Code of Conduct 

As part of our commitment to bringing transparency to the ocean and air freight industry, Xeneta upholds the highest standards of corporate behavior at all our events. All stakeholders including registered participants, guests, virtual participants, speakers, panelists, exhibitors, sponsors, event organizers and staff, vendors, service providers, and contractors (“Attendees”) are expected to uphold these standards by aligning with our values and conducting themselves with fairness, integrity, and respect for ethical business practices.

Attendees play a significant role in our efforts to achieve transparency in the ocean and air freight market. We value a common understanding of ethical values and business best practices. Attendees are responsible for conducting their own legal assessment and ensuring that their participation complies with their organization’s internal policies and applicable laws. By participating in Xeneta events, you agree to comply with this Xeneta Events Code of Conduct.

Commitment to Fair Competition

Our events bring together professionals from across the logistics sector, including potential competitors. Attendees must comply with applicable antitrust and competition laws at all times. Attendees shall not discuss company-specific bids, prices, rates, or features that can affect or impede free and fair competition, including but not limited to discounts, costs, terms and conditions, warranties, rebates, profit margins, or restrictions on volume, to blacklist or boycott other market members or to conspire to exclude or refrain other members from the market.

Any activity that intentionally or unintentionally restricts trade, reduces competition, or could be perceived as collusion or anti-competitive is strictly prohibited. Such conduct may result in legal consequences, regulatory action, and reputational harm. Attendees are encouraged to pause, challenge, or exit any discussion that may violate the Xeneta Events Code of Conduct.

Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption

Attendees must act with integrity and adhere to applicable laws and corporate policies regarding bribery and corruption. Attendees shall not offer, pay, request, or accept any bribes, including but not limited to active bribes, passive bribes, and facilitation payments. Any hospitality, gifts, or benefits exchanged during the event must be reasonable, lawful, transparent, and in accordance with the Attendee’s own company policies and practices. Where Xeneta employees are involved, such exchanges must also comply with Xeneta’s internal policies and guidelines. Excessive or undisclosed gifts, hospitality, or travel expenses are prohibited under any circumstances. Xeneta complies with all applicable laws and guidelines, including but not limited to the UN Convention against Corruption, the OECD’s Anti-Bribery Convention, the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, and the UK Bribery Act.

Discrimination, Diversity, and Inclusion

In alignment with our values, Xeneta is dedicated to providing events that are transparent, welcoming, respectful, safe, and accessible environments for Attendees. Xeneta events foster an environment where collaboration can thrive, innovation is abundant and encouraged, and Attendees are provided the opportunity to learn and grow.

Attendees shall respect diversity and shall not discriminate based upon ethnicity, skin color, religion, gender, background, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, marital status, labor union membership, etc.

Confidentiality and Information Sharing

Attendees must treat all participants with respect and professionalism and refrain from sharing or soliciting non-public, proprietary, or confidential information, such as contract terms, bids, customer data, or internal strategies. Confidentiality obligations must be respected at all times, including any applicable agreements. The distribution or use of confidential materials outside appropriate channels is strictly prohibited. Xeneta and Attendees must take appropriate steps to safeguard and maintain the confidentiality of Attendees.

Reporting Violations

All conversations at Xeneta events must align with this Code of Conduct. If you witness or experience any behavior that may violate these standards, please report it immediately to event staff, organizers, or via email at compliance@xeneta.com. Reports will be handled confidentially and taken seriously. Serious violations may result in removal from the event without refund, formal investigation, or escalation to legal or regulatory authorities if necessary.