In order to prevent, mitigate and manage actual and potential impacts, as well as to address risks and seize opportunities, we adopted a system of sustainability policies. The table below summarises these policies.

PolicyDescription of key elementsPolicy ScopePolicy ManagerInternationally recognised standardsDisclosure
Code of Ethics (PDF)The Code defines the inspiring principles and the rules of conduct that Recipients must observe in the performance of their professional activities and in the management of relations with shareholders, employees, customers, suppliers, partners, as well as with public institutions, political and trade union organisations and all other stakeholders with which the Group has relations. In addition, the Code of Ethics, together with Model 231, integrates the overall system of prevention of offences pursuant to Legislative Decree no. 231/2001 and represents a reference for all specific policies and regulatory instruments governing activities potentially exposed to the risk of offencesEntire value chainBoD
  • Current regulations
Specific training sessions
Company website
Company Intranet
Integrated Policy (PDF)The Policy contains a commitment to timely compliance with applicable regulations: ISO 37301:2021 for compliance management, ISO 9001:2015 for quality management, ISO 45001:2023 for occupational health and safety management, ISO 37001:2016 to prevent instances that could result in potential offences and/or corruption offences, ISO/IEC 27001: 2022 (with extension to ISO/IEC 27017:2015 and ISO/IEC 27018:2019) and ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018 for information security management and information systems management in support of business processes, respectivelyEntire value chainBoD
  • ISO 37301:2021
  • ISO 9001:2015
  • ISO 45001:2018
  • ISO 37001:2016
  • ISO/IEC 27001:2013
  • ISO/IEC 20000- 1:2018
Specific training sessions
Company website
Company Intranet
Group policy for the protection of Human Rights (PDF)The Policy for the protection of Human Rights sets out a clear approach to the issue of human rights, which is broader than legal requirements and enables monitoring and management of risks and opportunities relating to all forms of human rights, and also confirms the Group's commitment to pursuing socially responsible investment and management activities.Entire value chainBoD
  • Universal Declaration of Human Rights
  • UN Conventions on the Rights of Women, elimination of discrimination, children, disabilities
  • ILO Core Conventions
  • Agenda 2030
Specific training sessions
Company website
Company Intranet
Group policy on environmental sustainability (PDF)The Policy sets out the general principles, objectives and methods for managing the Group's environmental impact and confirms the commitment of Poste Italiane to promoting efficient use of natural resources and focusing on seeking innovative solutions to protect the environment in its value chain.Entire value chainBoD
  • Agenda 2030
  • United Nations Environment Programme
  • United Nations Principles for Responsible Finance
  • UPU, IPC, PostEurop
Specific training sessions
Company website
Company Intranet
Diversity and Inclusion Policy (PDF)The Diversity and Inclusion Policy indicates that the Poste Italiane Group is committed to supporting the values of diversity and inclusion through the adoption of corporate, organisational and management mechanisms based on respect for people's rights and freedom. The aim is to promote diversity in all its forms so as to maximise opportunities and create value in the workplace.All Group CompaniesBoD
  • Current regulations
  • UN Global Compact
  • Universal Declaration of Human Rights
  • ILO Conventions
Specific training sessions
Company website
Company Intranet
Active Parenting Support Policy (PDF)The Active Parenting Support Policy aims to provide a framework to support the female condition in the company, helping women before and after maternity with structured support.All Group CompaniesHuman Resources and Organisation
  • Universal Declaration of Human Rights
  • Agenda 2030
Company website
Company Intranet
LGBTQ+ Inclusion Policy (PDF)The LGBTQ+ Inclusion Policy promotes inclusive working conditions and combats discrimination.All Group CompaniesHuman Resources and OrganisationNational legislationCompany website
Company Intranet
Inclusive Language GuidelinesThe Guidelines provide operational tools for inclusive language adoption.Poste Italiane S.p.A.General Manager
  • UN Convention on Disability
  • EU Directive 2006/54/EC
Training sessions
Company intranet
Group policy on community initiatives (PDF)Poste Italiane supports community development and digitalisation.All Group CompaniesBoDAgenda 2030Company website
Company Intranet
Guideline on Competition and Consumer Protection Compliance (PDF)The Guideline ensures compliance with competition and consumer protection rules.All Group CompaniesProgramme Manager and competent functionCurrent regulationsCompany website
Company Intranet
Group Crisis Management and Business Continuity PolicyThe Policy strengthens organisational resilience.All Group CompaniesBoDISO standardsCompany website
Company Intranet
ICT Business Continuity PolicyThe Policy ensures ICT continuity and incident response.Financial sector companiesBoDISO standardsCompany Intranet
Corporate personal data protection policy (PDF)Personal data protection is a fundamental value.Entire value chainCEO and General ManagerGDPRCompany website
Company Intranet
Artificial Intelligence Governance GuidelineThe AI framework ensures ethical, safe and compliant AI usage.All Group CompaniesBoard of DirectorsAI Act, GDPR, ISOTraining sessions
Company intranet
Whistleblowing Guideline (PDF)Defines reporting system for violations.Entire value chainBoDCurrent regulationsCompany website
Company Intranet
Training
Sustainability policies summary