Corporate Responsiblity

Georg von Holtzbrinck GmbH & Co. KG with its general partner, Verlagsgruppe Georg von Holtzbrinck GmbH, (hereinafter "Holtzbrinck") investigates the reports specifically. In cooperation with the service provider EQS Group AG, Holtzbrinck has set up a whistleblower system so that you have the opportunity to report observed or suspected violations by Holtzbrinck, our employees (compliance violation) or within the Holtzbrinck supply chain. The confidentiality of your identity will be maintained throughout the reporting process.


You have the option of submitting anonymous reports in the following categories:


Misconduct in the supply chain:


  • Human rights and environmental risks
  • Violation of human rights and environmental obligations

Compliance violation:


  • Illegal business practices such as corruption, fraud and other economic offences
  • Antitrust offences
  • Harassment and discrimination
  • Rights and protection of employees
  • Breaches of confidentiality provisions
  • Violations of professional law and professional standards
  • Violations of our internal guidelines
  • Conflict of interest

Further information and the option to submit an anonymous report can be found here: