conformities must be documented, addressed and followed up.

These requirements also extend to the supply chain. NPG expects suppliers to comply with applicable legislation and the company’s requirements relating to human rights, working conditions, the environment and business ethics.

2023 Number of reported whistleblowing cases

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2024 0

INT EG RIT Y & RESP ON SIB ILIT Y

INTEGRITY & RESPONSIBILITY IN OUR OPERATIONS

2025 0

0


FOR OUR EMPLOYEES

NPG’s suppliers are expected to conduct their business in accordance with applicable legislation and NPG’s requirements relating to human rights, working conditions, the environment, business ethics, product safety and chemical compliance. Suppliers are monitored through a process that may include self-assessment, document review, supplier assessment, audits and follow-up of corrective actions. The assessment considers factors such as the supplier’s importance, purchasing volume, materials, geographical risk and past performance. NPG recommends that strategic and cri-

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tical suppliers implement relevant management systems, such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001. Certification or equivalent practices are verified where this forms part of the supplier assessment.

FOR OUR CUSTOMERS

Code of Conduct NPG’s Code of Conduct sets out the principles that guide the company’s decisions and relationships with employees, customers, suppliers and other business partners. The Code covers human rights, working conditions, the environment, business ethics, anti-corruption and regulatory compliance.

FOR OUR OWNERS

FOR OUR SOCIETY

C ODE OF CONDU CT

SUSTAINABLE PROCUREMENT & CODE OF CONDUCT


UN Sustainable Development Goals

We have supported the organisation Min Stora Dag since 2012.

NPG contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and uses the ten principles of the UN Global Compact as a reference for its sustainability work. These principles cover human rights, labour, the environment and anti-corruption. NPG has identified the goals most closely linked to its operations and uses them to describe how the company’s targets and actions contribute to sustainable development. NPG has identified the following UN Sustainable Development Goals as most relevant to its operations: 3. Good Health and Well-being Achieved through systematic occupational health and safety work.

Global environmental goals under the Paris Agreement.

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Global Compact

5. Gender Equality Achieved through equal treatment and fair recruitment.

8. Decent Work Achieved through systematic occupational health and safety work.

12. Sustainable Production Achieved through material optimisation and reduced rejects.

13. Climate Action Achieved through our work to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

GLOBAL G OALS

UN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS & GLOBAL COMPACT


TARGETS & FUTURE PRIORITIES TARGETS 2030 Reduce Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions by optimising production and reducing waste.

TARGETS 2026

Achieve 100% fossil-free energy.

Maintain zero work-related fatalities.

NPG’s sustainability targets guide its work in the short and long term. The 2026 targets focus on energy use and occupational health and safety, while the 2030 targets cover emission reductions, more efficient material use and monitoring of critical suppliers. Results are reviewed annually to assess progress and identify where further action is needed.

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Continue to develop a safe, inclusive and sustainable workplace through systematic occupational health and safety work.

Assess 100% of critical suppliers.

SU STAINABILIT Y A G EN D A

Reduce total Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% compared with the 2023 baseline.


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